Map: These states have the most, least smokers
36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.
36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.
Donate blood to Red Cross in February; get $15 gift card
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month.
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month.
Dead birds wash up on Lake Michigan shore; bird flu concerns rise
Dead birds are lining the Lake Michigan shoreline in Chicago.
Dead birds are lining the Lake Michigan shoreline in Chicago.
Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Club run/walk helps fund heart research
The CDC says one person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. One Milwaukee County family knows the heartbreak connected to the numbers, and they’re turning their pain into purpose.
The CDC says one person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. One Milwaukee County family knows the heartbreak connected to the numbers, and they’re turning their pain into purpose.
Flu season doctor visits are at highest level in 15 years
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
National Wear Red Day
Hayley Zingsheim, the 2024 Milwaukee American Association's Heart Ball Survivor, joined FOX6 to talk about Wear Red Day and share her story about heart health.
Hayley Zingsheim, the 2024 Milwaukee American Association's Heart Ball Survivor, joined FOX6 to talk about Wear Red Day and share her story about heart health.
Cudahy child denied gender-affirming care under Trump order; mother pushes back
A Cudahy mother said her child is being denied gender-affirming care after President Donald Trump signed an order stopping funding for medical treatment.
A Cudahy mother said her child is being denied gender-affirming care after President Donald Trump signed an order stopping funding for medical treatment.
Feeding tube left in Milwaukee woman's body, lawsuit filed
A Milwaukee woman is taking legal action after she learned a feeding tube was left in her body after surgery for nearly 35 years.
A Milwaukee woman is taking legal action after she learned a feeding tube was left in her body after surgery for nearly 35 years.
Flu cases trending upwards again
Flu cases in Wisconsin and across the country are again spiking. The CDC estimates that there have been at least 20 million cases and 11,000 deaths from flu so far this season. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to chat about that and other health topics.
Flu cases in Wisconsin and across the country are again spiking. The CDC estimates that there have been at least 20 million cases and 11,000 deaths from flu so far this season. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to chat about that and other health topics.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Milwaukee schools 'significant' lead exposure issues; what we know
Milwaukee officials on Thursday, Feb 6 provided information on what the mayor's office described as "significant" lead exposure issues in schools.
Milwaukee officials on Thursday, Feb 6 provided information on what the mayor's office described as "significant" lead exposure issues in schools.
Bird flu in cattle: 2nd type of strain detected in US dairy cows
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
Playing classical music to unborn babies can stimulate development, study suggests
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
Microplastics in people's brains increased by 50% in 8 years, study finds
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Tariffs paused, what it means for Wisconsin
Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods have been postponed for 30 days, but the ongoing tariff discussions are on the minds of Wisconsinites.
Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods have been postponed for 30 days, but the ongoing tariff discussions are on the minds of Wisconsinites.
Milwaukee woman receives double lung transplant, has new lease on life
Last year, a New Berlin woman was battling severe complications from her third COVID-19 infection. Her lungs were failing and treatment wasn’t working.
Last year, a New Berlin woman was battling severe complications from her third COVID-19 infection. Her lungs were failing and treatment wasn’t working.
Milwaukee barbershop hosts CPR training class
Gee's Clippers, a Milwaukee barbershop, provided space for hands-only CPR training on Saturday. There was also information on how to use NARCAN.
Gee's Clippers, a Milwaukee barbershop, provided space for hands-only CPR training on Saturday. There was also information on how to use NARCAN.
Early adult deaths rising in US: COVID-19, drug overdoses major causes
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
Explosion at Troy medical facility leaves 5-year-old dead after hyperbaric chamber blows up
Officials in Troy will hold a press conference late Friday morning to discuss an explosion at a medical facility.
Officials in Troy will hold a press conference late Friday morning to discuss an explosion at a medical facility.