Health panel expands lung cancer screening for more smokers
More Americans now qualify for yearly scans to detect lung cancer, according to guidelines released that may help more Black smokers and women get screened.
More Americans now qualify for yearly scans to detect lung cancer, according to guidelines released that may help more Black smokers and women get screened.
Know the difference between allergies and COVID-19 symptoms
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
All Milwaukee Co. Native American adults eligible for vaccine Tuesday
Starting Tuesday, all adult Native Americans in Milwaukee County will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Starting Tuesday, all adult Native Americans in Milwaukee County will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
All Milwaukee Co. Native American adults eligible for vaccine Tuesday
Starting Tuesday, all adult Native Americans in Milwaukee County will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Starting Tuesday, all adult Native Americans in Milwaukee County will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Some medical experts say one-shot regimen for Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines not enough
Following emergency approval by U.S. regulators for Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine, lawmakers and health officials are calling for a single-dose regimen for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines but some medical experts are skeptical.
Following emergency approval by U.S. regulators for Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine, lawmakers and health officials are calling for a single-dose regimen for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines but some medical experts are skeptical.
Girl using lemonade to pay for brain surgery has successful operation
Liza Scott's surgery at Boston Children's Hospital was “uneventful," and she was alert and talking in the recovery room afterward, mother Elizabeth Scott said in a Facebook post.
Liza Scott's surgery at Boston Children's Hospital was “uneventful," and she was alert and talking in the recovery room afterward, mother Elizabeth Scott said in a Facebook post.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Musician teams up with non-profit to raise funds for cancer research
One local musician is teaming up with the non-profit organization Music Beats Cancer.
One local musician is teaming up with the non-profit organization Music Beats Cancer.
CDC relaxes COVID-19 safety measures for those who are vaccinated
The CDC is relaxing some of its COVID-19 safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated.
The CDC is relaxing some of its COVID-19 safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated.
COVID-19 claims 15 people in life of one Milwaukee woman
It was an unimaginable string of losses in the year since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Kimberly Montgomery lost family members, friends and friends who were like family.
It was an unimaginable string of losses in the year since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Kimberly Montgomery lost family members, friends and friends who were like family.
DHS: 178 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; no new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 178 Monday, March 8, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 566,781.
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 178 Monday, March 8, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 566,781.
Wisconsinites invited to chime in on Evers' Badger Bounceback agenda
There will be six opportunities for Wisconsinites to discuss and provide feedback on the Badger Bounceback agenda, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
There will be six opportunities for Wisconsinites to discuss and provide feedback on the Badger Bounceback agenda, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
CDC: Fully-vaccinated people can gather without masks, should still cover face in public
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from the CDC.
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from the CDC.
DWD launches interactive map connecting job seekers to services
The Department of Workforce Development announced it is launching an interactive directory of services to connect Wisconsinites with workforce programs in their area.
The Department of Workforce Development announced it is launching an interactive directory of services to connect Wisconsinites with workforce programs in their area.
Wauwatosa Health Dept. scheduling appointments through state’s vaccine registry
The Wauwatosa Health Department has been testing the state’s vaccination registration system.
The Wauwatosa Health Department has been testing the state’s vaccination registration system.
Pope Francis weighed Iraq virus risk but believes God will protect
Pope Francis said Monday he weighed the risks of a high-profile trip to Iraq during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Francis said Monday he weighed the risks of a high-profile trip to Iraq during the coronavirus pandemic.
Red Cross: Blood donation remains essential amid COVID-19 pandemic
The American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make an appointment to donate blood.
The American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make an appointment to donate blood.
Wisconsin anticipates 1st shipment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to Wisconsin. This week's shipment is expected to have about 47,000 doses.
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to Wisconsin. This week's shipment is expected to have about 47,000 doses.
COVID pandemic has women 'contemplating leaving the workforce'
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
Elm Grove woman reflects on 1 year of sewing masks
At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.
At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.