Wisconsin influenza-like illness data, DHS launches new resource
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has a new resource available that keeps track of influenza-like illnesses across the state.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has a new resource available that keeps track of influenza-like illnesses across the state.
Melatonin linked with higher heart failure rate in preliminary study
Long-term melatonin use was associated with a higher risk of heart failure, according to a preliminary study announced this week by the American Heart Association.
Long-term melatonin use was associated with a higher risk of heart failure, according to a preliminary study announced this week by the American Heart Association.
Recalled pasta meals linked to 6 deaths, 25 hospitalized in listeria outbreak, CDC says
The CDC reported deaths and illnesses in an ongoing listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat pasta products sold at some grocery stores. Here's what we know.
The CDC reported deaths and illnesses in an ongoing listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat pasta products sold at some grocery stores. Here's what we know.
New research may have cracked the code to rapid, natural hair regrowth
A new, experimental serum shows promise in reversing baldness within 20 days. Here's how it works.
A new, experimental serum shows promise in reversing baldness within 20 days. Here's how it works.
Aurora postpartum bracelet program aims to improve symptom recognition
Aurora Health Care announced the launch of a new initiative that hopes to improve early recognition of postpartum complications.
Aurora Health Care announced the launch of a new initiative that hopes to improve early recognition of postpartum complications.
FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans begins today
The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.
The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.
Promising cancer treatment using LED light and tin flakes kills skin and colon cancer cells in 30 minutes
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to cancerous chemical
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
The Lydell elevated TCE, owner statement
The owners of The Lydell apartments released a statement Sunday after six apartments were evacuated due to the presence of a hazardous chemical.
The owners of The Lydell apartments released a statement Sunday after six apartments were evacuated due to the presence of a hazardous chemical.
Milwaukee Water Works lead pipes town hall
Tensions flared at a meeting discussing the plan to replace lead pipes in Milwaukee.
Tensions flared at a meeting discussing the plan to replace lead pipes in Milwaukee.
The Lydell building evacuated, TCE levels
The North Shore Health Department ordered the evacuation of six brand-new apartments in Glendale after testing showed the elevated presence of trichlorethylene (TCE), a cancer-causing chemical.
The North Shore Health Department ordered the evacuation of six brand-new apartments in Glendale after testing showed the elevated presence of trichlorethylene (TCE), a cancer-causing chemical.
Burned Out: Firefighters and mental health
A retired Milwaukee firefighter is using his voice to speak up on secondary trauma he?s experienced on and off the job, after almost silencing his own voice.
A retired Milwaukee firefighter is using his voice to speak up on secondary trauma he?s experienced on and off the job, after almost silencing his own voice.
Milwaukee County health leaders encourage residents to get flu shot
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley along with other health leaders are encouraging residents to get their flu shot.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley along with other health leaders are encouraging residents to get their flu shot.
Wisconsin Drug Take Back Day; what to do if you missed event
Saturday was Drug Take Back Day across Wisconsin and the nation, giving the public a chance to safely dispose of unused or expired medication.
Saturday was Drug Take Back Day across Wisconsin and the nation, giving the public a chance to safely dispose of unused or expired medication.
Gray hair could play surprising role in cancer defense, study suggests
Scientists reveal the stem cell stress response that links gray hair and melanoma.
Scientists reveal the stem cell stress response that links gray hair and melanoma.
More than 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication recalled: See the list
The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.
The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.
Mold remediation assistance; Milwaukee residents may be eligible
Historic flooding impacted communities across southeast Wisconsin in August and Milwaukee residents are still dealing with the aftermath.
Historic flooding impacted communities across southeast Wisconsin in August and Milwaukee residents are still dealing with the aftermath.
As we fall back, here's how much sleep your state gets
A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.
A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.
FDA approved eye drop can help people regain near vision
Vizz is a recently FDA approved eye drop that can help people who struggle with near vision.
Vizz is a recently FDA approved eye drop that can help people who struggle with near vision.