Wisconsin Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 25; find a site near you
Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications at Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications at Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 25.
United Way hosts Project Homeless Connect in Waukesha; offers laptops, support
United Way’s Project Homeless Connect connected people in Waukesha with vital services, from health care to legal aid on Tuesday, Oct. 21.
United Way’s Project Homeless Connect connected people in Waukesha with vital services, from health care to legal aid on Tuesday, Oct. 21.
Warmer temperatures fuel increased sugar consumption, study says
A new study published in Nature Climate Change reveals that warmer weather may be increasing Americans’ sugar intake.
A new study published in Nature Climate Change reveals that warmer weather may be increasing Americans’ sugar intake.
Just a little alcohol could increase dementia risk for seniors, study finds
A new study led by the University of Oxford, in collaboration with Yale and Cambridge, suggests that even small amounts of alcohol consumption may increase the risk of dementia in older adults.
A new study led by the University of Oxford, in collaboration with Yale and Cambridge, suggests that even small amounts of alcohol consumption may increase the risk of dementia in older adults.
Peanut allergies dropped significantly in last 10 years, study found
Changing advice on when to introduce young children to peanuts helped tens of thousands of kids avoid the allergy, a newly-published study found.
Changing advice on when to introduce young children to peanuts helped tens of thousands of kids avoid the allergy, a newly-published study found.
4 in 10 Americans are obese, annual report finds: See the worst states
For the first time in over a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity at 35% or higher has dropped, according to a recent report.
For the first time in over a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity at 35% or higher has dropped, according to a recent report.
Health Watch: Blood test could rule out Alzheimer's
A blood test that could help rule out Alzheimer's is now cleared by the FDA. The test is designed for adults 55 and up who are displaying early signs of cognitive decline. Joining us to talk about that and other health topics is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
A blood test that could help rule out Alzheimer's is now cleared by the FDA. The test is designed for adults 55 and up who are displaying early signs of cognitive decline. Joining us to talk about that and other health topics is UW Health Family Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Freidel, or as he goes by, Dr. Bob.
Trump announces fertility drug maker lowering costs of medication for IVF patients
Women seeking fertility treatment are getting financial relief after the Trump administration reached a deal with pharmaceutical company EMD Serono to lower the cost of a common fertility medication.
Women seeking fertility treatment are getting financial relief after the Trump administration reached a deal with pharmaceutical company EMD Serono to lower the cost of a common fertility medication.
Wisconsin advocates back breast cancer bill; expand access to screenings
A bipartisan group of Wisconsin lawmakers, advocates and members of the Early Detection Saves Lives coalition gathered Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Madison to support a bill that could eliminate out-of-pocket costs for supplemental breast cancer screenings.
A bipartisan group of Wisconsin lawmakers, advocates and members of the Early Detection Saves Lives coalition gathered Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Madison to support a bill that could eliminate out-of-pocket costs for supplemental breast cancer screenings.
Protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, analysis found
A new Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. Here are the products that were tested and what CR found.
A new Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. Here are the products that were tested and what CR found.
Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery
After spinal cord injury, a Pennsylvania man's mobility continues to improve with an experimental peptide drug.
After spinal cord injury, a Pennsylvania man's mobility continues to improve with an experimental peptide drug.
UnitedHealthcare, Ascension Wisconsin agreement reached
UnitedHealthcare and Ascension Wisconsin on Tuesday announced they have reached a multi-year agreement, ending a weeks-long negotiations stalemate.
UnitedHealthcare and Ascension Wisconsin on Tuesday announced they have reached a multi-year agreement, ending a weeks-long negotiations stalemate.
Prostate cancer - symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer, with approximately 1 in 8 men diagnosed in their lifetime.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer, with approximately 1 in 8 men diagnosed in their lifetime.
IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?
Biden undergoing radiation for prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.
Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.
Looking ahead to the Making Strides walk
FOX6 anchor Mary Stoker Smith is back, joining Wakeup live once again from Henry Maier Festival Park. She chatted with Sara Richter ahead of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
FOX6 anchor Mary Stoker Smith is back, joining Wakeup live once again from Henry Maier Festival Park. She chatted with Sara Richter ahead of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith at Making Strides
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage at Milwaukee's lakefront. FOX6 anchor and emcee for the walk -- Mary Stoker Smith, joined WakeUp to share more.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage at Milwaukee's lakefront. FOX6 anchor and emcee for the walk -- Mary Stoker Smith, joined WakeUp to share more.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
It will be a sea of pink along the lakefront this morning for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Michael Donohoo joined FOX6 WakeUp to tell us his story of recovery and hope.
It will be a sea of pink along the lakefront this morning for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Michael Donohoo joined FOX6 WakeUp to tell us his story of recovery and hope.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at Milwaukee's lakefront
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11.
Making Strides of Milwaukee walk
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11. Elisabeth Thomsen joined FOX6 WakeUp from Henry Maier Festival Park to get us ready for the Making Strides Walk.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday morning, Oct. 11. Elisabeth Thomsen joined FOX6 WakeUp from Henry Maier Festival Park to get us ready for the Making Strides Walk.