Birth defect risks for most women
Two-thirds of women younger than 50 have at least one lifestyle factor increasing the risk of birth defects. A study from the CDC defined five areas where women can help control risks. Dr. Robert Freidel from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to share more.
Two-thirds of women younger than 50 have at least one lifestyle factor increasing the risk of birth defects. A study from the CDC defined five areas where women can help control risks. Dr. Robert Freidel from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to share more.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Wisconsin measles dashboard launched by Department of Health Services
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) launched on Tuesday, Sept. 2, a dashboard to share updates on measles cases in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) launched on Tuesday, Sept. 2, a dashboard to share updates on measles cases in Wisconsin.
Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee offers resources
The third annual Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee took place on Saturday. There were resources and activities for kids and families.
The third annual Youth Mental Health Festival in Milwaukee took place on Saturday. There were resources and activities for kids and families.
Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
Williams Bay water contaminated; high temps led to increased nitrite
An urgent water warning continues in Williams Bay, and we now know this all began after two kids got sick.
An urgent water warning continues in Williams Bay, and we now know this all began after two kids got sick.
New FDA guidance on COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA is changing its guidance on who gets COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
The FDA is changing its guidance on who gets COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to explain.
Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Brewers, Aurora reunite pediatric patients for another surprise
Three Aurora pediatric patients got an MVP experience at Brewers spring training earlier this year. On Tuesday, they reunited – and got a surprise.
Three Aurora pediatric patients got an MVP experience at Brewers spring training earlier this year. On Tuesday, they reunited – and got a surprise.
What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
Screwworm confirmed in US with first human case reported in Maryland: CDC
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
Community Within the Corridor block party celebrates reopening
Community Within the Corridor, a Milwaukee apartment complex closed for two years due to toxic chemicals, celebrated its reopening with a free block party.
Community Within the Corridor, a Milwaukee apartment complex closed for two years due to toxic chemicals, celebrated its reopening with a free block party.
Hundreds of HHS staff sign letter urging RFK Jr. to stop spreading misinformation
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
Measles in Wisconsin: DHS confirms 5 additional cases in Oconto County
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Friday, Aug. 22 announced five additional cases of measles have been identified in Oconto County.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Friday, Aug. 22 announced five additional cases of measles have been identified in Oconto County.
Historic flooding causing mosquito problems, how to keep them away
Cleanup isn't the only challenge following the historic floods in southeast Wisconsin; mosquitoes are now hatching everywhere.
Cleanup isn't the only challenge following the historic floods in southeast Wisconsin; mosquitoes are now hatching everywhere.
More mosquitoes following historic flooding
Cleanup isn't the only challenge following the historic floods in southeast Wisconsin; mosquitoes are now hatching everywhere.
Cleanup isn't the only challenge following the historic floods in southeast Wisconsin; mosquitoes are now hatching everywhere.