Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
World Stroke Day, what to know
On World Stroke Day, Aurora Health Care neurologist Dr. Michael Connor discusses what to know and do if you think someone is having a stroke.
On World Stroke Day, Aurora Health Care neurologist Dr. Michael Connor discusses what to know and do if you think someone is having a stroke.
Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
Ask Contact 6: health care questions
Contact 6 is accepting questions about healthcare systems, insurance plans and medical bills until 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Contact 6's Jenna Sachs joined FOX6 WakeUp to explain how the process works and the experts she'll be chatting with.
Contact 6 is accepting questions about healthcare systems, insurance plans and medical bills until 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. Contact 6's Jenna Sachs joined FOX6 WakeUp to explain how the process works and the experts she'll be chatting with.
Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
World Stroke Day awareness; neurologist discusses signs, prevention
Tuesday (Oct. 29) is World Stroke Day. It's an annual day to raise awareness and highlight the importance of stroke prevention.
Tuesday (Oct. 29) is World Stroke Day. It's an annual day to raise awareness and highlight the importance of stroke prevention.
World Stroke Day: Interview with a doctor
Dr. Suneel Varma joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the importance of stroke awareness, along with the signs and symptoms, ahead of World Stroke Day on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
Dr. Suneel Varma joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the importance of stroke awareness, along with the signs and symptoms, ahead of World Stroke Day on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
1 in 4 adults thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds
ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
Pizza contaminated with THC; Wisconsin-based business issues apology
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
House Judiciary Committee hearing in Milwaukee discusses border security, fentanyl
Usually, congressional hearings are at the U.S. Capitol. But on Thursday, Oct. 24, one came to battleground Wisconsin.
Usually, congressional hearings are at the U.S. Capitol. But on Thursday, Oct. 24, one came to battleground Wisconsin.
Kwik Trip bed bugs, Waukesha location dealing with pest problem
A Waukesha Kwik Trip is dealing with bed bugs, a spokesperson said Thursday.
A Waukesha Kwik Trip is dealing with bed bugs, a spokesperson said Thursday.
Milwaukee lead testing for kids; new health recommendations
The Milwaukee Health Department changed its recommendations for lead testing in kids.
The Milwaukee Health Department changed its recommendations for lead testing in kids.
McDonald's E.coli outbreak kills 1, sickens dozens
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
New stroke prevention guidelines released by American Stroke Association
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.
'Walking pneumonia' cases on the rise in young children: What to know
The CDC is tracking a notable rise in "walking pneumonia" and acute bronchitis cases in young children.
The CDC is tracking a notable rise in "walking pneumonia" and acute bronchitis cases in young children.
Power and Purpose youth summit
Gina Whiyee from Milwaukee County Children, Youth & Family Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
Gina Whiyee from Milwaukee County Children, Youth & Family Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
The importance of engaging with young people
David Muhammad from the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to chat about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
David Muhammad from the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services joined FOX6 WakeUp to chat about the Power and Purpose youth summit.
Something new about the sense of smell
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about some trending health topics, including what new research is showing us about our sense of smell.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about some trending health topics, including what new research is showing us about our sense of smell.
Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go
With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.
With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.