Dental floss may replace vaccine needles
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to chat about the latest health topics, including a look at how floss could help replace vaccine needles.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to chat about the latest health topics, including a look at how floss could help replace vaccine needles.
East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Dormant cancers can be reawakened by flu, COVID: Study
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
Hate needles? Vaccines could soon be delivered via dental floss
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Milwaukee flooding recovery; mental health toll adds up for many
It has been more than a week since historic flooding devastated much of southeast Wisconsin. But homeowners impacted by the flooding are coping in many ways – and it's taking a toll on mental health.
It has been more than a week since historic flooding devastated much of southeast Wisconsin. But homeowners impacted by the flooding are coping in many ways – and it's taking a toll on mental health.
Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods, 'MAHA' draft report shows
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
FDA warns Americans to avoid certain popular sunscreen products
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
New blood pressure guidance recommends you cut back on this
High blood pressure affects nearly half (46.7%) of all adults in the U.S.
High blood pressure affects nearly half (46.7%) of all adults in the U.S.
Hayley McNeff, champion bodybuilder and life coach, dead at 37
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
Mars to release M&Ms and Skittles candy options without artificial dyes in 2026
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
Mold growth risk after flooding; health concerns, remediation tips
There's now a warning from the Milwaukee Health Department about mold following the recent historic flooding.
There's now a warning from the Milwaukee Health Department about mold following the recent historic flooding.
Mold growth risk after flooding, health impact
Maybe you've spent the better part of this week ripping out basement carpeting, tossing damaged couches, or even cutting away some drywall following the recent historic flooding in southeast Wisconsin. Well, you might not be done with cleanup.
Maybe you've spent the better part of this week ripping out basement carpeting, tossing damaged couches, or even cutting away some drywall following the recent historic flooding in southeast Wisconsin. Well, you might not be done with cleanup.
Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Opioid epidemic; Milwaukee County invests $9M in prevention, recovery programs
Milwaukee County approved $9 million in funding for opioid prevention, recovery and treatment projects.
Milwaukee County approved $9 million in funding for opioid prevention, recovery and treatment projects.
Popular weight-loss drugs could increase risk of developing eye conditions, vision loss, research suggests
One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.
One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.



















