Americans are drinking less than ever, poll finds
More people are not only consuming less alcohol but are being mindful about how much they drink based on findings in a recent poll.
More people are not only consuming less alcohol but are being mindful about how much they drink based on findings in a recent poll.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
New vaccine designed to help fight colorectal, pancreatic cancer shows promising results: Study
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
At-home skin cancer test could be one step closer
An experimental patch could bring the medical world one step closer to rapid at-home melanoma testing, eliminating the need for a biopsy or blood draw.
An experimental patch could bring the medical world one step closer to rapid at-home melanoma testing, eliminating the need for a biopsy or blood draw.
French fries tied to diabetes risk, but not all potatoes 'created equal,' study finds
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Waukesha County man survives pancreatic cancer; shares message of hope
A Waukesha County man says he thought he was going to die after being diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Local doctors helped him beat the odds.
A Waukesha County man says he thought he was going to die after being diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Local doctors helped him beat the odds.
Pancreatic cancer survivor shares message
A Waukesha County man says he thought he was going to die after being diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Local doctors helped him beat the odds, and now this "miracle man" is sharing a message of hope.
A Waukesha County man says he thought he was going to die after being diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Local doctors helped him beat the odds, and now this "miracle man" is sharing a message of hope.
Screen time and heart health
Kids under the age of 18 who spend more time using electronic devices, may be at higher risk for heart diseases. Researchers found each extra hour of screen time increased the patient's overall risk. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to talk about that and other health topics.
Kids under the age of 18 who spend more time using electronic devices, may be at higher risk for heart diseases. Researchers found each extra hour of screen time increased the patient's overall risk. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to talk about that and other health topics.
Over half of Americans' calories come from ultra-processed foods
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
How to measure wildfire smoke at home
Wildfire smoke has dominated our skies, headlines and lungs over the past few weeks. Small particles which can lead to respiratory issues.
Wildfire smoke has dominated our skies, headlines and lungs over the past few weeks. Small particles which can lead to respiratory issues.
Oconomowoc grandmother water skiing again after knee replacements
An Oconomowoc grandmother is water skiing again after having surgeries to replace both knees. She hopes to beat the record for oldest female water skier.
An Oconomowoc grandmother is water skiing again after having surgeries to replace both knees. She hopes to beat the record for oldest female water skier.
Milwaukee Bucks unveil new health and wellness clinic in Schlitz Park
The Bucks Health and Wellness program, which is celebrating its one-year anniversary, has launched a new clinic in Schlitz Park.
The Bucks Health and Wellness program, which is celebrating its one-year anniversary, has launched a new clinic in Schlitz Park.
What is kratom 7-OH? Why RFK and health officials are cracking down
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
What is Chikungunya virus? Symptoms, prevention and what to know
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
Rare flu complication causing brain swelling on the rise in kids, study finds
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
New MCW cancer center opens in Milwaukee County
The Medical College of Wisconsin celebrated the grand opening of its new cancer research facility on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus.
The Medical College of Wisconsin celebrated the grand opening of its new cancer research facility on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus.
Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease on the rise: How parents can protect their children
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
CDC issues travel warning over chikungunya outbreak in China
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel alert due to an outbreak of chikungunya in China, advising travelers to take enhanced precautions.
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel alert due to an outbreak of chikungunya in China, advising travelers to take enhanced precautions.
Wisconsin air quality: Poor conditions will improve late-week
Due to wildfire smoke creating unhealthy air quality, yet another air quality alert is in effect for parts of southeast Wisconsin until noon on Wednesday.
Due to wildfire smoke creating unhealthy air quality, yet another air quality alert is in effect for parts of southeast Wisconsin until noon on Wednesday.