Shigella infection reported at Milwaukee school; what to know
According to the Milwaukee Health Department, a case of shigellosis was reported at La Escuela Fratney. It can cause stomach pain, diarrhea and fever.
According to the Milwaukee Health Department, a case of shigellosis was reported at La Escuela Fratney. It can cause stomach pain, diarrhea and fever.
Ascension Wisconsin changes
Newly-announced changes for Ascension Wisconsin patients and staff could have wide-ranging impacts in multiple counties, including shutting down a "micro-hospital" in Waukesha in January.
Newly-announced changes for Ascension Wisconsin patients and staff could have wide-ranging impacts in multiple counties, including shutting down a "micro-hospital" in Waukesha in January.
Postmates executive enters hospice, shares message: ‘Be kind, be brave’
James Butts, a former SVP at Postmates, shared an emotional message on X amid his cancer battle. The post, which went viral, has touched thousands of people.
James Butts, a former SVP at Postmates, shared an emotional message on X amid his cancer battle. The post, which went viral, has touched thousands of people.
Milwaukee County blood transfusions; EMS crews now offering in field
Every fire department in Milwaukee County will soon have a new resource that could be the difference between life and death for trauma patients.
Every fire department in Milwaukee County will soon have a new resource that could be the difference between life and death for trauma patients.
Is beef tallow healthier than seed oils? Unpacking RFK Jr.'s views
President-elect Trump’s HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stirred a debate over cooking oils, claiming beef tallow is a healthier option than seed oils like canola. Experts weigh in.
President-elect Trump’s HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stirred a debate over cooking oils, claiming beef tallow is a healthier option than seed oils like canola. Experts weigh in.
West Allis potential lead exposure warnings; what to know
West Allis residents are concerned about the safety of their drinking water after they received a letter from the city about potential lead exposure.
West Allis residents are concerned about the safety of their drinking water after they received a letter from the city about potential lead exposure.
New FDA rules target those ubiquitous TV drug commercials
The agency’s new guidelines are created to eliminate pharmaceutical company practices that minimize or distract consumers from knowing risk information about drugs.
The agency’s new guidelines are created to eliminate pharmaceutical company practices that minimize or distract consumers from knowing risk information about drugs.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
E.coli cases linked to McDonald's climbs to 104
A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has affected at least 104 people in 14 states, with 34 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has affected at least 104 people in 14 states, with 34 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
Watch: Donor reunites with toddler she helped save through life-saving liver transplant
Sandy Flash, a woman from West New York, was reunited with one-year-old Sonny, whom she helped save through a life-saving liver transplant at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
Sandy Flash, a woman from West New York, was reunited with one-year-old Sonny, whom she helped save through a life-saving liver transplant at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
Flu, COVID-19, RSV vaccines; Wisconsin residents urged to receive
Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data show only 17% of Wisconsinites have received a flu shot this season, and just 7% have received an updated COVID-19 vaccine.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data show only 17% of Wisconsinites have received a flu shot this season, and just 7% have received an updated COVID-19 vaccine.
Medicare premiums increasing in 2025
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Milwaukee Alderman Jonathan Brostoff dies, honored with Brady Street memorial walk
The Brady Street Business Improvement District organized a candlelight memorial walk in honor of the late Milwaukee Ald. Jonathan Brostoff.
The Brady Street Business Improvement District organized a candlelight memorial walk in honor of the late Milwaukee Ald. Jonathan Brostoff.
Wisconsin drinking water; residents get letters warning of lead
Some Wisconsin community members said they were worried after receiving a letter regarding drinking water.
Some Wisconsin community members said they were worried after receiving a letter regarding drinking water.
FDA wants to pull decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
The FDA is proposing the removal of phenylephrine, a popular nasal decongestant, in oral form from over-the-counter use. Here’s why.
The FDA is proposing the removal of phenylephrine, a popular nasal decongestant, in oral form from over-the-counter use. Here’s why.
James Van Der Beek mistook cancer symptoms for problems with his diet
The 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' actor, 47, has been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
The 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' actor, 47, has been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
Bird flu infects more farmworkers than previously known, CDC says
Following a CDC study showing bird flu exposure among dairy workers, health officials recommend increased testing and preventative measures for farmworkers, even if they show no symptoms, to prevent virus spread and mutation.
Following a CDC study showing bird flu exposure among dairy workers, health officials recommend increased testing and preventative measures for farmworkers, even if they show no symptoms, to prevent virus spread and mutation.
Oconomowc VA clinic helps veterans in rural areas
Leaders are trying to get the word out about a new VA health clinic that opened earlier this year in Oconomowoc.
Leaders are trying to get the word out about a new VA health clinic that opened earlier this year in Oconomowoc.
Your candidate lost? Here’s how to cope with post-election stress
With emotions running high, here are expert-backed tips to help you cope if the election results aren’t what you hoped, including managing stress, finding support, and staying grounded.
With emotions running high, here are expert-backed tips to help you cope if the election results aren’t what you hoped, including managing stress, finding support, and staying grounded.
Election 2024: Here’s how states voted on abortion rights
Abortion rights appeared on the ballot in 10 states last night. Here’s how they fared.
Abortion rights appeared on the ballot in 10 states last night. Here’s how they fared.