2024 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk set for Saturday, Oct. 5
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5 at Maier Festival Park – by the South Gate.
Join FOX6 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5 at Maier Festival Park – by the South Gate.
Health Watch: time to get a flu shot!
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 with more on the upcoming flu season, and why it's always important to get a flu shot. He also talked mammograms, which are recommended for all women of a certain age -- but false positive test results seem to have an effect on women getting screened at a later date.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 with more on the upcoming flu season, and why it's always important to get a flu shot. He also talked mammograms, which are recommended for all women of a certain age -- but false positive test results seem to have an effect on women getting screened at a later date.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Mayor Johnson declares Sept. 4 ‘goldeNMoments Day’ in Milwaukee
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise up goldeNMoments that are lighting the way to a future without childhood cancer.
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise up goldeNMoments that are lighting the way to a future without childhood cancer.
Newborn screening: Wisconsin 'falling behind' federal guidelines
The federal government has added a new condition to a recommended list for newborn screening, but it could be years before Wisconsin is ready to begin testing.
The federal government has added a new condition to a recommended list for newborn screening, but it could be years before Wisconsin is ready to begin testing.
Pulse - A Health & Wellness Fest for All
Pulse - A Health & Wellness Fest for All takes place Sunday at Henry Maier Festival Park
Pulse - A Health & Wellness Fest for All takes place Sunday at Henry Maier Festival Park
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
Labor Day weekend mosquito awareness
Health officials in Wisconsin are urging the public not to let their guard down when it comes to mosquitoes this Labor Day weekend. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services confirmed two people have died and another was hospitalized this year because of West Nile virus.
Health officials in Wisconsin are urging the public not to let their guard down when it comes to mosquitoes this Labor Day weekend. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services confirmed two people have died and another was hospitalized this year because of West Nile virus.
Wisconsin West Nile virus, Labor Day weekend mosquito awareness
Health officials in Wisconsin are urging the public not to let their guard down when it comes to mosquitoes this Labor Day weekend.
Health officials in Wisconsin are urging the public not to let their guard down when it comes to mosquitoes this Labor Day weekend.
West Nile Virus in Wisconsin
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about the recent increase in West Nile Virus cases in Wisconsin, which led to 2 deaths and 1 hospitalization, among other health topics.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about the recent increase in West Nile Virus cases in Wisconsin, which led to 2 deaths and 1 hospitalization, among other health topics.
Eli Lilly cutting cost of certain weight loss drugs by at least 50%
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
Wisconsin West Nile virus; 2 dead, 1 hospitalized in 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed two people have died and another was hospitalized in Wisconsin this year because of West Nile virus.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed two people have died and another was hospitalized in Wisconsin this year because of West Nile virus.
9 people now dead from listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meats
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
Grocery chain joins Walmart, CVS, others in ending cigarettes sales
American Cancer Society CEO Karen Knudsen said this move marks "a step in the right direction toward ending Big Tobacco’s influence on kids.
American Cancer Society CEO Karen Knudsen said this move marks "a step in the right direction toward ending Big Tobacco’s influence on kids.
Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
'Sloth fever': What to know about potentially deadly virus affecting US, Europe
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Middle school football player dies from head injury; second this week
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
Chemical found in rocket fuel found in drinking water, food: Consumer Report
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses can vary by ZIP code, new study finds
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.