Wisconsinites donate to Hurricane Helene victims
With two hurricanes in two weeks, Wisconsinites are stepping up and driving south to help victims still struggling from Hurricane Helene.
With two hurricanes in two weeks, Wisconsinites are stepping up and driving south to help victims still struggling from Hurricane Helene.
At-home COVID-19 and flu tests
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to talk about new at-home COVID-19 and flu tests, among other health topics.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 to talk about new at-home COVID-19 and flu tests, among other health topics.
83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
New study finds humanity nearing life expectancy limits
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.
Is unpasteurized apple cider safe to drink? Here's what the FDA says
Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.
Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.
Air Force cadet's cause of death blamed on rare bacterial infection
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
WALK THE HOAN shuts down Milwaukee's iconic bridge; here's why
The first annual “WALK THE HOAN" 5K took people across Milwaukee's iconic bridge on Saturday to raise money for a good cause.
The first annual “WALK THE HOAN" 5K took people across Milwaukee's iconic bridge on Saturday to raise money for a good cause.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer takes over Milwaukee's lakefront
October is breast cancer awareness month, and on Saturday morning, Oct. 5, the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's Lakefront.
October is breast cancer awareness month, and on Saturday morning, Oct. 5, the fight is taking center stage on Milwaukee's Lakefront.
Meeting 'Sawdust' at Making Strides Milwaukee
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith spoke with a survivor Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in Milwaukee, and also met a new friend.
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith spoke with a survivor Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in Milwaukee, and also met a new friend.
Ultra-processed foods make up 60% of America’s diet, who's at biggest risk
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
Mary Stoker Smith at Making Strides Milwaukee
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith joined WakeUp to talk about the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, and chat with Sara Sahli from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.
FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith joined WakeUp to talk about the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, and chat with Sara Sahli from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.
Tricia's Troops Cancer Connection
Candice Strong, Executive Director of Tricia's Troops, joined FOX6 WakeUp from this year's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Milwaukee.
Candice Strong, Executive Director of Tricia's Troops, joined FOX6 WakeUp from this year's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Milwaukee.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in MKE
Elizabeth Thomsen, Executive Director of the American Cancer Society, joined FOX6 WakeUp from this year's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk.
Elizabeth Thomsen, Executive Director of the American Cancer Society, joined FOX6 WakeUp from this year's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk.
2 human cases of bird flu confirmed in California, CDC says — here’s what to know
The two bird flu cases in California bring the total to 16 cases in the U.S. in 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The two bird flu cases in California bring the total to 16 cases in the U.S. in 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Milwaukee County judge breast cancer diagnosis; “Power of pink is saving me"
A Milwaukee County judge wants to share the power of the color pink.
A Milwaukee County judge wants to share the power of the color pink.
Milwaukee school didn't know boy left building, mother says
A Milwaukee mother said her 6-year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum, walked out of school last month – and nobody knew he was gone.
A Milwaukee mother said her 6-year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum, walked out of school last month – and nobody knew he was gone.
Fewer Kindergarteners getting vaccinations
Fewer kindergartners are getting vaccinated for measles. The CDC says only 92.7% percent of US Kindergartners got their shots for the last school year. That's down from the 95% rate that had been maintained for a decade. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to explain that and other health topics.
Fewer kindergartners are getting vaccinated for measles. The CDC says only 92.7% percent of US Kindergartners got their shots for the last school year. That's down from the 95% rate that had been maintained for a decade. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to explain that and other health topics.
Kindergarten vaccine exemptions reach all-time high
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.
Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
Over 1 in 3 children worldwide are nearsighted, study finds
A recent study reveals that over 1 in 3 children worldwide are currently nearsighted, with rates expected to rise further by 2050.
A recent study reveals that over 1 in 3 children worldwide are currently nearsighted, with rates expected to rise further by 2050.