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.
Cigarette use in U.S. hits 80-year low, survey finds
Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.
Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.
Massachusetts' deadly mosquito virus threatening local towns: What to know
A rare yet deadly mosquito virus in Massachusetts has officials in several towns warning residents to avoid going outdoors at night.
A rare yet deadly mosquito virus in Massachusetts has officials in several towns warning residents to avoid going outdoors at night.
Free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart late September
The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.
The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.
West Nile virus: Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County test positive
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County have tested positive for West Nile virus. Area health departments urged people to take precautions against bites.
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County have tested positive for West Nile virus. Area health departments urged people to take precautions against bites.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines: Here’s what to know
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Nearly 60% of baby food sold in popular US grocery stores is unhealthy, WHO study says
Researchers looked at hundreds of baby food products at popular grocery store chains in the United States.
Researchers looked at hundreds of baby food products at popular grocery store chains in the United States.
Fluoride at twice the recommended limit is linked to lower IQ in kids, US government report says
The 324-page report, based on previous published studies, marks the first time a federal agency determined that there is a connection between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ in kids.
The 324-page report, based on previous published studies, marks the first time a federal agency determined that there is a connection between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ in kids.
The cost of IVF in 2024
Here’s a look at how much it costs to get pregnant through IVF in 2024.
Here’s a look at how much it costs to get pregnant through IVF in 2024.
How does US life expectancy stack up? New study reveals surprising insights
A new study published in the BMJ Journal, led by Penn State researchers, revealed how the U.S. life expectancy compares to other nations.
A new study published in the BMJ Journal, led by Penn State researchers, revealed how the U.S. life expectancy compares to other nations.
Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski earns Fire Chief of the Year Award
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski has earned the Fire Chief of the Year Award from the International Association of Fire Chiefs Great Lakes Division.
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski has earned the Fire Chief of the Year Award from the International Association of Fire Chiefs Great Lakes Division.
What is Parvovirus B19? CDC warns 'slapped cheek' disease on the rise
The respiratory virus is associated with symptoms, including fever, rashes, and joint pain.
The respiratory virus is associated with symptoms, including fever, rashes, and joint pain.
Local fundraiser honors Bart Starr, helps childhood cancer research
A Village of Pewaukee burger and custard joint is taking 15% of its profits on Thursday, Aug. 15, and putting them toward a good cause. The fundraiser also honors Packers No. 15" – Bart Starr.
A Village of Pewaukee burger and custard joint is taking 15% of its profits on Thursday, Aug. 15, and putting them toward a good cause. The fundraiser also honors Packers No. 15" – Bart Starr.
Ketamine use for mental health treatment; drug not FDA-approved
Ketamine is traditionally used in a hospital environment or by doctors. But now, many ketamine treatment clinics are popping up across southeast Wisconsin.
Ketamine is traditionally used in a hospital environment or by doctors. But now, many ketamine treatment clinics are popping up across southeast Wisconsin.
What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.
Which color of apple is 'better' for you and why: red, green or yellow?
Nutritionists weigh in on apple color, plus whether an apple a day really does keep the doctor away.
Nutritionists weigh in on apple color, plus whether an apple a day really does keep the doctor away.
SE Wisconsin blood supply 'dangerously low,' Versiti says
There's a blood shortage in southeast Wisconsin, and Versiti Blood Center is stepping up efforts to encourage donations.
There's a blood shortage in southeast Wisconsin, and Versiti Blood Center is stepping up efforts to encourage donations.
Waukesha EKG screenings; young adults take potentially life-saving test
Hundreds of young people lined up in Waukesha on Tuesday, Aug. 13 for a potentially life-saving test.
Hundreds of young people lined up in Waukesha on Tuesday, Aug. 13 for a potentially life-saving test.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.