Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
MPS lead crisis; facilities director out
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a leadership change at Milwaukee Public Schools. Sean Kane is no longer serving as MPS' facilities and maintenance director.
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a leadership change at Milwaukee Public Schools. Sean Kane is no longer serving as MPS' facilities and maintenance director.
Shingles vaccine may help prevent dementia
Scientists now say a shingles shot may also protect against dementia. Researchers compared health data from people who did and did not get the vaccine. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to share all the information on that and other health topics.
Scientists now say a shingles shot may also protect against dementia. Researchers compared health data from people who did and did not get the vaccine. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to share all the information on that and other health topics.
MPS lead crisis; Sean Kane no longer serving as facilities director
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department, along with leaders from Milwaukee Public Schools, discussed the current status of lead hazard response efforts in the district's schools.
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department, along with leaders from Milwaukee Public Schools, discussed the current status of lead hazard response efforts in the district's schools.
Shingles vaccine may cut risk of dementia, study says
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Person dies of rabies after contracting virus from transplanted organ in Ohio
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
Donate Life flag raising; celebrating organ donation with new events
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is celebrating those who have saved lives through donation by hosting several events throughout the month.
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is celebrating those who have saved lives through donation by hosting several events throughout the month.
Measles update: These 5 states now have active outbreaks
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Trump FDA layoffs included staff working on bird flu response: Report
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
Mass layoffs begin at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
Which US city is the healthiest to live in?
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
Lead filter giveaway, Milwaukee group offers resource to community
Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, a Milwaukee organization, distributed filters to help people rid lead from their water at home.
Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, a Milwaukee organization, distributed filters to help people rid lead from their water at home.
Marquette scholars' St. Baldrick's fundraiser marks 16th year
Marquette University students shaved their heads on Saturday to raise awareness and money for the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Marquette University students shaved their heads on Saturday to raise awareness and money for the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Intergenerational Community Women's Day Milwaukee wellness event
A Delta Sigma Theta Intergenerational Community Women's Day event in Milwaukee aimed to bring women and girls together.
A Delta Sigma Theta Intergenerational Community Women's Day event in Milwaukee aimed to bring women and girls together.
RFK Jr. says states can – and should – block soda from food stamps benefits
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says states will now be allowed to ban people from using SNAP benefits – better known as food stamps – to pay for sodas.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says states will now be allowed to ban people from using SNAP benefits – better known as food stamps – to pay for sodas.
New MPS superintendent on school officers, district culture
New Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius inherited a number of problems – a school resource officer mandate, financial woes.
New Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius inherited a number of problems – a school resource officer mandate, financial woes.
New MPS superintendent on lead hazards, funding needs
New Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius inherited a number of problems, perhaps most notably lead hazards.
New Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius inherited a number of problems, perhaps most notably lead hazards.
Trump tariffs: Impact on car prices, repairs
President Donald Trump announced new 25% auto import tariffs. Local car dealerships and auto repair shops are already preparing for prices to go up.
President Donald Trump announced new 25% auto import tariffs. Local car dealerships and auto repair shops are already preparing for prices to go up.
Kansas measles cases reach 23; new Ohio outbreak sickens 10
A growing measles outbreak in Kansas has reached 23 cases and may be linked to earlier outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. Ohio is now reporting 10 cases, with wider exposure concerns.
A growing measles outbreak in Kansas has reached 23 cases and may be linked to earlier outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. Ohio is now reporting 10 cases, with wider exposure concerns.