Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected

A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.

Colorectal cancer rising in young people
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It?s a troubling medical trend. Colorectal cancer is rapidly rising among people in their 20s, 30s and 40s. Doctors say often, when the cancer is diagnosed, it?s already at a dangerous stage.

Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer

Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.

Brown Deer Pick 'n Save mercury spill, store remains closed

Crews at the Brown Deer Pick 'n Save continued to address a mercury spill on Saturday that forced the store to shut down the previous day.

Brown Deer Pick 'n Save HAZMAT response, store evacuated

The Brown Deer Pick 'n Save grocery store was evacuated on Friday due to what officials said was a mercury spill. A HAZMAT team responded to the scene.

Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023

Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.

Glendale teen's mental health podcast looks to help others

Taking away the stigma, a Glendale teen is on a mission to help others struggling with their mental health.

‘Ozempic babies’: Is the weight loss drug leading to surprise pregnancies?

Ozempic and Wegovy have steadily gained popularity for people trying to lose weight, but it's also being connected to another unexpected result: pregnancy.

Milwaukee Brewers help families with care packages, donations

The Brewers staff spent Wednesday morning, March 27, at American Family Field, helping families facing housing insecurity.

‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’

Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.

Greenfield, West Allis health departments merge

The City of Greenfield and City of West Allis announced the creation of the Southwest Suburban Health Department -- as the Greenfield Health Department merges with the West Allis Health Department.

Dengue epidemic declared by Puerto Rico amid spike in virus cases

Dengue cases have jumped in Puerto Rico, prompting the U.S. territory to declare an epidemic. The mosquito-borne virus has been on the rise in the Western Hemisphere, experts say.

Lake Country first responder saves man on flight

The assistant chief of Lake Country Fire & Rescue found himself on one of the most stressful shifts of his entire career.

COVID pandemic's mental health impact persists among young people

It has been four years since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the world, but the CDC said the toll it left on young people's mental health persists.

Measles case in Lake County, Illinois; part of Chicago outbreak

The Lake County Health Department in Illinois has confirmed a case of measles in a Lake County resident. It made the announcement on Saturday, March 23.

Report: 1 in 10 school-aged kids has ADHD

The report found that the prevalence of ADHD was higher in boys than girls.

Kate Middleton cancer announcement draws worldwide reaction

After Kate, the princess of Wales, announced Friday that she has cancer, reactions poured in from around the world.