Dousman principal spreads AFib awareness
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September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, and patients and experts are shining a light on the signs and symptoms.

US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped

An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.

Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows

A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.

Former Milwaukee health commissioner's resignation records released

Documents, just obtained by FOX6, shed light on what led to the former Milwaukee Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson's abrupt January resignation.

Jill Biden visits Madison; cancer efforts, education the focus

First lady Jill Biden travels to Madison on Thursday, Aug. 31 – capping a three-stop visit around the Midwest. The visit will be focused on cancer and education.

Recovery Connect app fights opioid crisis, Milwaukee Co. 8th for deaths

Milwaukee County ranks eighth in the country for overdose deaths among large cities and counties, and the Recovery Connect app offers a direct line to life-saving help.

Recovery Connect app fights opioid crisis
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Milwaukee County ranks eighth in the country for overdose deaths among large cities and counties, and the Recovery Connect app offers a direct line to life-saving help.

August is National Wellness Month

Jessica Brown from Carroll University shares some tips to help you feel your best

August is National Wellness Month
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Jessica Brown from Carroll University shares some tips to help you feel your best

Pewaukee PFAS, 2 wells exceed 'hazard index'

PFAS were found in Pewaukee in two of the 12 drinking water wells. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says PFAS can cause thyroid or heart issues, cancer or even developmental delays.

First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations

President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.

Milwaukee drinking water filter donation, courtesy of Zurn Elkay

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions announced a partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools. That partnership was kicked off with a $2.2 million donation of its Elkay drinking water filters to MPS.