What is Alaskapox? 1st known deadly case reported

Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammals, has claimed its first human life. Learn more about the disease and how it spreads.

Evansville tornado; community comes together with donations

After the two tornadoes ripped through Green and Rock counties, the Evansville community is coming together.

Case of human plague confirmed in Oregon

Health officials have confirmed a case of human plague in an Oregon resident who was likely infected by their cat.

Cooking for a healthy lifestyle and lower cancer risk

Chef Marvin from Healthy Eating Active Living Southeastern Wisconsin joined FOX6 WakeUp to give us some examples of cultural staples that have been ‘tweaked’ to be healthier.

Eating healthy with Chef Marvin
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In honor of Black History Month and National Cancer Prevention Month, Healthy Eating Active Living Southeastern Wisconsin is hosting a workshop to help engage African American and Black residents to live healthier lives. Chef Marvin joined FOX6 WakeUp to give us a taste!

Scientists turn tomatoes purple to make them more nutritious

Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.

Milwaukee Cermak reopens, sanitation grade pending after closure

A Cermak Fresh Market in Milwaukee, shut down due to "imminent" health hazards, reopened Friday with a health department sanitation grade pending.

The flu, COVID-19, RSV: Why everyone is getting sick

It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.

Study: Viagra may reduce Alzheimer's risk
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Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about the positive effects of weight loss treatments, an interesting link between erectile dysfunction drugs and a reduced risk for Alzheimer's, and an increase in preterm births.

Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests

Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.

Medicare negotiating with drugmakers on prices for expensive medications

The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.

Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack

A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.

Flu cases surge across US, CDC reports

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its latest weekly report, indicating a 16.2% increase in flu cases across the United States.

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to cotija cheese, queso fresco, more dairy products, CDC says

The decade-long outbreak of listeria across 11 U.S. states has been linked to a cheese and dairy company in California. Two people have died and at least 26 have been sickened.

Milwaukee physical therapist one of few to work with burn victims

She's the only physical therapist in Wisconsin certified to treat burn victims and she's been doing it in Milwaukee for more than three decades.

Greenfield man shares heart disease lesson; hopes it'll save a life

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. But a Greenfield man hopes his story will save someone else's life.

Blood donations hit 20-year low; Red Cross offering $20 gift cards to donors

The number of blood donors in the U.S. has reached a new low, and the Red Cross is offering $20 gift cards to those who roll up their sleeves.

Cancer diagnoses in the British royal family over the years: 'The great equalizer'

Most recently, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced on Jan. 21 that she was diagnosed with skin cancer just a month after receiving breast cancer treatments.