Is 'smartphone pinky' real? Doctors weigh in
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
Risky, outdoor play important for children's wellbeing: Pediatricians
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children, Canadian pediatricians say.
Free play, especially "risky play," is essential for the well-being of children, Canadian pediatricians say.
Finding ways to overcome the winter blues
The recent gloomy weather may be contributing to something a lot of people might be feeling? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But there are things you can do to help alleviate the winter blues.
The recent gloomy weather may be contributing to something a lot of people might be feeling? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But there are things you can do to help alleviate the winter blues.
Winter blues; Southeast Wisconsin residents find ways to overcome SAD
Rain, dense fog and cold temperatures – they are all contributing to something a lot of people might be feeling right now – Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Rain, dense fog and cold temperatures – they are all contributing to something a lot of people might be feeling right now – Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Milwaukee
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen visited Milwaukee on Friday, Jan. 26, to tout recent federal funding such as the American Rescue Plan for programs in Wisconsin. That includes the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership.
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen visited Milwaukee on Friday, Jan. 26, to tout recent federal funding such as the American Rescue Plan for programs in Wisconsin. That includes the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership.
Abortion ban after 14 weeks; WI Assembly Republicans approve bill
Republicans who control the Wisconsin state Assembly approved Thursday a bill that would call for a binding statewide referendum to ban abortion after 14 weeks of pregnancy.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin state Assembly approved Thursday a bill that would call for a binding statewide referendum to ban abortion after 14 weeks of pregnancy.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Red Cross blood shortage, donations encouraged
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as severe winter weather has further impacted the ability to rebuild the blood supply.
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as severe winter weather has further impacted the ability to rebuild the blood supply.
Reigniting your New Year's resolutions
Tips and tricks for making changes to your health really stick.
Tips and tricks for making changes to your health really stick.
Milwaukee COVID wastewater testing dashboard launched
The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has launched an online dashboard for COVID-19 wastewater testing.
The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has launched an online dashboard for COVID-19 wastewater testing.
Can you keep your New Year's resolution? GymBird is offering $5,000 to one lucky contest winner who can
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
WHO director calls for world pandemic treaty to prepare for Disease X
Disease X is a hypothetical "placeholder" virus that has not yet been formed, but scientists say it could be 20 times deadlier than COVID-19.
Disease X is a hypothetical "placeholder" virus that has not yet been formed, but scientists say it could be 20 times deadlier than COVID-19.
What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
DHS: blood lead tests recommended for all Wisconsin children
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is recommending universal blood lead testing for children living in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is recommending universal blood lead testing for children living in Wisconsin.
Common cold weather myths busted
You've probably been told that you must wear a hat in the winter, cold weather will make you sick and you should always warm up your car before you drive. However, these things aren't necessarily true.
You've probably been told that you must wear a hat in the winter, cold weather will make you sick and you should always warm up your car before you drive. However, these things aren't necessarily true.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.