West Nile virus detected in Wisconsin mosquitoes: What you need to know
Wisconsin health officials are urging people to take precautions after mosquitoes and a wild bird tested positive for West Nile virus — the first confirmed cases of 2026.
Wisconsin health officials are urging people to take precautions after mosquitoes and a wild bird tested positive for West Nile virus — the first confirmed cases of 2026.
American Red Cross needs blood donations amid emergency shortage declaration
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
Minnesota weather: Air quality alert for wildfire smoke across MN, WI
Smoke from wildfires burning in northern Minnesota and Canada has prompted an expanded air quality alert across much of the state, while dry, hot and windy conditions continue to fuel extreme fire danger in the northeast.
Smoke from wildfires burning in northern Minnesota and Canada has prompted an expanded air quality alert across much of the state, while dry, hot and windy conditions continue to fuel extreme fire danger in the northeast.
Notable figures who died from the same heart condition linked to Lindsey Graham's death
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
Minnesota heat: Experts warn of heat stroke outdoors even without exercise
As temperatures soar and the heat index approaches 100 degrees, health experts say everyone needs to take extreme heat seriously — even if you are just sitting still.
As temperatures soar and the heat index approaches 100 degrees, health experts say everyone needs to take extreme heat seriously — even if you are just sitting still.
This is why federal health officials are tracking a stomach bug in 31 states
Health officials are tracking a severe cyclosporiasis outbreak Georgia residents need to watch out for as state case counts climb.
Health officials are tracking a severe cyclosporiasis outbreak Georgia residents need to watch out for as state case counts climb.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly tied to salad greens, lettuce, MDHHS says
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Minnesota air quality 'very unhealthy' as wildfire smoke moves in Tuesday
Wildfire smoke and dangerous heat are prompting an air quality alert for northeast Minnesota this week.
Wildfire smoke and dangerous heat are prompting an air quality alert for northeast Minnesota this week.
Heart condition tied to Lindsey Graham's death can strike without warning — what to know
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Costco issues warning notice for plant due to invasive insect infestation concern
Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.
Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.
Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries, past US cases linked to imported produce
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
The best time to talk to your parents about senior care — before it's too late
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Cyclosporiasis in Minnesota: ‘Explosive diarrhea’ outbreaks being tracked by officials
Health officials are keeping a close watch as cyclosporiasis, a parasite known for causing "explosive diarrhea," is being tracked across the country.
Health officials are keeping a close watch as cyclosporiasis, a parasite known for causing "explosive diarrhea," is being tracked across the country.
'Explosive diarrhea' parasitic infection continues to spread
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes diarrhea, is continuing to spread in the U.S., mostly through fresh produce.
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes diarrhea, is continuing to spread in the U.S., mostly through fresh produce.
Cyclosporiasis update: 31 states now investigating diarrheal illness
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.
Here's how many Americans say they are now taking GLP-1 drugs
As GLP-1 drugs become more widely available, they are reshaping how Americans approach weight management and chronic disease prevention. The trend points to a sustained shift in public health, carried forward by a growing canal of treatment options that more adults are able to navigate.
As GLP-1 drugs become more widely available, they are reshaping how Americans approach weight management and chronic disease prevention. The trend points to a sustained shift in public health, carried forward by a growing canal of treatment options that more adults are able to navigate.
Compounded peptides placed on restrictive list by FDA, lawsuit filed
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: How to wash produce
As cases of cyclosporiasis continue to spread across the U.S., public health agencies recommend thoroughly washing your produce to lower your risk for the foodborne parasite.
As cases of cyclosporiasis continue to spread across the U.S., public health agencies recommend thoroughly washing your produce to lower your risk for the foodborne parasite.
Costco hit with lawsuit alleging protein powder sold in stores contains 'dangerous' levels of lead, arsenic
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.