Health

Reality TV show contestant said he drinks raw milk. Research shows that’s risky

Public health officials have long warned against drinking raw milk and championed milk pasteurization as a modern public health triumph.

Leaders of Walworth County's only food bank officially get the keys to their future location

The Bridge Food Diaper Bank serves thousands of needy Walworth County residents a year, but they have run out of space. They will soon have a larger headquarters just up the road. The Bridge announced their purchase of the former Sperino's Pizza and Monte Carlo Room in Elkhorn this week, which has...

Methylene blue: What to know about textile dye being used as a wellness supplement

Methylene blue is a synthetic textile dye that has shown promise in treating and diagnosing a variety of medical conditions, but it’s also being misleadingly promoted and sold by wellness influencers as a cutting-edge anti-aging supplement.

Packers score: Green bay beats Carolina, Watson returns from hospital

Christian Watson went to the hospital and returned to the game, the World Series champion Milwaukee Brewers made an appearance, and the Green Bay Packers beat the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field on Thursday Night Football.What was the Packers score?The Packers beat the Panthers 27-19. Green Bay...

Waiting months for a doctor’s appointment? Experts offer advice

Reading Time: 6 minutes Click here to read highlights from the story Wait times for medical visits are common statewide as the health care labor force shrinks and the population is older than the national average. However, people don’t have to settle for long wait times. Wisconsin Watch spoke to...

Dyslexia expert offers steps to improve reading fluency

Bonnie Terry says short, consistent reading drills can help struggling readers make significant progress.

Aurora Health Care newborns celebrate Milwaukee Brewers’ first championship

Newborns at Aurora Health Care hospitals across Wisconsin joined the celebration of the Milwaukee Brewers’ first championship with commemorative onesies.

Post From Community: Caring for the Caregiver

Editor’s note: Post From Community is the place for community announcements and event postings. If you have a community-oriented event you feel our readers would be interested in, please submit here. By Brenda J White, Alzheimer’s Health Coalition Celebrate National Caregiver Month with the...

Rising healthcare costs concern Wisconsin residents ahead of midterm elections

Post From Community: $10,000 donation helps Wisconsin nonprofit bring free dental care and essential supplies to residents in need

Editor’s note: Post From Community is the place for community announcements and event postings. If you have a community-oriented event you feel our readers would be interested in, please submit here. By Jackie Rodriguez, Tilson PR on behalf of Smashburger For thousands of Wisconsin residents,...