A new City of Milwaukee assessment pegs average life expectancy at about 74 years, but warns that overdoses, gun violence and racial disparities still cost many residents decades of life. The report pairs local data with residents’ voices to pinpoint where progress has stalled.

A Milwaukee teen kept his gender‑affirming medication after his hospital clinic paused treatment, showing how federal action has forced Wisconsin families to find new care.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is raising awareness about radon, urging residents to test homes for this colorless, odorless gas linked to lung cancer.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services emphasizes handwashing to prevent respiratory illnesses like flu and COVID, partnering with the Wisconsin Badgers to promote this health practice.

Oak Creek Health Department launches the Keep it Moving Challenge with the APHA to encourage residents to stay active, offering prizes for participation.

The Milwaukee Police Department warns of hypothermia risks in winter, advising residents to dress warmly and watch for distress signs to prevent the roughly 600 annual U.S. deaths from cold exposure.

The North Shore Health Department notes the longer daylight hours can alleviate symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.), offering hope for those affected.

The Southwest Suburban Health Department is raising awareness for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, urging vaccination and screening to prevent HPV-related cancers.

The Milwaukee Fire Department mourns the loss of a colleague to suicide and highlights the importance of mental health support for first responders on social media.

The Greendale Public Health Department is hosting a free session on post-fall recovery for seniors, covering hospital stays, care, insurance, and fall prevention strategies.

The Wisconsin DHS reported the first pediatric deaths from COVID-19 and flu, emphasizing the importance of vaccinations amid rising respiratory illnesses.

Wisconsin DHS continues recommending the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns despite new ACIP guidelines, citing decades of evidence for its effectiveness and safety.

Wisconsin DHS warns of ongoing mosquito threat after a local horse contracts EEE virus, urging residents to take preventive measures against mosquito bites until the season's first hard frost.