New clues on why women’s Alzheimer’s risk differs from men’s
New research gives some biological clues to why women may be more likely than men to develop Alzheimer’s disease and how this most common form of dementia varies by sex.
Staying Safe in the intense heat
Doctors say hydration and limiting time outdoors are key to staying healthy when the temperatures skyrocket.
Scientists are closing in on a blood test for Alzheimer’s
Scientists are closing in on a long-sought goal — a blood test to screen people for possible signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
How to protect your family from an E. Coli bacterial infection
Those cute and cuddly animals you may see at summer fairs could carry a hidden microscopic danger that may harm you and your family, E. Coli bacteria.
Medical Monday: Ticks and disease
The heat and humidity might be keeping many of us indoors, but for those who want to soak up all the summer they can, ticks pose another threat.
A new effort underway in Wisconsin could help curb suicide
More than 700 Wisconsinites die by suicide every year. A new statewide task force is aiming to erase that number.
New bill clears path to specialized prescription drugs
People needing specialty drugs will have an easier time getting them thanks to a new bill signed by Governor Tony Evers.
Hamburger, hot dog buns recalled over potential plastic
Hamburger and hot dog buns sold at major retailers such as Walmart, Dollar General, Target and Sam’s Club are being recalled because they may contain small pieces of hard plastic.
Trump revamps kidney care to spur transplants, home dialysis
President Donald Trump is directing the government to revamp the nation’s care for kidney disease to give more people with failing kidneys a chance at early transplants and home dialysis.
Toxic heroin causes spike in overdoses
The heroin epidemic in La Crosse continues. Last week, the La Crosse County Medical Examiner warned of a possible potent batch of heroin laced with other unidentified drugs.
A peek into opioid users’ brains as they try to quit
Researchers are looking for people willing to have their brains scanned for science at the same time they’re struggling to kick opioid addiction.
Teen odds of using marijuana dip with recreational use laws
New research suggests legalizing recreational marijuana for U.S. adults in some states may have slightly reduced teens’ odds of using pot.
Medical Monday: Coffee vs. fat?
There could be even more reason to raise a cup of Joe this morning. A new study takes a look at how coffee can help fight obesity.
Authorities warn of bad heroin in area
The La Crosse County Medical Examiner is warning of a bad batch of drugs circulating through the area.
STORMTRACKER 19 WEATHER
Heat, Humidity, T-storms…
Readings into the 90s will return Wednesday and last through the rest of the week
