With virus surge, US to keep travel restrictions for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States will keep existing COVID-19 travel restrictions on international travel in place for now due to concerns about the surging infection rate because of the delta variant, according to a White House official.
Fauci says US headed in 'wrong direction' on coronavirus
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The United States is in an “unnecessary predicament” of soaring COVID-19 cases fueled by unvaccinated Americans and the virulent delta variant, the nation’s top infectious diseases expert said Sunday.
6 ways to develop endurance and achieve your goals
Here are six key things you can do to develop and maintain endurance, according to experts who have worked with coaches and athletes on physical and mental stamina.
A winning edge for the Olympics and everyday life: Focusing on what you're trying to accomplish rather than what's going on with your body
How do you get to the Olympics? Practice, practice, practice … but also know what to concentrate on during the heat of competition.
Disaster readiness training helps medical students practice stills
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - Local medical students are testing their skills to be ready if disaster strikes. Students from the Wisconsin Academy for Rural Medicine teamed up…
Alabama Republican Gov. Ivey says 'start blaming the unvaccinated folks' for rise in Covid cases
Alabama Republican Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday called out "the unvaccinated folks" for the rise in Covid-19 cases in her state, a remarkable plea at a time when many GOP leaders are refusing to urge people to get vaccinated even…
The rise in US Covid-19 hospitalizations is a self-inflicted wound, expert says
Health experts blame the recent surges in Covid-19 cases on the low rate of vaccinations, and now the accelerating Delta variant is threatening to increase hospitalizations and deaths as well, one expert has said. "This is a self-inflicted wound, because…
Evers, Department of Health urge COVID-19 vaccination before school starts
MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) -- Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health took time Thursday to encourage anyone going to school in the upcoming 2021-22 school year to get their COVID-19 vaccine before it starts. “Getting vaccinated now means…
Pulmonary rehabilitation beneficial for people with COPD
Pulmonary rehabilitation has been shown to reduce symptoms of breathlessness, improve physical function and enhance overall quality of life.
Leaders of 5 La Crosse County schools advocate for vaccination
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The superintendents at five different La Crosse County school districts joined together Thursday to ask all eligible people to consider getting vaccinated…
Health experts warn of heat exposure risks as summer temps ramp up
Last year, seven people in Wisconsin died due to overexposure, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Flavonoid-rich diets associated with better brain health
Of the nutrients in plant foods, it seems like flavonoids might be special regarding brain health.
House passes PFAS Action Act to address crisis, protect people from harm of 'forever chemicals'
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WKBT) — The U.S. House passed the PFAS Action Act Thursday, intended to improve national drinking water standards and protect people and the environment from harmful "forever chemicals" known as PFAS. Rep. Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, who co-sponsored…
Congenital heart disease: When is surgery warranted?
Patients with moderate to high complexity congenital heart disease often undergo multiple interventions.
'Neighborhood Family Clinic' opens in West Salem
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WKBT)- A new health clinic is open in West Salem. 'Neighborhood Family Clinic' is located in the 'Sensible Health Care' building that houses other health services.…
US life expectancy in 2020 saw biggest drop since WWII
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. life expectancy fell by a year and a half in 2020, the largest one-year decline since World War II, public health officials said Wednesday. The decrease for both Black Americans and Hispanic Americans was even worse: three years.
