Fake safety glasses left woman with permanent eye damage during 2017 solar eclipse, doctor says
The young woman's vision was 20/20 in the right eye and 20/25 in the left before the eclipse. Within four hours of looking at the sun, she said her vision was blurry and distorted in both eyes, and the only color she could see was black.
Pritzker signs executive order to enhance access to groundbreaking therapies
Gov. J.B. Pritzker took action Monday by signing an executive order aimed at establishing a framework to finance and enhance access to groundbreaking therapies and medications, such as the recently endorsed gene therapies for sickle cell disease.
Pritzker takes action to expand access to groundbreaking therapies
On Monday, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed an executive order focusing on establishing a framework to finance and improve accessibility to pioneering therapies and medications, including newly endorsed gene therapies for sickle cell disease.
How to improve eyesight naturally
Qigong expert Lee Holden says it's possible to improve eyesight naturally with exercises. Qigong uses posture, movement, breathing and meditation to strengthen muscles around the eyes.
What still has asbestos? EPA announces comprehensive ban on carcinogen
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a comprehensive ban on asbestos due to its carcinogenic nature, despite its continued use in some products like chlorine bleach and brake pads, which still pose a threat to public health.
South suburban mom creates foundation for families impacted by MS
When her son was diagnosed with a life-changing disease at a young age, a Chicago mom wanted to share what she had learned with others.
South suburban mom starts support group for families impacted by MS
Denise Davis founded the Arrow Foundation after her son, Deontae Farrow, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2018. After being an active high schooler, Deontae's world was flipped upside down by the diagnosis at the age of 15. The Arrow Foundation aims to support and empower those impacted by MS.
Arizona girl undergoes several amputations after Group A Streptococcus diagnosis
An Arizona 2nd grader is fighting for her life as doctors diagnosed the little girl with Group A Streptococcus. Over the last two weeks, she has undergone multiple amputations.
Confusion looming over Chicago migrant shelter evictions
The first round of Chicago migrant shelter evictions began on Sunday, but there has been some confusion over who has to go.
Confusion looming over Chicago migrant shelter evictions
The first round of Chicago migrant shelter evictions began on Sunday, but there has been some confusion over who has to go.
Dr. Dre suffered three strokes amid hospitalization for brain aneurysm
In 2021, music mogul Dr. Dre was treated for a brain aneurysm and confined to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for two weeks. Years later, Dre is talking about his hospitalization, revealing he suffered three strokes during his stay.
Week in Review: Illinois Eclipse 2024 • Chicago Bears invest in new stadium • Dolton mayor gets sued
These are the top stories on Fox 32's Week in Review.
Chicago's migrant shelters prepare for evictions amid measles outbreak
Despite the ongoing measles outbreak, some of Chicago's migrant shelters are set to begin evictions this weekend after Mayor Brandon Johnson imposed a 60-day limit for those staying at the facilities.
Match Day: Northwestern med students discover future residencies
Graduating medical students from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have learned their residency placements for the next three to seven years.
Chicago's migrant shelters prepare for evictions amid measles outbreak
Despite the ongoing measles outbreak, some of Chicago's migrant shelters are set to begin evictions this weekend after Mayor Brandon Johnson imposed a 60-day limit for those staying at the facilities.
Chicago's migrant shelters prepare for evictions amid measles outbreak
Despite the ongoing measles outbreak, some of Chicago's migrant shelters are set to begin evictions this weekend after Mayor Brandon Johnson imposed a 60-day limit for those staying at the facilities.
Match Day: Northwestern med students discover future residencies
Graduating medical students from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have learned their residency placements for the next three to seven years.
Chicago measles outbreak: Who is at risk? How fast does it spread?
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine breaks down everything you need to know about the measles.
Neti pots, nasal-rinsing devices linked to potentially deadly amoeba
Using tap water for nasal-rinsing devices was linked to a potentially dangerous amoeba in a new study published by CDC researchers.
Chicago migrant shelter evictions to begin despite measles outbreak
The measles outbreak in Chicago is not stopping Mayor Brandon Johnson's 60-day limit for migrants staying at shelters.