Researchers in Mexico invent nose-only COVID-19 masks to be worn during eating, drinking
Researchers in Mexico invented nose-only masks that reportedly give the wearer additional protection when eating and drinking when wearing a face covering is impractical.
Researchers in Mexico invented nose-only masks that reportedly give the wearer additional protection when eating and drinking when wearing a face covering is impractical.
Researchers find COVID-19 may have been lingering for up to 2 months before 1st recorded human infection
Researchers attempting to identify when exactly the novel coronavirus emerged determined that it likely began infecting people as early as October 2019.
Researchers attempting to identify when exactly the novel coronavirus emerged determined that it likely began infecting people as early as October 2019.
Illinois reports 2,190 coronavirus cases, 35 deaths
Public health officials on Thursday announced another 2,190 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 35 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Thursday announced another 2,190 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 35 additional deaths.
How llamas are helping scientists study COVID-19
Professor Andrzej Joachimiak from the University of Chicago explains how they're using llama antibodies to create life-saving therapy.
Professor Andrzej Joachimiak from the University of Chicago explains how they're using llama antibodies to create life-saving therapy.
Unemployment claims fall to 684,000, fewest since start of pandemic
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.
American Red Cross hosts several blood drives in Chicago, suburbs
The American Red Cross is looking for donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, to give blood in the Chicagoland area.
The American Red Cross is looking for donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, to give blood in the Chicagoland area.
New research could make air travel safer amid pandemic
New research could make air travel safer during the pandemic, as the number of people hitting the skies keeps climbing.
New research could make air travel safer during the pandemic, as the number of people hitting the skies keeps climbing.
Brazil becomes 2nd country to surpass 300K COVID-19 deaths
Brazil topped 300,000 confirmed COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday, becoming the second country to do so amid a spike in infections that has seen the South American country report record death tolls in recent days.
Brazil topped 300,000 confirmed COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday, becoming the second country to do so amid a spike in infections that has seen the South American country report record death tolls in recent days.
Potential cancer causing hand sanitizers found by online pharmacy
A new report is warning Americans to avoid a list of hand sanitizers that are contaminated with benzene, a toxic chemical known to cause cancer.
A new report is warning Americans to avoid a list of hand sanitizers that are contaminated with benzene, a toxic chemical known to cause cancer.
COVID-19 vaccine not 'get out of jail free card,' infections can occur, studies suggest
So-called "breakthrough" coronavirus cases — infections that occur in people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 — are rare but can happen.
So-called "breakthrough" coronavirus cases — infections that occur in people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 — are rare but can happen.
Dave Chappelle requiring rapid coronavirus tests at upcoming shows
Dave Chappelle is heading to Connecticut for a set of shows and the comedian is requiring audience members to get rapid COVID-19 tests before entry.
Dave Chappelle is heading to Connecticut for a set of shows and the comedian is requiring audience members to get rapid COVID-19 tests before entry.
'We're sounding the alarm': Lightfoot, health officials concerned with uptick in COVID-19 cases
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and health officials say they are "very concerned" about the increase in COVID-19 cases the city has seen in the last week.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and health officials say they are "very concerned" about the increase in COVID-19 cases the city has seen in the last week.
New 'double mutant' coronavirus variant detected in India
Health officials in India said a new “double mutant” coronavirus variant was detected in the country, as worrisome variants first detected in the U.K., South Africa and Brazil now circulate within the nation’s borders and around the world.
Health officials in India said a new “double mutant” coronavirus variant was detected in the country, as worrisome variants first detected in the U.K., South Africa and Brazil now circulate within the nation’s borders and around the world.
'I trust doctors': Pritzker receives COVID-19 vaccine
Gov. J.B. Pritzker rolled up his sleeve Wednesday to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker rolled up his sleeve Wednesday to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
CDC says no-sail order to remain in place until Nov. 1 despite cruise association request
The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.
The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.
COVID-19 antibodies found in 1 in 5 blood donations from unvaccinated people in March, Red Cross data shows
Between June 15, 2020, and March 6, 2021, the Red Cross tested more than 3.3 million blood donations from unvaccinated people.
Between June 15, 2020, and March 6, 2021, the Red Cross tested more than 3.3 million blood donations from unvaccinated people.
Pfizer begins phase 1 study of oral COVID-19 treatment drug
Pfizer announced Monday that it has begun the phase 1 study of an oral antiviral drug to treat SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Pfizer announced Monday that it has begun the phase 1 study of an oral antiviral drug to treat SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Over 5 million vaccine doses have been administered in Illinois
Public health officials in Illinois on Wednesday said more than 5 million doses of coronavirus vaccine have been administered in the state.
Public health officials in Illinois on Wednesday said more than 5 million doses of coronavirus vaccine have been administered in the state.
Brain fog found as most frequent neurologic symptom of COVID long haulers
Dr. Igo Koralnik from Northwestern Medicine breaks down some of the most common neurologic symptoms of COVID patients.
Dr. Igo Koralnik from Northwestern Medicine breaks down some of the most common neurologic symptoms of COVID patients.
Cook County Health to release 16K first-dose vaccine appointments
Cook County Health will release 16,000 first-dose appointments to eligible individuals on Wednesday.
Cook County Health will release 16,000 first-dose appointments to eligible individuals on Wednesday.