More U.S. women drinking themselves to death, study shows - but why?
New studies show more women in the U.S. are drinking themselves to death. But the question is why? Sobriety coach and author Celeste Yvonne is joining me now to dive deeper into the real issues at hand.
Culver's Chicagoland locations join forces to support pediatric cancer fight
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
Culver's Chicagoland locations join forces to support pediatric cancer fight
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
13-year-old cancer survivor gifted all-expenses-paid trip to see Bears play Chiefs
The Chicago Bears are giving a special 13-year-old fan the trip of a lifetime this weekend after she won her battle against cancer
'She won’t let go of him': Tennessee couple of 69 years hold hands in final moments
An elderly Tennessee couple, married for an astounding 69 years, recently shared a touching reunion during their final moments at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
US task force calls for increasing blood pressure screenings during pregnancy
Increasing blood pressure screenings during pregnancy is an important step in addressing race-based inequities found in pregnancy-related morbidity and deaths, the task force said, which are often linked back to hypertensive disorders.
RSV vaccine recommended for pregnant women, CDC says
The RSV maternal vaccine should be given late in pregnancy but only during RSV season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Nutrition experts highlight unsung benefits of sweet potatoes
If you're loading up in the vegetable aisle, you might be tempted to overlook sweet potatoes. Nutrition experts say the root veggie come with a lot of unsung benefits.
Melatonin warnings: Nearly half of parents give it to their kids to help them sleep, but experts urge caution
Melatonin is ‘not a regulated substance,’ a doctor warns.
E. coli outbreak at Huntley High School under investigation
There have been six cases of E. coli reported in Huntley, all of which involve students at the area high school.
E. coli outbreak at Huntley High School under investigation
The McHenry County Health Department has confirmed six cases of E. coli at Huntley High School. The first case was reported Sunday.
Federal help coming to Illinois to combat mental illness
Federal help is coming to the state of Illinois to combat mental illnesses.
Federal help coming to Illinois to combat mental illness
There is now $130 million in grant money available across the U.S. for community-based mental health and substance abuse.
Dozens more sick from Salmonella outbreak linked to Avondale taqueria
A Salmonella outbreak at a taqueria inside Carniceria Guanajuato has now been linked to 55 cases. The Chicago Department of Public Health continues to work with management to find the course of the infection.
COVID-19 case spike triggers new funds for tests
The White House is allocating $600 millions to fund more COVID-19 tests. The CDC reports that coronavirus hospitalizations have spiked this month.
Walk for the Bear returns next month to continue the fight against pediatric cancer
The 10th annual costume Walk for the Bear benefitting the Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is just one month away.
Women excluded in clinical trials leaves treatment geared toward men
Historically, women have been underrepresented in clinical trials. Women make up over half of the population, but they only make up 30 percent of clinical trial patients. This can result in women being overmedicated because drug dosage trials are done on men. It can also lead to a lack of treatment for health issues predominantly found in women.
Third lawsuit to be filed in Chicago Salmonella outbreak
A third lawsuit will be filed Wednesday in connection to a Salmonella outbreak linked to a taqueria in Avondale. There were 20 cases reported and 10 people were hospitalized.
Pritzker advocates for reproductive rights alongside Clinton, Whitmer
Governor Pritzker mentioned receiving support in "deep red Trump territory" for his pro-choice stance.
Pritzker advocates for reproductive rights alongside Clinton, Whitmer
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday joined a panel in New York City, sharing the stage with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.