House Republicans pass health care package as deadline nears

A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.

Four republicans agree to back democrats in Obamacare fight

Time is almost up. Congress is trying to pass a law to keep health insurance premiums from spiking for millions in a few weeks. Some republicans are now working with democrats to push for an extension of the affordable care act credits.  Connor Hansen has more on this developing story.

Health care deadline looms

Nineteen days left in the year and congress is racing to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. If they don’t act, millions will see health care premiums skyrocket on January 1. Chad Pergram is on Capitol Hill with the latest on negotiations.

'Right to die' bill signed into law by Gov. Pritzker

Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek medical aid-in-dying medication, making Illinois the latest state to offer end-of-life options for patients expected to live six months or less.

Lurie Radiothon spotlight — 10-year-old leukemia survivor Viviana rings the bell and shares her story | ChicagoLIVE

At the Lurie Children’s Radiothon, ChicagoLIVE checks in with 10-year-old Viviana Gonzalez, who completed more than two years of leukemia treatment and rang the bell this summer. Viviana reflects on her emotional journey, her return to the hospital as a former patient, and her dreams for the future as donations pour in to support families like hers.

Senate meets ahead of dueling health care proposal votes

Lawmakers in Washington are also staring down a year-end crisis soaring health care premiums. Congress only has a matter of days to approve a new plan otherwise millions of Americans could be paying hundreds of dollar more for their health care next year. Rebekah Castor has the details.

Early jump in norovirus and flu prompts warning from Chicago physician | ChicagoLIVE

Dr. Chris Colbert sits down with ChicagoLIVE to address the Midwest’s rising norovirus and flu cases. He explains how norovirus spreads, who is most at risk for dehydration, how long symptoms typically last, and which household steps — like disinfecting doorknobs and strict handwashing — can stop outbreaks at home. He also shares guidance on when vomiting or diarrhea is severe enough to require emergency treatment.