Trump says 1 million Obamacare enrollees in 30 states to get $500 rebate checks- See what states and why
President Trump says an estimated 1 million Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, enrollees in 30 states will be getting $500 rebate checks for what the White House says were exchange fee overcharges by the Biden administration.
President Trump says an estimated 1 million Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, enrollees in 30 states will be getting $500 rebate checks for what the White House says were exchange fee overcharges by the Biden administration.
Peptides are trending but experts warn about lack of research
Peptides are gaining popularity for weight loss, muscle growth and recovery, but a registered dietitian warns that long-term safety and effectiveness remain uncertain and more human research is needed.
Peptides are gaining popularity for weight loss, muscle growth and recovery, but a registered dietitian warns that long-term safety and effectiveness remain uncertain and more human research is needed.
Illinois lawmakers push to make menopause conversations more open
State Rep. Camille Lilly discusses three new Illinois bills aimed at increasing awareness and support for women experiencing menopause.
State Rep. Camille Lilly discusses three new Illinois bills aimed at increasing awareness and support for women experiencing menopause.
How the Jackson Chance Foundation helps NICU families with parking costs
The Jackson Chance Foundation is partnering with Comer Children’s Hospital to provide parking support for families with babies in the NICU.
The Jackson Chance Foundation is partnering with Comer Children’s Hospital to provide parking support for families with babies in the NICU.
Pig kidney functions for record 271 days inside man awaiting human transplant
Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."
Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."
Why online health searches leave parents overwhelmed
Dr. Avenel Joseph from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation breaks down new survey data on overwhelmed parents, how to separate trustworthy medical advice from alarming online myths, and when it is truly time to call your pediatrician.
Dr. Avenel Joseph from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation breaks down new survey data on overwhelmed parents, how to separate trustworthy medical advice from alarming online myths, and when it is truly time to call your pediatrician.
Chicago mayor joins striking nurses on West Side
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined nurses Thursday morning as they walked off the job over staffing concerns.
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined nurses Thursday morning as they walked off the job over staffing concerns.
Chicago-area nurses walk out as staffing, maternity care changes fuel concerns
Nurses at one local hospital walked off the job Thursday as they pushed for better working conditions and raised concerns about patient care.
Nurses at one local hospital walked off the job Thursday as they pushed for better working conditions and raised concerns about patient care.
Chicago-area nurses strike as staffing concerns, OB service cuts spark protests
Nurses are holding strikes Thursday at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital and Olympia Fields Hospital over contract negotiations and planned maternity service cuts, while Prime Healthcare says hospitals will remain open and patient care will not be affected.
Nurses are holding strikes Thursday at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital and Olympia Fields Hospital over contract negotiations and planned maternity service cuts, while Prime Healthcare says hospitals will remain open and patient care will not be affected.
Trump inks deals for lower prices with 9 midsized drugmakers
President Donald Trump on Monday announced a deal with nine midsized drugmakers to lower prices for medications. The string of deals builds on the Trump administration’s push to link the nation’s drug prices to cheaper ones abroad. The administration has now reached drug pricing deals with 26 pharmaceutical companies, including Pfizer, Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, as part of its “most favored nation” policy.
President Donald Trump on Monday announced a deal with nine midsized drugmakers to lower prices for medications. The string of deals builds on the Trump administration’s push to link the nation’s drug prices to cheaper ones abroad. The administration has now reached drug pricing deals with 26 pharmaceutical companies, including Pfizer, Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, as part of its “most favored nation” policy.
Heart scan changed her life. Now she's giving back to Lurie Children's
A heart scan changed Whitney's life at 13. Now, the former Lurie Children's patient is helping raise money so other kids can get potentially lifesaving scans. FOX Chicago is teaming up with Lurie Children's to raise $10,000. See how you can help.
A heart scan changed Whitney's life at 13. Now, the former Lurie Children's patient is helping raise money so other kids can get potentially lifesaving scans. FOX Chicago is teaming up with Lurie Children's to raise $10,000. See how you can help.
Could a one-time treatment lower cholesterol for life?
Rush Medical Group cardiologist Dr. Alan Goldberg explains a small study of an experimental gene-editing treatment that researchers say could dramatically lower cholesterol with a single dose.
Rush Medical Group cardiologist Dr. Alan Goldberg explains a small study of an experimental gene-editing treatment that researchers say could dramatically lower cholesterol with a single dose.
Do bats hold the secret to cancer resistance? A researcher wants to find out
Researchers are considering bats as a possible key to longevity and even cancer prevention.
Researchers are considering bats as a possible key to longevity and even cancer prevention.
Groundbreaking pancreatic cancer drug approved by FDA: What we know
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a landmark new drug for advanced pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest types of the disease.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a landmark new drug for advanced pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest types of the disease.
Chicago nurses plan downtown protest against Palantir
Nurses and community activists will gather in downtown Chicago Thursday as part of a national day of action targeting AI company Palantir.
Nurses and community activists will gather in downtown Chicago Thursday as part of a national day of action targeting AI company Palantir.
Why Chicago nurses are protesting hospital use of Palantir technology
Data privacy expert Harry Maugans explains why Chicago nurses are protesting Palantir technology and discusses their concerns about how healthcare data could be used.
Data privacy expert Harry Maugans explains why Chicago nurses are protesting Palantir technology and discusses their concerns about how healthcare data could be used.
New FDA-approved drug offers hope for pancreatic cancer patients
Northwestern Medicine oncologist Dr. Deva Mahalingam discusses a newly approved pancreatic cancer drug, how it differs from traditional chemotherapy and what it could mean for patients.
Northwestern Medicine oncologist Dr. Deva Mahalingam discusses a newly approved pancreatic cancer drug, how it differs from traditional chemotherapy and what it could mean for patients.
Fewer children getting measles vaccine as cases rise
As measles cases rise, health experts are raising concerns about declining MMR vaccination rates among children and what that could mean for schools and communities.
As measles cases rise, health experts are raising concerns about declining MMR vaccination rates among children and what that could mean for schools and communities.
Illinois measles case, deaths in Pennsylvania prompt vaccination warning
As students head back to school, Illinois health officials are urging people to check whether they're protected against measles after a confirmed Chicago-area case led to possible exposures at a high school and pediatric clinic.
As students head back to school, Illinois health officials are urging people to check whether they're protected against measles after a confirmed Chicago-area case led to possible exposures at a high school and pediatric clinic.
Measles case confirmed in Kane County
A confirmed case of measles was identified in Kane County. The health department is providing updates on things you can do to prevent measles.
A confirmed case of measles was identified in Kane County. The health department is providing updates on things you can do to prevent measles.