ER doctor-turned-healer writes breakthrough book while battling breast cancer
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, we?re spotlighting a woman who turned a life-altering diagnosis into a powerful journey of healing. Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh, a former ER physician and now a global voice in integrative medicine, didn?t just survive breast cancer?she wrote a book while in treatment. Her new release, The Longevity Formula, weaves together ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and modern science, all penned during chemo and doctor?s visits. She joins us in studio to share how reconnecting with herself helped her heal from the inside out.
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, we?re spotlighting a woman who turned a life-altering diagnosis into a powerful journey of healing. Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh, a former ER physician and now a global voice in integrative medicine, didn?t just survive breast cancer?she wrote a book while in treatment. Her new release, The Longevity Formula, weaves together ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and modern science, all penned during chemo and doctor?s visits. She joins us in studio to share how reconnecting with herself helped her heal from the inside out.
Government shutdown continues as Democrats stand firm on health care spending
Several hours into the first federal government shutdown since 2019, the Senate tried again to vote on a spending plan, but Democrats remained firm against it arguing to restore healthcare spending.
Several hours into the first federal government shutdown since 2019, the Senate tried again to vote on a spending plan, but Democrats remained firm against it arguing to restore healthcare spending.
Only 9% know how to read nutrition labels ? doctors explain how to decode them
On this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs:" Only 9% of people know how to read a nutrition label ? the doctors break down what you need to know. Plus, practical tips to understand and combat sleep paralysis.
On this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs:" Only 9% of people know how to read a nutrition label ? the doctors break down what you need to know. Plus, practical tips to understand and combat sleep paralysis.
Debunking breast cancer myths as Awareness Month begins
Dr. Robert Rao joins us to share health tips and clear up common misconceptions about breast cancer, from family history to mammograms.
Dr. Robert Rao joins us to share health tips and clear up common misconceptions about breast cancer, from family history to mammograms.
TrumpRx: Trump and Pfizer drug pricing deal explained
President Trump announces a drug pricing deal with Pfizer that will significantly cut costs through the new TrumpRx government website. Dr. William Soliman from ACMA joins us to explain what the deal means for patients and the pharmaceutical industry.
President Trump announces a drug pricing deal with Pfizer that will significantly cut costs through the new TrumpRx government website. Dr. William Soliman from ACMA joins us to explain what the deal means for patients and the pharmaceutical industry.
CDC updates hepatitis B vaccine guidance, urging broad protection from birth
Dr. Nancy Reau of Rush University Medical Center explains the CDC?s new recommendations that all infants, most adults under 60, and at-risk seniors receive the hepatitis B vaccine to prevent long-term infection and protect vulnerable populations.
Dr. Nancy Reau of Rush University Medical Center explains the CDC?s new recommendations that all infants, most adults under 60, and at-risk seniors receive the hepatitis B vaccine to prevent long-term infection and protect vulnerable populations.
Prescription vending machines installed on Chicago’s South Side
Residents on Chicago’s South Side are able to pick up their prescriptions from vending machines located at multiple Advocate Health facilities.
Residents on Chicago’s South Side are able to pick up their prescriptions from vending machines located at multiple Advocate Health facilities.
New Trump tariffs target medicine and furniture
President Trump just announced new tariffs, this time they're hitting prescriptions, furniture and anyone working on bathroom or kitchen remodels. Jared Halpern lays out the numbers.
President Trump just announced new tariffs, this time they're hitting prescriptions, furniture and anyone working on bathroom or kitchen remodels. Jared Halpern lays out the numbers.
Wisconsin Planned Parenthood pauses abortions Oct 1 | Impact on Illinois
Starting October 1, Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin will pause abortion services due to new federal funding cuts tied to the ?Big Beautiful Bill.? What does this mean for Illinois, where many patients already travel for reproductive health services? FOX Milwaukee political reporter Jason Calvi explains the politics.
Starting October 1, Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin will pause abortion services due to new federal funding cuts tied to the ?Big Beautiful Bill.? What does this mean for Illinois, where many patients already travel for reproductive health services? FOX Milwaukee political reporter Jason Calvi explains the politics.
RFK Jr. launches FDA safety review of abortion pill mifepristone
The Food and Drug Administration will review the safety of mifepristone, the most widely used abortion drug in the U.S, at the request of Republican-led states.
The Food and Drug Administration will review the safety of mifepristone, the most widely used abortion drug in the U.S, at the request of Republican-led states.
Lurie Children's brings marathon spirit inside hospital | ChicagoNOW
This September, during Pediatric Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month, the nurses at Lurie Children?s Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant Division are going above and beyond the hospital walls to bring hope and joy to the children and families they care for every day. A Little Lighter, a nurse-led fundraising group formed just three years ago, has already raised over $300,000 to support patients with cancer and blood disorders ? and they?re not stopping there.
This September, during Pediatric Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month, the nurses at Lurie Children?s Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant Division are going above and beyond the hospital walls to bring hope and joy to the children and families they care for every day. A Little Lighter, a nurse-led fundraising group formed just three years ago, has already raised over $300,000 to support patients with cancer and blood disorders ? and they?re not stopping there.
Chicago woman celebrates 105th birthday, shares her secret to a long life
An Advocate Trinity Hospital patient celebrated her 105th birthday on Wednesday.
An Advocate Trinity Hospital patient celebrated her 105th birthday on Wednesday.
UChicago resident physicians rally for fair pay and first union contract
Resident doctors at the University of Chicago Medical Center are demanding better wages and working conditions, citing burnout, 80-hour weeks, and rising living costs.
Resident doctors at the University of Chicago Medical Center are demanding better wages and working conditions, citing burnout, 80-hour weeks, and rising living costs.
'Nightmare bacteria' cases on the rise in US, CDC report finds
Infectious disease doctors are sounding the alarm after a new CDC report found that drug-resistant “nightmare bacteria” infections rose drastically in the U.S. between 2019 and 2023.
Infectious disease doctors are sounding the alarm after a new CDC report found that drug-resistant “nightmare bacteria” infections rose drastically in the U.S. between 2019 and 2023.
Loyola cafeteria cashier saves doctor from choking: 'a very scary event'
A Loyola cafeteria cashier recently saved the life of an emergency room doctor who was choking on her lunch.
A Loyola cafeteria cashier recently saved the life of an emergency room doctor who was choking on her lunch.
Trump's Tylenol warning causes pushback from medical community
Trump has suggested that using Tylenol while pregnant could increase the chance of kids developing autism, a claim that has since garnered negative attention from medical leaders worldwide.
Trump has suggested that using Tylenol while pregnant could increase the chance of kids developing autism, a claim that has since garnered negative attention from medical leaders worldwide.
Are tattoos safe? Doctors reveal the hidden health risks and benefits | Second Opinion
In this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs," the docs dive into the booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry and how tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation?from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body?and how they?re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.
In this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs," the docs dive into the booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry and how tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation?from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body?and how they?re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.
Illinois health officials recommend flu, COVID vaccines, diverge from CDC guidelines
State health officials widely recommended vaccines for flu and COVID-19, a deviation from recent guidance from a federal vaccine advisory panel.
State health officials widely recommended vaccines for flu and COVID-19, a deviation from recent guidance from a federal vaccine advisory panel.
Ticks are spreading in Illinois faster than we realize | ChicagoNOW
From Lyme disease to emerging conditions like Alpha-gal syndrome, the spread of ticks carries real risks for residents, outdoor workers, farmers, and even pets. Recent studies show not only that ticks are expanding into new areas, but also that our state?s surveillance system has major blind spots.
From Lyme disease to emerging conditions like Alpha-gal syndrome, the spread of ticks carries real risks for residents, outdoor workers, farmers, and even pets. Recent studies show not only that ticks are expanding into new areas, but also that our state?s surveillance system has major blind spots.
Retired nurse becomes first Northwestern patient to receive groundbreaking eye cancer treatment
Bozena, a retired nurse and Polish immigrant, is making medical history with a new liver-targeted therapy that treats advanced eye cancer with fewer side effects.
Bozena, a retired nurse and Polish immigrant, is making medical history with a new liver-targeted therapy that treats advanced eye cancer with fewer side effects.