U.S. panel lays out flu vaccine recommendations
Despite criticism for the appointment of ?anti-vaxxers? to the Trump administration's vaccine advisory panel, the group is recommending seasonal flu vaccines.
Despite criticism for the appointment of ?anti-vaxxers? to the Trump administration's vaccine advisory panel, the group is recommending seasonal flu vaccines.
FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
No relief: Transferred patients still without AC at second Chicago hospital, families say
Patients transferred out of Weiss Memorial Hospital due to a prolonged air conditioning outage were moved to another facility — one that, according to families, also lacks functioning A/C.
Patients transferred out of Weiss Memorial Hospital due to a prolonged air conditioning outage were moved to another facility — one that, according to families, also lacks functioning A/C.
Supreme Court: States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood
Public money can't be used on abortion services, but Medicaid patients use Planned Parenthood for things like contraception and cancer screenings.
Public money can't be used on abortion services, but Medicaid patients use Planned Parenthood for things like contraception and cancer screenings.
Infertility Awareness Month highlights hope, research and personal journeys
A Northwestern doctor and a local mother share advances in fertility research and a personal story of surrogacy to raise awareness during National Infertility Awareness Month.
A Northwestern doctor and a local mother share advances in fertility research and a personal story of surrogacy to raise awareness during National Infertility Awareness Month.
How dogs could help cure cancer: Inside the groundbreaking research at U of I
Veterinary researchers at the University of Illinois are looking at new ways to treat dogs with cancer. Their hope is that man?s best friend will eventually be able to help cure cancer in humans. Dr. Timothy Fan, chair of veterinary oncology research, joined us to talk about it.
Veterinary researchers at the University of Illinois are looking at new ways to treat dogs with cancer. Their hope is that man?s best friend will eventually be able to help cure cancer in humans. Dr. Timothy Fan, chair of veterinary oncology research, joined us to talk about it.
Chicago doctor explains ALS after Eric Dane's diagnosis
Actor Eric Dane, known for roles in Euphoria and Grey?s Anatomy, recently revealed his ALS diagnosis, sharing that he has lost full use of his right arm and hand. As his condition progresses, the announcement is sparking important conversations about the disease. Dr. Senda Ajroud-Driss, a neuromuscular specialist at Northwestern Medicine, joined us to explain what ALS is, who?s most at risk, and the latest treatment options being explored.
Actor Eric Dane, known for roles in Euphoria and Grey?s Anatomy, recently revealed his ALS diagnosis, sharing that he has lost full use of his right arm and hand. As his condition progresses, the announcement is sparking important conversations about the disease. Dr. Senda Ajroud-Driss, a neuromuscular specialist at Northwestern Medicine, joined us to explain what ALS is, who?s most at risk, and the latest treatment options being explored.
Indiana 12-year-old, baseball league raise $70K for pediatric cancer
Caiden Guajardo, 12, and the Crown Point Cal Ripken Youth Baseball League raised $70,000 dollars for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
Caiden Guajardo, 12, and the Crown Point Cal Ripken Youth Baseball League raised $70,000 dollars for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
Pritzker asked about impacts of ?big, beautiful bill? on Illinois
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testifies before a House panel on sanctuary states policy in Washington, D.C.
Cook County jury awards family of girl who died of toxic levels of morphine $20.5M
The family of an 11-year-old girl who died from morphine toxicity after being treated at a suburban cancer center in 2020 was awarded $20.5 million.
The family of an 11-year-old girl who died from morphine toxicity after being treated at a suburban cancer center in 2020 was awarded $20.5 million.
Smallest things send Americans' stress soaring, survey says | ChicagoNOW
A new survey finds that even the smallest sounds or situations?like loud chewing or slow Wi-Fi?can spike stress levels. Here?s what?s causing our anxiety. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
A new survey finds that even the smallest sounds or situations?like loud chewing or slow Wi-Fi?can spike stress levels. Here?s what?s causing our anxiety. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Rush Medical Center celebrates National Cancer Thriver Day
Patients at Rush University Medical Center were celebrated for not only surviving longer with cancer but for thriving.
Patients at Rush University Medical Center were celebrated for not only surviving longer with cancer but for thriving.
Illinois woman with terminal illness fights for legal right to die
Lombard resident Debra Robertson has been fighting for the legal right to die on her own terms.
Lombard resident Debra Robertson has been fighting for the legal right to die on her own terms.
Illinois Attorney General stresses importance of prostate cancer screenings
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul shares about his experience battling cancer and the importance of prevention during National Men's Health Month.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul shares about his experience battling cancer and the importance of prevention during National Men's Health Month.
Highland Park student turns cardiac scare into mission to help others
After surviving sudden cardiac arrest, Highland Park middle schooler Lana Berk made it her mission to help others by raising money for Project ADAM, a program started by Lurie Children?s Hospital to prevent cardiac events in kids and teens. She joins us alongside Dr. Stu Berger and Ted McCarten to share her story and how others can get involved.
After surviving sudden cardiac arrest, Highland Park middle schooler Lana Berk made it her mission to help others by raising money for Project ADAM, a program started by Lurie Children?s Hospital to prevent cardiac events in kids and teens. She joins us alongside Dr. Stu Berger and Ted McCarten to share her story and how others can get involved.
How microplastics are impacting women's health
The air we breathe, water we drink and sunscreen we are putting on our skin can all be contaminated with chemicals associated with microplastics.
The air we breathe, water we drink and sunscreen we are putting on our skin can all be contaminated with chemicals associated with microplastics.
Life-saving CPR steps you should know
This week is CPR and AED Awareness Week and this morning we are talking about the importance of learning these lifesaving skills in case you ever need to use them in an emergency situation.
This week is CPR and AED Awareness Week and this morning we are talking about the importance of learning these lifesaving skills in case you ever need to use them in an emergency situation.
Lurie Children's looks to bring new hope to Chicago's West Side
When the doors open next summer, the Austin Hope Center will increase access to quality care for young people on the city's West Side.
When the doors open next summer, the Austin Hope Center will increase access to quality care for young people on the city's West Side.
A special look inside Lurie Children's Mobile Health Unit
Lurie Children?s is working to serve patients in their own communities. FOX 32's Terrence Lee tells us how their mobile health program is reaching the unique needs of children across Chicago.
Lurie Children?s is working to serve patients in their own communities. FOX 32's Terrence Lee tells us how their mobile health program is reaching the unique needs of children across Chicago.
Prostate cancer diagnoses renew calls for early screening and awareness
Terrance Jones, a prostate cancer survivor diagnosed at 47 with no symptoms, now uses art to raise awareness about the importance of early screening, as doctors urge men to advocate for proactive testing.
Terrance Jones, a prostate cancer survivor diagnosed at 47 with no symptoms, now uses art to raise awareness about the importance of early screening, as doctors urge men to advocate for proactive testing.