'Molly' and mental health: How the drug is making waves in the medical world
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
Paris on Politics: How Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' will impact Illinois
How will President Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" affect Illinois residents? Paris talks to nonprofit and health care leaders. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
How will President Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" affect Illinois residents? Paris talks to nonprofit and health care leaders. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
'It's Okay to Laugh' shares heartfelt stories from special needs families
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Rural hospitals prepare for financial hits, potential closures under GOP's $1 trillion Medicaid cut
One analysis reveals that over 300 hospitals may be in danger of closing under the Republican legislation which will slash roughly $1 trillion in Medicaid funding over ten years.
One analysis reveals that over 300 hospitals may be in danger of closing under the Republican legislation which will slash roughly $1 trillion in Medicaid funding over ten years.
Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.
Free help available for those navigating age-related macular degeneration
An estimated 20 million people have some form of age-related macular degeneration; Hadley Vision Resources aims to reach one million of them by 2030. President and CEO Johnjoe Farragher discusses help for those facing vision loss.
An estimated 20 million people have some form of age-related macular degeneration; Hadley Vision Resources aims to reach one million of them by 2030. President and CEO Johnjoe Farragher discusses help for those facing vision loss.
How to make the most of your child's back-to-school physical exam
Besides just checking off your to-do list, Dr. Annie Minarik from Endeavor Health identifies the important questions to ask your pediatrician to get the most out of your child's back-to-school physical exams.
Besides just checking off your to-do list, Dr. Annie Minarik from Endeavor Health identifies the important questions to ask your pediatrician to get the most out of your child's back-to-school physical exams.
New AI tool used to help map lung tumors at Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is developing a new AI tool to help doctors diagnose lung cancer tumors.
Northwestern Medicine is developing a new AI tool to help doctors diagnose lung cancer tumors.
'Big, beautiful bill' threatens vital funding for some Chicago hospitals
Leaders at Loretto Hospital say the proposed bill could force them to shut down?leaving thousands on Chicago?s West Side without essential care.
Leaders at Loretto Hospital say the proposed bill could force them to shut down?leaving thousands on Chicago?s West Side without essential care.
Senate 'vote-a-rama' puts Trump?s 'big, beautiful bill' on the brink
As Democrats slam the bill for slashing Medicaid and aiding the wealthy, GOP leaders make a final push to pass it before Friday?despite cracks in Republican support.
As Democrats slam the bill for slashing Medicaid and aiding the wealthy, GOP leaders make a final push to pass it before Friday?despite cracks in Republican support.
Krishnamoorthi's Planned Parenthood warning
As the GOP pushes to defund Planned Parenthood, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is speaking out.
As the GOP pushes to defund Planned Parenthood, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is speaking out.
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.