US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
FDA's changes to COVID vaccine recommendations prompt criticism
The Food and Drug Administration is implementing more rigorous standards for administering the COVID-19 vaccine and experts are worried.
The Food and Drug Administration is implementing more rigorous standards for administering the COVID-19 vaccine and experts are worried.
Ketamine for depression: Doctor explains how it works, addresses concerns | ChicagoNOW
What is ketamine, and how does it treat depression? Dr. Josh Eloge from Rush University Medical Center joins 'ChicagoNOW' to explain the process and address any concerns. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
What is ketamine, and how does it treat depression? Dr. Josh Eloge from Rush University Medical Center joins 'ChicagoNOW' to explain the process and address any concerns. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Chicago patient celebrates high school graduation in the hospital
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is holding a special graduation for a young patient awaiting a heart transplant.
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is holding a special graduation for a young patient awaiting a heart transplant.
FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
Toxic friendship: Spotting red flags & setting boundaries | ChicagoNOW
Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Paris on Politics: DOJ's Chicago investigation, immigrant healthcare debate
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
First blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis cleared by FDA
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten sickle cell research
Proposed cuts to Medicaid, a government health insurance program for low-income Americans, could threaten critical care for patients with sickle cell disease.
Proposed cuts to Medicaid, a government health insurance program for low-income Americans, could threaten critical care for patients with sickle cell disease.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hits the hot seat during Capitol Hill questioning
Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in the hot seat answering questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in the hot seat answering questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Trump's drug prices plan faces pushback, what's being said
President Trump says his pricing plan tying U.S. drug costs to the lowest prices around the globe will slash prices by at least 30 percent "almost immediately." But some Democratic lawmakers are questioning whether consumers will feel much of an impact.
President Trump says his pricing plan tying U.S. drug costs to the lowest prices around the globe will slash prices by at least 30 percent "almost immediately." But some Democratic lawmakers are questioning whether consumers will feel much of an impact.
Cook County Health braces for $110M budget hit as state eyes immigrant healthcare cuts
Latino lawmakers say proposed Illinois healthcare cuts for immigrants could be deadly.
Latino lawmakers say proposed Illinois healthcare cuts for immigrants could be deadly.
Immigrant healthcare cuts proposal: Cook County Health braces for $110M budget hit
Latino lawmakers say proposed Illinois healthcare cuts for immigrants could be deadly.
Latino lawmakers say proposed Illinois healthcare cuts for immigrants could be deadly.
'Everybody is at risk': How Trump's possible Medicaid cuts could impact Illinois
President Trump?s proposed budget only calls for one and a half trillion in spending cuts, and more than half of that could come from Medicaid, which provides insurance for some 70 million low-income Americans. Chicago-area hospital leaders say the cuts could be difficult for some safety-net hospitals to keep their doors open.
President Trump?s proposed budget only calls for one and a half trillion in spending cuts, and more than half of that could come from Medicaid, which provides insurance for some 70 million low-income Americans. Chicago-area hospital leaders say the cuts could be difficult for some safety-net hospitals to keep their doors open.
Trump executive order aimed at lower drug prices gets blowback
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices, but companies are pushing back.
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices, but companies are pushing back.
House GOP unveils spending bill that includes massive Medicaid cuts
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
Trump executive order aims to ‘equalize’ drug costs for the US
Trump said the U.S. was done "subsidizing" healthcare costs for other countries, and said he’s "equalizing" costs across the globe.
Trump said the U.S. was done "subsidizing" healthcare costs for other countries, and said he’s "equalizing" costs across the globe.
Health experts share sun safety tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are offering tips on how to enjoy the warm weather while protecting your skin.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are offering tips on how to enjoy the warm weather while protecting your skin.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
Chicago-area mom and daughter share rare heart surgery bond ahead of Mother's Day
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.