Illinois man shares his experience bouncing back from heart failure
February is national heart month but there's always a need to stay aware of heart disease, heart failure and other related issues. This morning we're hearing a first-hand account from Matt Lewis, a 28-year-old living in Champaign after being diagnosed with heart failure.
February is national heart month but there's always a need to stay aware of heart disease, heart failure and other related issues. This morning we're hearing a first-hand account from Matt Lewis, a 28-year-old living in Champaign after being diagnosed with heart failure.
Charity boxing match aims to knock out pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country. The Ramone Foundation is hosting a charity boxing event to ease that burden and fund research.
Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country. The Ramone Foundation is hosting a charity boxing event to ease that burden and fund research.
Americans reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic five years later
It has been five years since the pandemic changed the lives of everyone. On march 11, 2020 the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.
It has been five years since the pandemic changed the lives of everyone. On march 11, 2020 the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.
How the Trump Administration is impacting access to fertility treatments
Illinois group insurance plans are now required by law to cover fertility treatments. This applies to same sex couples, single women and women who cannot get pregnant naturally.
Illinois group insurance plans are now required by law to cover fertility treatments. This applies to same sex couples, single women and women who cannot get pregnant naturally.
The caregiver's challenge: Why self-care matters for those who give their all
More than 100 million caregivers in the U.S. face the daily task of caring for loved ones, often sacrificing their own well-being in the process. FOX 32’s Nate Rodgers knows this struggle firsthand.
More than 100 million caregivers in the U.S. face the daily task of caring for loved ones, often sacrificing their own well-being in the process. FOX 32’s Nate Rodgers knows this struggle firsthand.
Caregivers stress importance of self-care in emotional journey
More than 100 million caregivers in the U.S. face the daily task of caring for loved ones, often sacrificing their own well-being in the process. FOX 32?s Nate Rodgers knows this struggle firsthand.
More than 100 million caregivers in the U.S. face the daily task of caring for loved ones, often sacrificing their own well-being in the process. FOX 32?s Nate Rodgers knows this struggle firsthand.
Which states have the most Medicaid recipients?
The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.
The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.
Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
PHOTOS: 10 Chicago area heart patients meet former Bulls point guard, celebrate recovery
A group of ten heart patients from the Chicago area received a special honor at a recent Chicago Bulls game as part of the annual Hoops & Hearts event, a partnership between Advocate Health Care and the Bulls aimed at raising awareness about heart health.
A group of ten heart patients from the Chicago area received a special honor at a recent Chicago Bulls game as part of the annual Hoops & Hearts event, a partnership between Advocate Health Care and the Bulls aimed at raising awareness about heart health.
National Wear Red Day highlights heart disease
February is Heart Month and National Wear Red Day is meant to focus on women's heart health.
February is Heart Month and National Wear Red Day is meant to focus on women's heart health.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Early detection can be life-saving in a battle with lung cancer
February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, and this year, the American Lung Association is working with a local survivor John Anderson III to bring awareness on lung cancer screening
February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, and this year, the American Lung Association is working with a local survivor John Anderson III to bring awareness on lung cancer screening
Northwestern surgeons using fridge to save lives
A lung transplant used to be a race against time. Now, a fridge is buying doctors more of it.
A lung transplant used to be a race against time. Now, a fridge is buying doctors more of it.
How tariffs could impact the costs of vital medications
A potential trade war raises concerns about driving-up the costs of vital medications.
A potential trade war raises concerns about driving-up the costs of vital medications.
Northwestern Medicine considered top place for lung transplants
Northwestern Medicine officials said it's all thanks to new technology.
Northwestern Medicine officials said it's all thanks to new technology.
New Illinois bill would give parents final say on psychotropic drugs for kids
An Illinois lawmaker is pushing a new bill that would ensure parents have the final say before their kids are prescribed psychotropic medications.
An Illinois lawmaker is pushing a new bill that would ensure parents have the final say before their kids are prescribed psychotropic medications.
Chicago children's hospital 'reviewing' transgender services for minors after Trump order
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
New spine surgery technology frees Indiana woman from years of back pain
Augmented reality-assisted spine surgery restored Diana Little-Day’s ability to stand and live pain-free after five years of debilitating scoliosis-related pain and failed procedures.
Augmented reality-assisted spine surgery restored Diana Little-Day’s ability to stand and live pain-free after five years of debilitating scoliosis-related pain and failed procedures.
Augmented reality spine surgery gives Indiana woman her life back
After five years of debilitating pain and multiple failed surgeries, an Indiana woman finally found relief through a groundbreaking augmented reality spine procedure performed at Northwestern Medicine.
After five years of debilitating pain and multiple failed surgeries, an Indiana woman finally found relief through a groundbreaking augmented reality spine procedure performed at Northwestern Medicine.
Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?