Inside Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team
Go onboard with Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team to see the unique challenges nurses face while caring for young patients in the air. FOX Chicago is teaming up with the hospital to help raise $10,000 for its Chicago Marathon team, supporting programs like this one.
Go onboard with Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team to see the unique challenges nurses face while caring for young patients in the air. FOX Chicago is teaming up with the hospital to help raise $10,000 for its Chicago Marathon team, supporting programs like this one.
Austin Hope Center opens on Chicago’s West Side
The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families.
The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families.
mRNA cancer vaccine shows promise in melanoma trial
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck is showing promising results in a late-stage melanoma trial, reducing the risk of the cancer returning or spreading when combined with Keytruda.
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck is showing promising results in a late-stage melanoma trial, reducing the risk of the cancer returning or spreading when combined with Keytruda.
Costco to sell branded Medicare plans in new pilot program
Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services.
Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services.
Childhood vaccination rates continue to fall, including in the Midwest
Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise.
Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise.
Confirmed measles cases reach 15 in Wisconsin
Fifteen measles cases have been confirmed in Wisconsin with additional cases probable. The state is still tracking information to identify the source of the disease's spread.
Fifteen measles cases have been confirmed in Wisconsin with additional cases probable. The state is still tracking information to identify the source of the disease's spread.
How Lurie Children's keeps young patients learning during hospital stays
Learning doesn't stop during a hospital stay. Teachers at Lurie Children's help young patients stay on track with school while bringing a sense of routine and normalcy to their day. See how FOX Chicago is helping support programs like this through our $10,000 marathon fundraising goal.
Learning doesn't stop during a hospital stay. Teachers at Lurie Children's help young patients stay on track with school while bringing a sense of routine and normalcy to their day. See how FOX Chicago is helping support programs like this through our $10,000 marathon fundraising goal.
Severe asthma can strike adults: What symptoms to watch for
Allergist and immunologist Dr. Giselle Mosnaim of Endeavor Health explains the risks of severe asthma in adults, signs of adult-onset asthma and how parents can help children manage the condition as they return to school.
Allergist and immunologist Dr. Giselle Mosnaim of Endeavor Health explains the risks of severe asthma in adults, signs of adult-onset asthma and how parents can help children manage the condition as they return to school.
Roughly 23 million Americans trapped in jobs they want to leave over one costly fear
Nearly one in four American workers with employer-sponsored health insurance say they are stuck in jobs they want to leave because they fear losing coverage.
Nearly one in four American workers with employer-sponsored health insurance say they are stuck in jobs they want to leave because they fear losing coverage.
New pancreatic cancer drug rolled out in Illinois | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Ajaz Khan joined the show to talk about a new pancreatic cancer drug being rolled out in Illinois.
Dr. Ajaz Khan joined the show to talk about a new pancreatic cancer drug being rolled out in Illinois.
Cyclospora outbreak expands to certain fruits: What to know
A former CDC director recently warned that the Cyclospora parasite has been detected on produce such as raspberries, blueberries, and snap peas. Dr. Brendan Niemira, former lead scientist with the USDA, explains what grocery shoppers should watch for.
A former CDC director recently warned that the Cyclospora parasite has been detected on produce such as raspberries, blueberries, and snap peas. Dr. Brendan Niemira, former lead scientist with the USDA, explains what grocery shoppers should watch for.
Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine gets FDA approval: Here's what's different
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new flu vaccine made with the same mRNA technology that was used for the COVID-19 shots.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new flu vaccine made with the same mRNA technology that was used for the COVID-19 shots.
AI being used in healthcare for insurance claims, administration
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in every industry, even healthcare, creating debate over whether it is helping solve challenges or replacing doctors. University of Michigan Professor in Medicinal Science Dr. Marschall Runge explains how AI is currently being used in the industry.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in every industry, even healthcare, creating debate over whether it is helping solve challenges or replacing doctors. University of Michigan Professor in Medicinal Science Dr. Marschall Runge explains how AI is currently being used in the industry.
How an Illinois program is helping high-risk pregnancy patients | ChicagoLIVE
The CARLA program was created after the Roe v. Wade ruling to help eliminate barriers to abortion care. It provides one-on-one support for patients, including transportation and other assistance. Meghan Daniels of the Chicago Abortion Fund joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the program's impact.
The CARLA program was created after the Roe v. Wade ruling to help eliminate barriers to abortion care. It provides one-on-one support for patients, including transportation and other assistance. Meghan Daniels of the Chicago Abortion Fund joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the program's impact.
Why women with high-risk pregnancies are traveling to Illinois for care
A Rush University physician explains why women with high-risk pregnancies are coming to Illinois from states with strict abortion bans, the medical situations they face, and how they are connected with care.
A Rush University physician explains why women with high-risk pregnancies are coming to Illinois from states with strict abortion bans, the medical situations they face, and how they are connected with care.
HIV funding falls to lowest level in nearly 20 years: Here's why
A new report warns that the number of people living with HIV could rise as global funding falls to its lowest level in nearly two decades. Dr. Aniruddha Hazra, an infectious disease expert at UChicago Medicine, explains what's driving the decline in funding and what it could mean for the future of HIV care and prevention.
A new report warns that the number of people living with HIV could rise as global funding falls to its lowest level in nearly two decades. Dr. Aniruddha Hazra, an infectious disease expert at UChicago Medicine, explains what's driving the decline in funding and what it could mean for the future of HIV care and prevention.
Leprosy cases increase in the US: Here's what to know
Health officials are reporting a rise in cases of a 4,000 year old disease and experts believe armadillos may play a role in its spread. Dr. David Nguyen, an infectious disease expert at Rush University Medical Center, explains what you need to know about the increase in cases.
Health officials are reporting a rise in cases of a 4,000 year old disease and experts believe armadillos may play a role in its spread. Dr. David Nguyen, an infectious disease expert at Rush University Medical Center, explains what you need to know about the increase in cases.
Lollapalooza safety: How to spot an overdose and use Narcan
At music festivals like Lollapalooza, Narcan can be the difference between life and death for a drug overdose. Dr. Nicholas Cozzi from Rush University System for Health explains what the drug is and how to identify an overdose.
At music festivals like Lollapalooza, Narcan can be the difference between life and death for a drug overdose. Dr. Nicholas Cozzi from Rush University System for Health explains what the drug is and how to identify an overdose.
GLP-1 drugs could have a natural alternative 'Calocurb': What to know
Prescription weight-loss drugs continue to dominate headlines, but could a natural alternative help curb appetite? Dr. Christopher Chapman of Rush University Medical Center explains the science behind 'Calocurb', a plant-based supplement designed to trigger the body's natural appetite-suppressing hormones.
Prescription weight-loss drugs continue to dominate headlines, but could a natural alternative help curb appetite? Dr. Christopher Chapman of Rush University Medical Center explains the science behind 'Calocurb', a plant-based supplement designed to trigger the body's natural appetite-suppressing hormones.
New Illinois law keeps hospital financial information hidden from the public
A new Illinois law limits public access to financial information about hospitals, raising concerns that communities could have little warning before a local hospital closes. State Rep. Anna Moeller joins Good Day Chicago to explain why the law may not protect the interests of patients or taxpayers.
A new Illinois law limits public access to financial information about hospitals, raising concerns that communities could have little warning before a local hospital closes. State Rep. Anna Moeller joins Good Day Chicago to explain why the law may not protect the interests of patients or taxpayers.