Hantavirus outbreak concerns grow as Americans remain in quarantine
A Hantavirus outbreak tied to a Dutch-based cruise ship has sickened multiple passengers, including Americans now under quarantine in the U.S., as health officials investigate concerns that a rare strain may have spread person to person onboard.
A Hantavirus outbreak tied to a Dutch-based cruise ship has sickened multiple passengers, including Americans now under quarantine in the U.S., as health officials investigate concerns that a rare strain may have spread person to person onboard.
NASA engineer gets double-lung transplant at Northwestern Hospital
A NASA engineer received an innovative double-lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in the Chicago area.
A NASA engineer received an innovative double-lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in the Chicago area.
Hantavirus latest: American evacuated from ship tests positive
One American has tested positive for hantavirus and another is showing mild symptoms as the group of 18 passengers from the outbreak-stricken ship arrived back in the United States.
One American has tested positive for hantavirus and another is showing mild symptoms as the group of 18 passengers from the outbreak-stricken ship arrived back in the United States.
Everything you need to know about hantavirus in 6 minutes
Infectious disease physician Ihab Ahmed of Northwestern Medicine explains what hantavirus is, how it spreads, the symptoms to watch for, and how travelers can reduce their risk as concerns rise following reported cruise ship infections and other summer travel illnesses.
Infectious disease physician Ihab Ahmed of Northwestern Medicine explains what hantavirus is, how it spreads, the symptoms to watch for, and how travelers can reduce their risk as concerns rise following reported cruise ship infections and other summer travel illnesses.
Amazon stocking Ozempic pills at kiosks, offering same-day delivery
Amazon is making Ozempic pills more accessible and stocking its U.S. kiosks with the medication and offering same-day delivery.
Amazon is making Ozempic pills more accessible and stocking its U.S. kiosks with the medication and offering same-day delivery.
White House says Trump's drugmaker deals could save economy $529B over next decade
President Trump’s “most favored nation” drugmaker deals could save the economy $529 billion over the next decade, a new White House analysis estimates.
President Trump’s “most favored nation” drugmaker deals could save the economy $529 billion over the next decade, a new White House analysis estimates.
Oak Forest Fire Department first in Illinois to use new heart monitoring technology
A suburban fire department is the first in Illinois to adopt new tech aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
A suburban fire department is the first in Illinois to adopt new tech aimed at helping paramedics improve speed and accuracy in the field.
Supreme Court restores abortion pill access
The Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
The Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
Trump says GLP-1 weight-loss drugs coming at $50 for Medicare patients
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
New study links common health risks to higher cancer rates
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Dementia risk linked to everyday food millions eat, study suggests
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
Gaming helps kids at Chicago children's hospital in treatment
Kids at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago now have a new way to relax and get a bit of joy while seeking treatment in video games.
Kids at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago now have a new way to relax and get a bit of joy while seeking treatment in video games.
CDC reports spike in tick bites across Midwest as experts warn of health risks
Health officials say emergency room visits for tick bites are rising earlier than usual, prompting warnings about Lyme disease and tips on prevention, removal, and protecting pets.
Health officials say emergency room visits for tick bites are rising earlier than usual, prompting warnings about Lyme disease and tips on prevention, removal, and protecting pets.
Johnson & Johnson is the latest company to list drugs on TrumpRx
Johnson & Johnson is the latest drugmaker to start selling some of its drugs on the TrumpRx website.
Johnson & Johnson is the latest drugmaker to start selling some of its drugs on the TrumpRx website.
Trump administration move could speed research on psychedelics and marijuana, expert says | ChicagoLIVE
A University of Illinois expert explains how new federal action could expand research into psychedelics and marijuana while raising questions about patient access, safety and how quickly the science should move forward.
A University of Illinois expert explains how new federal action could expand research into psychedelics and marijuana while raising questions about patient access, safety and how quickly the science should move forward.
How stress affects your heart and what you can do about it
A Mayo Clinic cardiologist explains how chronic stress impacts heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and simple ways to reduce stress during National Stress Month.
A Mayo Clinic cardiologist explains how chronic stress impacts heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and simple ways to reduce stress during National Stress Month.
Record $7.25M verdict awarded in Cook County hysterectomy malpractice case | ChicagoLIVE
Clifford Law Offices secured a record-breaking $7.25 million verdict on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who was forced to undergo a life-altering hysterectomy following negligent surgical complications and delayed treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. Led by partner Sarah F. King, the legal team proved that medical staff failed to follow established safety protocols, resulting in severe, permanent injuries.
Clifford Law Offices secured a record-breaking $7.25 million verdict on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who was forced to undergo a life-altering hysterectomy following negligent surgical complications and delayed treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. Led by partner Sarah F. King, the legal team proved that medical staff failed to follow established safety protocols, resulting in severe, permanent injuries.
Chicago doctor on detecting, surviving esophageal cancer
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
West Suburban hospital to resume clinic services
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.