Is red light therapy worth the hype?
Red light therapy might look extreme but it can actually be really good for the skin. Here's what you need to know.
Red light therapy might look extreme but it can actually be really good for the skin. Here's what you need to know.
Cook County officials call for more menopause research funding
A Cook County commissioner wants more funding from the federal government into research on menopause.
A Cook County commissioner wants more funding from the federal government into research on menopause.
Robitussin cough syrup recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
Signs of thyroid issues to watch out for
In recognition of National Thyroid Awareness Month, FOX 32 Chicago is highlighting the prevalence of thyroid conditions among Americans.
In recognition of National Thyroid Awareness Month, FOX 32 Chicago is highlighting the prevalence of thyroid conditions among Americans.
Pritzker says fundamental rights will be key voter motivator in 2024
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker anticipates that reproductive rights will be a crucial factor influencing voters this November.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker anticipates that reproductive rights will be a crucial factor influencing voters this November.
Pritzker says fundamental rights will be key voter motivator in 2024
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker asserts that immigration will remain a significant topic through the presidential election season, but he highlights the fight for fundamental rights as the primary driver for the majority of voters heading to the polls.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker asserts that immigration will remain a significant topic through the presidential election season, but he highlights the fight for fundamental rights as the primary driver for the majority of voters heading to the polls.
Urgent Care or Emergency Room?: Here's how to choose
When you or a loved one is sick but you can't get in to see your doctor, how do you choose between Urgent Care or the Emergency Room? One emergency physician from University of Michigan Health has the answer.
When you or a loved one is sick but you can't get in to see your doctor, how do you choose between Urgent Care or the Emergency Room? One emergency physician from University of Michigan Health has the answer.
Study finds smoking can cause the brain to shrink
If you still need a reason to give up smoking, a recent study is pretty eye-opening. Researchers found that smoking can actually shrink your brain -- much like the way Alzheimer's disease damages the brain.
If you still need a reason to give up smoking, a recent study is pretty eye-opening. Researchers found that smoking can actually shrink your brain -- much like the way Alzheimer's disease damages the brain.
Oak Lawn couple's unique kidney donation story celebrated
A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.
A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.
Oak Lawn couple's unique kidney donation story celebrated
A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.
A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.
Health watch: Using socks to clear congestion
Many of us deal with congestion during these winter months and doctors say there is a simple solution to help clear it.
Many of us deal with congestion during these winter months and doctors say there is a simple solution to help clear it.
Preventing weight gain after quitting weight loss drugs
Researchers say most people who start on a weight loss drug like Ozempic or Wegovy quit within a year. The Fox Medical Team spoke with an obesity specialist about how to keep the weight off after getting off the drugs.
Researchers say most people who start on a weight loss drug like Ozempic or Wegovy quit within a year. The Fox Medical Team spoke with an obesity specialist about how to keep the weight off after getting off the drugs.
Illinois lawmakers called on to pass drug affordability act
Advocates called on lawmakers in the Illinois capital to pass the Prescription Drug Affordability Act. The legislation would protect consumers as prices skyrocket.
Advocates called on lawmakers in the Illinois capital to pass the Prescription Drug Affordability Act. The legislation would protect consumers as prices skyrocket.
Chicago woman undergoes cutting-edge treatment for sickle cell disease
A Chicago woman was one of only three patients in the nation to receive cutting-edge treatment for sickle cell disease.
A Chicago woman was one of only three patients in the nation to receive cutting-edge treatment for sickle cell disease.
Nurses at University of Chicago Medicine demand staffing, safety improvements
Nurses at University of Chicago Medicine held an informational picket Monday, calling for their demands to be met.
Nurses at University of Chicago Medicine held an informational picket Monday, calling for their demands to be met.
Chicago nurses demand staffing, safety improvements
Nurses at University of Chicago Medicine held an informational picket Monday, calling for their demands to be met.
Nurses at University of Chicago Medicine held an informational picket Monday, calling for their demands to be met.
Pritzker announces $10 million investment for Southern Illinois Healthcare Cancer Institute
Governor J.B. Pritzker has announced a $10 million grant for the Southern Illinois Healthcare Cancer Institute.
Governor J.B. Pritzker has announced a $10 million grant for the Southern Illinois Healthcare Cancer Institute.
Popularity of weight loss shots prompts more questions
As weight-loss drugs gain popularity, more questions are popping up over their effectiveness, side effects and whether they will be covered by health care companies.
As weight-loss drugs gain popularity, more questions are popping up over their effectiveness, side effects and whether they will be covered by health care companies.
Health Watch: New guidelines expand weight loss surgery access
Weight loss surgery guidelines for decades have recently been updated in order to expand it to more potential patients. Doctors want to make sure these patients know its an option.
Weight loss surgery guidelines for decades have recently been updated in order to expand it to more potential patients. Doctors want to make sure these patients know its an option.
New risk factors identified in early-onset dementia
Researchers have identified four new risk factors for young-onset dementia. Young-onset dementia refers to people under the age of 65. The new factors include vitamin D deficiency and social isolation.
Researchers have identified four new risk factors for young-onset dementia. Young-onset dementia refers to people under the age of 65. The new factors include vitamin D deficiency and social isolation.