Born with a rare condition, Miles found hope at Lurie Children’s
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
Miles Dadosky was born with a rare genetic condition that prevents his body from producing lifesaving hormones. His mom shares how Lurie Children’s not only saved his life but gave their family peace of mind. FOX Chicago’s Sam Witt is running the Chicago Marathon to raise $10,000 for Lurie Children’s, helping fund research for more therapies and cures for kids like Miles.
Illinois doctor explains what to know about the 'explosive' diarrhea parasite
The CDC is reporting an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that can cause severe, watery diarrhea. Numerous cases have been identified across 17 states, including Illinois.
The CDC is reporting an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that can cause severe, watery diarrhea. Numerous cases have been identified across 17 states, including Illinois.
New Medicare program could help cover your weight loss medication | ChicagoLIVE
Currently, the law does not allow Medicare to cover weight loss medications, but a new program could change that for certain drugs. Juliette Cubanski, vice president and director at KFF, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the impact.
Currently, the law does not allow Medicare to cover weight loss medications, but a new program could change that for certain drugs. Juliette Cubanski, vice president and director at KFF, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the impact.
Medicare rolls out $50 GLP-1 drug program: What to know
GLP-1 weight loss drugs will be a lot cheaper for many older Americans with the rollout of Medicare’s $50-a-month GLP-1 program.
GLP-1 weight loss drugs will be a lot cheaper for many older Americans with the rollout of Medicare’s $50-a-month GLP-1 program.
New blood test makes pancreatic cancer easier to detect
A new blood test detects pancreatic cancer in 65% of patients, up from 17% with the previous test. Northwestern Medicine Oncologist Dr. Akhil Chawla joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what it means for earlier detection.
A new blood test detects pancreatic cancer in 65% of patients, up from 17% with the previous test. Northwestern Medicine Oncologist Dr. Akhil Chawla joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what it means for earlier detection.
Pritzker to make Illinois first state to require coverage for preeclampsia testing | ChicagoLIVE
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Measles exposure reported at O’Hare: What travelers should know
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
455 charged in health care fraud crackdown; schemes totaled over $6.5 billion
Over 400 people, including 90 medical professionals, were charged in connection with medical fraud schemes, the DOJ announced.
Over 400 people, including 90 medical professionals, were charged in connection with medical fraud schemes, the DOJ announced.
Big changes coming to Medicaid program including work requirements
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
Innovative exoskeleton therapy for stroke survivors developed in Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
Researchers at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have developed a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation system that uses robotic exoskeletons to virtually connect therapists with stroke survivors during recovery.
Researchers at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have developed a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation system that uses robotic exoskeletons to virtually connect therapists with stroke survivors during recovery.
How to protect your animals from screwworm parasites | ChicagoLIVE
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
Aphasia Awareness Month: Inside the disorder that has changed the lives of celebrities
Dr. Leora Cherney, founder and director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Center for Aphasia Research, joins Good Day Chicago to break down aphasia and the latest research behind it.
Dr. Leora Cherney, founder and director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Center for Aphasia Research, joins Good Day Chicago to break down aphasia and the latest research behind it.
Chicago doctor warns record increase in Congo Ebola cases is 'a significant concern'
Health officials are racing to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a record daily spike in cases. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's Dr. Mercedes Carnethon explains causes and repercussions of the outbreak.
Health officials are racing to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a record daily spike in cases. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's Dr. Mercedes Carnethon explains causes and repercussions of the outbreak.
Illinois ‘right to die’ law faces new lawsuit before effective date
An Illinois law that would allow terminally ill patients to seek medication to end their own lives is facing a new federal lawsuit.
An Illinois law that would allow terminally ill patients to seek medication to end their own lives is facing a new federal lawsuit.
TrumpRx list expanded again and tops 800 drugs, president says
President Trump said more than 800 drugs are now listed on his TrumpRx site.
President Trump said more than 800 drugs are now listed on his TrumpRx site.
CPR training partnership aims to build a heart-safe community in Cicero
Leaders from the American Heart Association and Corazón Community Services discuss expanding CPR training for young people and the importance of being prepared for cardiac emergencies.
Leaders from the American Heart Association and Corazón Community Services discuss expanding CPR training for young people and the importance of being prepared for cardiac emergencies.
Family shares Lurie Children's journey ahead of annual fundraising walk
A family reflects on their experience with Lurie Children's Hospital and explains why the Walk for Lurie Children's helps support patients, caregivers and families across the region.
A family reflects on their experience with Lurie Children's Hospital and explains why the Walk for Lurie Children's helps support patients, caregivers and families across the region.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
American Heart Association director shares how CPR training helped save a life
After performing CPR on a passenger who collapsed during a bus ride home, an American Heart Association director shares her experience and demonstrates lifesaving techniques anyone can learn.
After performing CPR on a passenger who collapsed during a bus ride home, an American Heart Association director shares her experience and demonstrates lifesaving techniques anyone can learn.