Nonprofit brings warrior tablets to Chicago pediatric patients
The Hope Always Foundation is bringing comfort and connection to pediatric patients in the form of warrior tablets.
The Hope Always Foundation is bringing comfort and connection to pediatric patients in the form of warrior tablets.
Colorectal cancer rising in younger Americans as rates fall for seniors
Dr. Shikha Jain breaks down new data showing colorectal cancer cases declining in adults over 65 but climbing sharply in younger people, and explains why early screening matters.
Dr. Shikha Jain breaks down new data showing colorectal cancer cases declining in adults over 65 but climbing sharply in younger people, and explains why early screening matters.
$1.5 billion in medical debt wiped out for Cook County residents
Gov. JB Pritzker and Toni Preckwinkle announce $1.5 billion in medical debt relief through Illinois’ partnership with Undue Medical Debt, expanding a 2024 state program aimed at helping low- and middle-income families.
Gov. JB Pritzker and Toni Preckwinkle announce $1.5 billion in medical debt relief through Illinois’ partnership with Undue Medical Debt, expanding a 2024 state program aimed at helping low- and middle-income families.
Advanced CTE tied to sharp rise in dementia risk, major brain study finds
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
Prescription drug costs in Illinois: Citizen Action pushes for affordability board | ChicagoLIVE
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
What women can do right now to lower cancer risk
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Chicago father welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
Blood test could predict what age Alzheimer's symptoms will start, new study suggests
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
Illinois erases $1.1B in medical debt for more than 500K residents
More than 500,000 Illinois residents are receiving letters this week, saying their medical debt has been erased.
More than 500,000 Illinois residents are receiving letters this week, saying their medical debt has been erased.
Bill would guarantee paid sick leave for all US workers if passed
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
February is Heart Health Month: Experts urge action to prevent heart disease
Dr. Mihaela Stacu of Sinai Chicago discusses the risks of heart disease in Illinois, the impact of nutrition and outreach, and steps residents can take to protect their heart health.
Dr. Mihaela Stacu of Sinai Chicago discusses the risks of heart disease in Illinois, the impact of nutrition and outreach, and steps residents can take to protect their heart health.
New study raises concerns about malnutrition risks linked to GLP-1 weight loss drugs
An Australian study warns that some patients on GLP-1 medications may face nutrient deficiencies, prompting experts to share guidance on safe use, prevention, and best practices.
An Australian study warns that some patients on GLP-1 medications may face nutrient deficiencies, prompting experts to share guidance on safe use, prevention, and best practices.
Illinois joins WHO outbreak network after Trump admin pulls public health funding
Illinois health director Dr. Sameer Vohra explains the impact of lost federal funding, why the state is partnering with the World Health Organization’s global outbreak network, and what it means for public health moving forward.
Illinois health director Dr. Sameer Vohra explains the impact of lost federal funding, why the state is partnering with the World Health Organization’s global outbreak network, and what it means for public health moving forward.
Doctor explains why sleep matters for heart health
Cardiologist Dr. Saagar Sanghvi discusses how much sleep adults need, what happens to the body during rest and why poor sleep — including disorders like sleep apnea — can take a toll on heart health.
Cardiologist Dr. Saagar Sanghvi discusses how much sleep adults need, what happens to the body during rest and why poor sleep — including disorders like sleep apnea — can take a toll on heart health.
Illinois to lose $587M due to Trump’s budget bill, pay more for SNAP benefits, report says
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Experts highlight women’s heart health for National Wear Red Day
A Northwestern Medicine cardiologist explains the warning signs of heart attacks in women and shares tips for monitoring key health numbers to protect cardiovascular health.
A Northwestern Medicine cardiologist explains the warning signs of heart attacks in women and shares tips for monitoring key health numbers to protect cardiovascular health.
How one Illinois family changed newborn screening nationwide
The parents of Amelia Myers share how their daughter’s fight with a rare genetic disease led Illinois to become the first state to screen newborns for it—and how her legacy is saving lives even after her passing.
The parents of Amelia Myers share how their daughter’s fight with a rare genetic disease led Illinois to become the first state to screen newborns for it—and how her legacy is saving lives even after her passing.
New imaging technology spots hidden cancer
A Chicago doctor is using new FDA-approved technology that makes cancer cells glow during surgery. Here's how it works.
A Chicago doctor is using new FDA-approved technology that makes cancer cells glow during surgery. Here's how it works.
New tech to combat lung cancer
A Chicago doctor is using new FDA-approved technology that makes cancer cells glow during surgery.
A Chicago doctor is using new FDA-approved technology that makes cancer cells glow during surgery.