FDA approves new COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA has approved a new round of COVID-19 boosters.
The FDA has approved a new round of COVID-19 boosters.
FDA advisers: Popular nasal decongestant ineffective for congestion relief
The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts.
The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts.
Phoenix woman nearly dies after getting plastic surgery in Mexico, and she's not alone
A woman in Phoenix trusted that she found a reputable plastic surgery clinic in Mexico, but soon learned that she was part of a group of people coming down with a deadly infection. She started seeing patients pass away one by one and hoped she wasn't next.
A woman in Phoenix trusted that she found a reputable plastic surgery clinic in Mexico, but soon learned that she was part of a group of people coming down with a deadly infection. She started seeing patients pass away one by one and hoped she wasn't next.
Adderall and other ADHD medications still in short supply
An Adderall shortage is forcing many people to go without their medication. Beth Galvin has more on if there's relief in sight.
An Adderall shortage is forcing many people to go without their medication. Beth Galvin has more on if there's relief in sight.
These are the 3 vaccines doctors hope will block fall 'tripledemic'
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been steadily increasing since late summer, and RSV already is on the rise in parts of the Southeast.
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been steadily increasing since late summer, and RSV already is on the rise in parts of the Southeast.
How to cut costs on life-saving prescription medications
Many seniors struggle with the high cost of prescription medications they need. Some medications can cost hundreds of dollars. There are savings programs and third-party companies like GoodRx that can help customers combat rising costs.
Many seniors struggle with the high cost of prescription medications they need. Some medications can cost hundreds of dollars. There are savings programs and third-party companies like GoodRx that can help customers combat rising costs.
What to know about the new RSV vaccines
To help protect against its spread, the CDC says "monoclonal antibody products" are available for infants and some young children, while "two new vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV disease."
To help protect against its spread, the CDC says "monoclonal antibody products" are available for infants and some young children, while "two new vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV disease."
CPR safety awareness: How to save a life on the field and on the court
As football season kicks off for another year, some Chicago doctors are speaking out about recent reports regarding the safety of CPR.
As football season kicks off for another year, some Chicago doctors are speaking out about recent reports regarding the safety of CPR.
Virtual opportunities drive nurses out of hospitals
There's been an ongoing nursing shortage across the country as virtual jobs continue to grow. There are several opportunities now for nurses to work away from the bedside. Although, some healthcare professionals say they can make the biggest difference right next to their patients.
There's been an ongoing nursing shortage across the country as virtual jobs continue to grow. There are several opportunities now for nurses to work away from the bedside. Although, some healthcare professionals say they can make the biggest difference right next to their patients.
New COVID booster coming soon: Who should get it and how much will it cost?
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
ADHD drug shortage continues to impact patients
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Hospital nurses, doctors ready to walk amid alarming burnout rates
America's nurses are stressed out and getting out. Data from one nonprofit shows 100,000 nurses left the workforce during the pandemic and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing shows by 2027, about a fifth of registered nurses will call it quits.
America's nurses are stressed out and getting out. Data from one nonprofit shows 100,000 nurses left the workforce during the pandemic and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing shows by 2027, about a fifth of registered nurses will call it quits.
Expanded Joliet clinic offers enhanced medical access
The state-of-the-art facility is set to provide an array of primary care services.
The state-of-the-art facility is set to provide an array of primary care services.
Expanded Joliet clinic offers enhanced medical access
The state-of-the-art facility is set to provide an array of primary care services.
The state-of-the-art facility is set to provide an array of primary care services.
Chicago doctor shares expert tips for pain management
Being active always helps make life a little happier. But for those living with chronic pain, sometimes the simplest tasks or just a walk down the street can be extremely unpleasant. September is national Pain Awareness Month, and Dr. Deepti Agarwal with Case Integrative Health joined Good Day Chicago with tips on managing pain.
Being active always helps make life a little happier. But for those living with chronic pain, sometimes the simplest tasks or just a walk down the street can be extremely unpleasant. September is national Pain Awareness Month, and Dr. Deepti Agarwal with Case Integrative Health joined Good Day Chicago with tips on managing pain.
Amazon expands fertility benefits for over a million employees globally
A recent study found that about 88 percent of workers would consider switching jobs for fertility benefits. Acknowledging the need for such assistance, Amazon has expanded its fertility benefits, including IVF treatments, to more than a million employees worldwide.
A recent study found that about 88 percent of workers would consider switching jobs for fertility benefits. Acknowledging the need for such assistance, Amazon has expanded its fertility benefits, including IVF treatments, to more than a million employees worldwide.
Lurie Children's Hospital launches mobile clinic to bring care into Chicago communities
Lurie Children's Hospital is rolling out a new clinic on wheels in Chicago.
Lurie Children's Hospital is rolling out a new clinic on wheels in Chicago.
Howard Brown Health reinstates some workers, offers back pay after layoffs prompt investigation
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
Lurie Children's Hospital launches mobile clinic to bring care into Chicago communities
Lurie Children's Hospital is rolling out a new clinic on wheels in Chicago.
Lurie Children's Hospital is rolling out a new clinic on wheels in Chicago.
Howard Brown Health reinstates some workers, offers back pay after layoffs prompt investigation
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.