Ohio couple welcomes baby boy from 30-year-old frozen embryo
An Ohio couple who struggled with infertility for years had a healthy baby boy last month using an embryo that had been frozen for more than 30 years.
Chicago's Weiss Memorial Hospital shuts down operations, faces uncertain future
Weiss Memorial Hospital on the North Side shut down on Friday as a result of recent financial hurdles and other concerns.
UnitedHealth to drop Medicare Advantage plans for 600K people
UnitedHealthcare says it’s dropping some of its Medicare Advantage plans that collectively cover 600,000 people.
Illinois joins suit against Trump administration orders limiting gender-affirming care
Illinois AG Kwame Raoul is joining a multi-state lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from limiting gender-affirming care.
Medicaid, Medicare may cover weight loss drugs under new pilot program: report
Blockbuster weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound have surged in popularity, but high prices have left them out of reach for many obese Americans.
Unlock happiness: 3 steps to add joy to your life instantly | ChicagoNOW
Feeling like you need more joy in your life? Allegra Cohen, Chief Joy Officer and founder of Brave Life, shares three steps to add joy to your life right now. After overcoming a near-death experience, bullying, and personal challenges, she has earned a PhD in healing and is on a mission to help others. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Pair of Illinois hospitals land on list of nation's best
Two Illinois hospitals rank among the best in the country.
Here are the states with the best and worst health care in 2025: Study
A new study has found which states offer the best health care in the United States, combining low costs with strong health outcomes.
Sleep training advice from a certified consultant| ChicagoNOW
Sleep specialist Natalie Hart joins us in-studio with expert advice on hot to help babies and parents get better rest at night. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
New UIC program inspires Chicago students to tackle public health challenges
Chicago teens are learning how to make communities healthier through a new summer public health program at UIC.
