Union nurses say they have reached a deal at University of Illinois Hospital
Union nurses at the University of Illinois Hospital have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract, they announced Thursday.
Union nurses at the University of Illinois Hospital have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract, they announced Thursday.
Trump promises executive order requiring medical care for babies born alive after abortions
President Donald Trump says he'll be signing an executive order that would require health care providers to provide medical care to all babies born alive as he makes an election-year push to energize voters opposed to abortion.
President Donald Trump says he'll be signing an executive order that would require health care providers to provide medical care to all babies born alive as he makes an election-year push to energize voters opposed to abortion.
American Red Cross seeking help from volunteers
Celena Roldan, CEO of American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois, talks about the urgent need for volunteers.
Celena Roldan, CEO of American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois, talks about the urgent need for volunteers.
Unions rally at the Thompson Center, calling on Gov. Pritzker to help settle their contract with UIC hospital
FOX3 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX3 32's Joanie Lum reports...
UIC nurses strike gains manpower: 'We deserve a better life'
On Monday, more than a thousand people including clerical, technical and maintenance workers began striking in unison with UIC nurses.
On Monday, more than a thousand people including clerical, technical and maintenance workers began striking in unison with UIC nurses.
Midwives team up to increase birthing options on the South Side
Jeanine Logan talks about what she and other are doing to make sure South Side moms-to-be have the services they need while giving birth.
Jeanine Logan talks about what she and other are doing to make sure South Side moms-to-be have the services they need while giving birth.
University of Illinois sues to stop nurses from striking this weekend
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees are suing to try to stop nurses at the University of Illinois Hospital from striking this weekend.
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees are suing to try to stop nurses at the University of Illinois Hospital from striking this weekend.
Mental health clinic offering free therapy for Chicago-area first responders
Susan Resko, president of The Josslyn Center, talks about what they're doing to protect the well-being of hospital workers who have been overworked and drained during the pandemic.
Susan Resko, president of The Josslyn Center, talks about what they're doing to protect the well-being of hospital workers who have been overworked and drained during the pandemic.
New online AI aims to reduce the infant mortality rate, serve as a virtual patient advocate
Dr. Mark Loafman from Cook County Health talks about their online program, Gabby, intended to identify and solve health risks in young Black women.
Dr. Mark Loafman from Cook County Health talks about their online program, Gabby, intended to identify and solve health risks in young Black women.
AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine reaches major hurdle: final US testing
The potential vaccine was invented by the University of Oxford and an associated company, Vaccitech. Meanwhile, a U.S. advisory panel is suggesting a way to ration the first limited doses once a vaccine does prove safe and effective.
The potential vaccine was invented by the University of Oxford and an associated company, Vaccitech. Meanwhile, a U.S. advisory panel is suggesting a way to ration the first limited doses once a vaccine does prove safe and effective.
Chadwick Boseman's death highlights the importance of colon cancer screening
Dr. Vivek Chaudry, colon and rectal surgeon at Cook County Health, talks about the importance of being screened for colon cancer.
Dr. Vivek Chaudry, colon and rectal surgeon at Cook County Health, talks about the importance of being screened for colon cancer.
Chicago social worker discusses the impact of generational trauma
The recent civil unrest, the gang wars, the shootings and the pandemic has made 2020 one of the most difficult years in Chicago history. Rev. Carol Reese explains the impact of generational trauma.
The recent civil unrest, the gang wars, the shootings and the pandemic has made 2020 one of the most difficult years in Chicago history. Rev. Carol Reese explains the impact of generational trauma.
Actor's death shines new spotlight on colon cancer prevention
Actor Chadwick Boseman?s death is shining a new spotlight on colon cancer and the importance of regular testing. Dr. Shikha Jain talks about it.
Actor Chadwick Boseman?s death is shining a new spotlight on colon cancer and the importance of regular testing. Dr. Shikha Jain talks about it.
Nurses, protesters call for South Side clinics and hospitals to stay open
Nurses at Cook County’s Provident Hospital on Chicago’s South Side are warning of major cuts coming to the county’s healthcare system.
Nurses at Cook County’s Provident Hospital on Chicago’s South Side are warning of major cuts coming to the county’s healthcare system.
Illinois among 8 states not adhering to CDC's new coronavirus testing guidelines
Some states will continue coronavirus testing of asymptomatic individuals exposed to COVID-19, disregarding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) surprising reversal of guidance this week when the federal agency said asymptomatic persons exposed to the virus do not need to get tested.
Some states will continue coronavirus testing of asymptomatic individuals exposed to COVID-19, disregarding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) surprising reversal of guidance this week when the federal agency said asymptomatic persons exposed to the virus do not need to get tested.
CDC changes testing guidance to exclude asymptomatic people exposed to COVID-19
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about the perplexing COVID-19 guidelines put this week out by the CDC.
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about the perplexing COVID-19 guidelines put this week out by the CDC.
Flu shots especially important this season in lieu of COVID-19 outbreak
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin from Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, stresses the importance of getting a flu shot this year.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin from Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, stresses the importance of getting a flu shot this year.
Black babies see higher odds of survival with Black doctors’ care: study
In the U.S., Black newborns die at three times the rate of White newborns, study authors noted. When Blacks doctors care for newborns of underrepresented minorities, researchers' findings suggest the mortality penalty is halved.
In the U.S., Black newborns die at three times the rate of White newborns, study authors noted. When Blacks doctors care for newborns of underrepresented minorities, researchers' findings suggest the mortality penalty is halved.
U of I saliva test shows promise in fighting COVID-19
Dr. Shikha Jain talks about the significance of the FDA granting emergency use authorization for the University of Illinois' saliva test.
Dr. Shikha Jain talks about the significance of the FDA granting emergency use authorization for the University of Illinois' saliva test.
Chicago's $66M coronavirus hospital treats just 38 patients: Pastor says situation 'very unfortunate'
Large amounts of taxpayer funding being used for the coronavirus response as opposed to Chicago’s neglected neighborhoods is “unfortunate,” said pastor and community activist Corey Brooks.
Large amounts of taxpayer funding being used for the coronavirus response as opposed to Chicago’s neglected neighborhoods is “unfortunate,” said pastor and community activist Corey Brooks.