New blood test unveiled to enhance detection of common cancers
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
HHS pushes back on registry for autism
Recently announced plans to collect data for a national autism study are now being met with backlash.
USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry: What to know
The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.
Illinois coaches, doctors urge awareness as girls face higher concussion risk in sports
A closer look at concussions in girls soccer—why rates are higher, and how Illinois teams are responding.
Girls face higher concussion risk in sports, how Illinois teams are responding
A closer look at concussions in girls soccer—why rates are higher, and how Illinois teams are responding.
Measles outbreak spreading quickly across U.S., parents growing concerned
Anxiety is growing among parents across the country as the measles outbreak intensifies. Texas remains the epicenter but it's now moving quickly into other areas.
Measles in Illinois: Health officials identify 7 locations linked to possible exposure
Health officials have identified seven locations in Illinois where people may have been exposed to measles earlier this month.
Chicago doctor weighs in on Illinois' first confirmed measles case
Illinois health officials on Wednesday confirmed the state's first measles case of 2025. Now, a Chicago doctor is sharing his thoughts on the situation.
Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
Illinois' first measles case of 2025 confirmed, health officials urge vaccination
First measles case of 2025 confirmed in Illinois. Here’s what health officials want you to know.
Cook County launches campaign to boost mental health awareness and access
Need mental health support? A new countywide push in Cook is making it easier to get help.
Cook County launches campaign to boost mental health awareness and access
Need mental health support? A new countywide push in Cook is making it easier to get help.
Chicago's air among the most polluted, study finds
A new report reveals that Chicago residents are breathing in some of the worst air in the nation.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
RFK Jr. to launch national autism registry collecting Americans’ medical records
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
Saving fertility during cancer: One woman’s journey and the procedure helping others
It's Fertility Awareness Month and doctors are raising awareness about a minimally invasive procedure to protect your ovaries.
FDA aims to eliminate petroleum-based synthetic dyes in food by end of 2026
The FDA currently allows 36 color additives, including eight synthetic dyes.
Chicago doctor talks about Infertility Awareness Week
It's National Infertility Awareness Week and a fertility physician came in to talk about the importance of the issue.
Promising new blood test for detecting Alzheimer's officially launches
A new blood test that detects the pathology of Alzheimer's disease has officially launched.
FDA warns of dangerous chemicals in some gel nail polish removers: What to know
The FDA has issued a warning after discovering methylene chloride, a banned and potentially cancer-causing solvent, in several gel nail polish remover products.