Corey Parker, ‘Friday the 13th’ and ‘Will & Grace’ actor, dead at 60: TMZ
Corey Parker, a veteran actor known for roles in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" and the sitcom “Flying Blind," has died at 60, according to TMZ.
Corey Parker, a veteran actor known for roles in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" and the sitcom “Flying Blind," has died at 60, according to TMZ.
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.
New blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer, study suggests
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
Lung cancer deaths outpace other major cancers as cases rise in young adults
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
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.
Chicago dad 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.
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.
Christy Carlson Romano, former Disney star, reveals positive cancer screening results
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
Chicago teen whose father was detained by ICE dies from cancer
The Chicago teenager who fought for her father’s release from ICE custody last year, has died from a rare cancer, according to a family spokesperson.
The Chicago teenager who fought for her father’s release from ICE custody last year, has died from a rare cancer, according to a family spokesperson.
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.
Colorectal cancer: Symptoms and what causes it
Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.
Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.
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.
Brad Arnold, founding member and voice of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
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.
Rush Medical Center tests Apple Vision Pro to help detect colon cancer
Doctors in Chicago are testing immersive technology as part of a new clinical trial that could change how colon cancer is detected—and potentially expand to hospitals nationwide.
Doctors in Chicago are testing immersive technology as part of a new clinical trial that could change how colon cancer is detected—and potentially expand to hospitals nationwide.
Rush Medical Center tests Apple Vision Pro to help detect colon cancer
Doctors in Chicago are testing immersive technology as part of a new clinical trial that could change how colon cancer is detected—and potentially expand to hospitals nationwide.
Doctors in Chicago are testing immersive technology as part of a new clinical trial that could change how colon cancer is detected—and potentially expand to hospitals nationwide.
Spanish scientists cure pancreatic cancer in mice in medical breakthrough
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
Confused about child vaccines? What Illinois and the AAP recommend now
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new law allowing the Illinois Department of Public Health to create its own childhood vaccine guidelines following changes at the federal level. At the same time, the American Academy of Pediatrics released alternative recommendations. Dr. Marielle J. Fricchione of Rush University Medical Center joins us to explain what has changed.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new law allowing the Illinois Department of Public Health to create its own childhood vaccine guidelines following changes at the federal level. At the same time, the American Academy of Pediatrics released alternative recommendations. Dr. Marielle J. Fricchione of Rush University Medical Center joins us to explain what has changed.