Learning the risks of breast cancer
Health experts say you have to look at four factors when determining your risk of getting breast cancer. Family history, type of breast tissue, hormone exposure and obesity are all contributing factors to developing breast cancer.
Health experts say you have to look at four factors when determining your risk of getting breast cancer. Family history, type of breast tissue, hormone exposure and obesity are all contributing factors to developing breast cancer.
Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation hosting fall benefit this Thursday
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation will come together for a night of collaboration in the name of raising funding for innovative breast cancer research.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation will come together for a night of collaboration in the name of raising funding for innovative breast cancer research.
Chicago high school security officer beats cancer, set to compete in marathon
Tens of thousands of athletes will run in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, each one with a special reason for why they're pushing themselves to finish.
Tens of thousands of athletes will run in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, each one with a special reason for why they're pushing themselves to finish.
Childhood cancer survivor running Chicago Marathon
Tens of thousands of athletes will run in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, each one with a special reason for why they're pushing themselves to finish.
Tens of thousands of athletes will run in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, each one with a special reason for why they're pushing themselves to finish.
Understanding the warning signs of Brest Cancer
The Black community is hardest hit when it comes to breast cancer. Early detection helps increase chances of survival. Demetrius Barbee will be hosting an Brest Cancer Awareness event Saturday with freeze mamograms.
The Black community is hardest hit when it comes to breast cancer. Early detection helps increase chances of survival. Demetrius Barbee will be hosting an Brest Cancer Awareness event Saturday with freeze mamograms.
Lemons of Love sends personalized care packages to cancer patients
Nonprofit Lemons of Love helps people going through their toughest moments battling cancer know that they're not alone. Founder Jill Swanson thought of the idea of personalized care packages when she was fighting cancer.
Nonprofit Lemons of Love helps people going through their toughest moments battling cancer know that they're not alone. Founder Jill Swanson thought of the idea of personalized care packages when she was fighting cancer.
Breast cancer drug could have potentially serious side effect, new research reveals
Elevated blood sugar levels were found in some patients, but doctors say the condition can usually be managed.
Elevated blood sugar levels were found in some patients, but doctors say the condition can usually be managed.
Culver's Chicagoland locations join forces to support pediatric cancer fight
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
Culver's Chicagoland locations join forces to support pediatric cancer fight
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
This Wednesday picking up a Culver's Butter Burger or cup of custard will help in the fight against pediatric cancer.
13-year-old cancer survivor gifted all-expenses-paid trip to see Bears play Chiefs
The Chicago Bears are giving a special 13-year-old fan the trip of a lifetime this weekend after she won her battle against cancer
The Chicago Bears are giving a special 13-year-old fan the trip of a lifetime this weekend after she won her battle against cancer
Walk for the Bear returns next month to continue the fight against pediatric cancer
The 10th annual costume Walk for the Bear benefitting the Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is just one month away.
The 10th annual costume Walk for the Bear benefitting the Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is just one month away.
Women excluded in clinical trials leaves treatment geared toward men
Historically, women have been underrepresented in clinical trials. Women make up over half of the population, but they only make up 30 percent of clinical trial patients. This can result in women being overmedicated because drug dosage trials are done on men. It can also lead to a lack of treatment for health issues predominantly found in women.
Historically, women have been underrepresented in clinical trials. Women make up over half of the population, but they only make up 30 percent of clinical trial patients. This can result in women being overmedicated because drug dosage trials are done on men. It can also lead to a lack of treatment for health issues predominantly found in women.
University of Chicago to break ground on $815M cancer research center
The University of Chicago is set to break ground this week on the city's first freestanding facility for cancer care and research.
The University of Chicago is set to break ground this week on the city's first freestanding facility for cancer care and research.
University of Chicago to break ground on $815M cancer research center
The University of Chicago is set to break ground this week on the city's first freestanding facility for cancer care and research.
The University of Chicago is set to break ground this week on the city's first freestanding facility for cancer care and research.
Dr. Mike: Air pollution linked to breast cancer risk, FDA to decide on EpiPen alternative
New research links living around high levels of air pollution to an increased risk of breast cancer. Also the FDA is expected to release its decision on a nasal spray that works as an alternative to the EpiPen.
New research links living around high levels of air pollution to an increased risk of breast cancer. Also the FDA is expected to release its decision on a nasal spray that works as an alternative to the EpiPen.
Chicago doctor discusses summit celebrating women in medicine
Chicago is home to a summit that celebrates women in medicine.
Chicago is home to a summit that celebrates women in medicine.
Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks to host fan tailgate for Lymphoma Awareness Day
White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks will be joined by DJ Pauly D for a pregame fan tailgate in honor of Lymphoma Awareness Day.
White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks will be joined by DJ Pauly D for a pregame fan tailgate in honor of Lymphoma Awareness Day.
White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks to host Lymphoma Awareness tailgate
September is Lymphoma Awareness Month and this weekend Liam Hendricks and his wife are hosting a fundraising tailgate to benefit "Be The Match." The event will be ay the White Sox v. Twins game at Guaranteed Rate Field.
September is Lymphoma Awareness Month and this weekend Liam Hendricks and his wife are hosting a fundraising tailgate to benefit "Be The Match." The event will be ay the White Sox v. Twins game at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Lurie Children's Hospital receives $350K boost for pediatric cancer research
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
Lurie Children's Hospital receives $350K boost for pediatric cancer research
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.