How much protein do you actually need? Experts weigh in
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
Meta’s teen mental health battle heads back to court as experts question social media’s impact
A new legal fight over Meta’s responsibility for teen mental health could reshape internet protections as psychologists and lawmakers debate whether social media platforms are tools for connection or dangerous products.
A new legal fight over Meta’s responsibility for teen mental health could reshape internet protections as psychologists and lawmakers debate whether social media platforms are tools for connection or dangerous products.
Chicago officer’s funeral shines light on first responder mental health struggles
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
As family and fellow officers prepare to honor fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, a former CPD officer turned wellness advocate discusses the lasting mental health toll of repeated trauma on first responders and the resources available to help them and their families.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Chicago Pulls for Hope highlights connection between fitness, mental health
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
Black Maternal Health Week spotlight: Connecting moms to care and community
Dr. Maya Dominque shares how Prenatal Well is supporting mothers and what to expect at their upcoming women’s wellness fair.
Dr. Maya Dominque shares how Prenatal Well is supporting mothers and what to expect at their upcoming women’s wellness fair.
Blue Door Neighborhood Center hosts community baby shower focused on postpartum support
A relationship expert shares what to expect at this weekend’s community baby shower and discusses why postpartum care, mental health, and support systems are critical for new mothers.
A relationship expert shares what to expect at this weekend’s community baby shower and discusses why postpartum care, mental health, and support systems are critical for new mothers.
Expert explains how to spot and prevent pain med addiction
Dr. Kevin Masterson from Endeavor Health explains how addiction develops, what to consider with pain medications, and how lifestyle psychiatry can support long-term recovery.
Dr. Kevin Masterson from Endeavor Health explains how addiction develops, what to consider with pain medications, and how lifestyle psychiatry can support long-term recovery.
Former Wisconsin football player, who left the sport amid mental health struggles, dead at 24
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
World Bipolar Day: New documentary aims to change understanding of bipolar disorder
Dr. Crystal Clark discusses bipolar disorder, common misconceptions, evolving treatments, and how the documentary Brainstorm is working to break stigma and reshape perceptions.
Dr. Crystal Clark discusses bipolar disorder, common misconceptions, evolving treatments, and how the documentary Brainstorm is working to break stigma and reshape perceptions.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Mark Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
New study examines social media’s impact on children’s mental health | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
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.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
Lawsuit claims social media addiction harms teens, expert weighs in
A major California trial puts Meta and Google in the spotlight as a lawsuit alleges social media platforms were intentionally designed to addict young users, with executives including Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify.
A major California trial puts Meta and Google in the spotlight as a lawsuit alleges social media platforms were intentionally designed to addict young users, with executives including Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify.