Lake County using mental health counselors on calls
In Lake County, when law enforcement officials show up, they are making assessments on whether residents would benefit from mental health professionals.
In Lake County, when law enforcement officials show up, they are making assessments on whether residents would benefit from mental health professionals.
Americans forced to choose between health care and everyday expenses, survey finds
More Americans are having to make the tough choices on paying for health care or their everyday expenses. The new survey done by The Commonwealth Fund found nearly one in three people owe money to a hospital, doctor, or health care provider.
More Americans are having to make the tough choices on paying for health care or their everyday expenses. The new survey done by The Commonwealth Fund found nearly one in three people owe money to a hospital, doctor, or health care provider.
How your true crime fascination could be impacting your health
True crime is one of the most popular genres in streaming today but is it possible to have too much of a good thing?
True crime is one of the most popular genres in streaming today but is it possible to have too much of a good thing?
Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk aims to prevent suicide and bring hope
People from all across the Chicago area came together on Saturday for the annual Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk, an event focused on preventing suicide and offering hope to those affected by it.
People from all across the Chicago area came together on Saturday for the annual Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk, an event focused on preventing suicide and offering hope to those affected by it.
Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk aims to prevent suicide
People from all across the Chicago area came together on Saturday for the annual Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk, an event focused on preventing suicide and offering hope to those affected by it.
People from all across the Chicago area came together on Saturday for the annual Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk, an event focused on preventing suicide and offering hope to those affected by it.
Weight loss drugs may be tied to digestive issues
FOX Medical Contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest headlines making the rounds in the medical community.
FOX Medical Contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest headlines making the rounds in the medical community.
Learning warning signs can help prevent suicide
Though there is no single cause of suicide, prevention advocates say knowing the warning signs can help. Some common warning signs could be expressing feelings of hopelessness, having no reason to live, feeling like a burden, or giving away prized possessions.
Though there is no single cause of suicide, prevention advocates say knowing the warning signs can help. Some common warning signs could be expressing feelings of hopelessness, having no reason to live, feeling like a burden, or giving away prized possessions.
Cook County proclaims 'Social Media Safety Day' to advocate for child online protection
Today will be known as "Social Media Safety Day" for years to come in Cook County. The proclamation highlights the need to protect children online.
Today will be known as "Social Media Safety Day" for years to come in Cook County. The proclamation highlights the need to protect children online.
Federal help coming to Illinois to combat mental illness
Federal help is coming to the state of Illinois to combat mental illnesses.
Federal help is coming to the state of Illinois to combat mental illnesses.
Federal help coming to Illinois to combat mental illness
There is now $130 million in grant money available across the U.S. for community-based mental health and substance abuse.
There is now $130 million in grant money available across the U.S. for community-based mental health and substance abuse.
Legendary Bears QB Jim McMahon's cannabis brand launches in Illinois
Legendary Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon is breaking into the Illinois weed market.
Legendary Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon is breaking into the Illinois weed market.
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.
Former Bears QB Jim McMahon launching marijuana line in Addison
Former Bears quarterback Jim McMahon is getting ready to launch his marijuana line right here in Chicago.
Former Bears quarterback Jim McMahon is getting ready to launch his marijuana line right here in Chicago.
Guardian Caps show promise in tackling concussion concerns in football
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
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.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
ADHD drug shortage continues to impact patients
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Illinois expands access to mental health services for agricultural communities
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Gary to launch mobile mental health pilot program
The city of Gary, Indiana wants to limit residents negative interactions with police, and are now set to unveil a new pilot program. Rev. Dr. Rameen Jackson of the Interfaith Action Network, which is behind the pilot, talks more about a new mobile mental health unit that's in the works.
The city of Gary, Indiana wants to limit residents negative interactions with police, and are now set to unveil a new pilot program. Rev. Dr. Rameen Jackson of the Interfaith Action Network, which is behind the pilot, talks more about a new mobile mental health unit that's in the works.
Illinois expands access to mental health services for agricultural communities
Illinois is expanding access to mental health services.
Illinois is expanding access to mental health services.