Popular Chicago-area pumpkin farm investigated over potential E. coli exposure
Health officials are investigating five E. coli cases potentially linked to Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, where the petting zoo remains closed as authorities search for the source.
Health officials are investigating five E. coli cases potentially linked to Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, where the petting zoo remains closed as authorities search for the source.
Popular sleep aids before surgery may lower risk of long-term opioid use, study finds
A new study suggests that taking melatonin or Ambien before surgery may help reduce anxiety, postsurgical pain and opioid use during the immediate recovery period.
A new study suggests that taking melatonin or Ambien before surgery may help reduce anxiety, postsurgical pain and opioid use during the immediate recovery period.
Hidden HSA benefits: Everyday expenses you may be able to pay for tax-free
Health savings accounts can do more than cover doctor visits and prescriptions — an expert explains how HSA funds can pay for eligible expenses like menstrual products, sunscreen, medical travel and long-term care, while potentially growing tax-free for future needs.
Health savings accounts can do more than cover doctor visits and prescriptions — an expert explains how HSA funds can pay for eligible expenses like menstrual products, sunscreen, medical travel and long-term care, while potentially growing tax-free for future needs.
Pro-football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk reveals Parkinson's diagnosis
Pro-football Hall of Famer and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has opened up about his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, a condition he has been managing for approximately a year-and-a-half.
Pro-football Hall of Famer and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has opened up about his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, a condition he has been managing for approximately a year-and-a-half.
New study reveals why dangerous fungus is so difficult to treat
Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.
Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.
Dementia risk may be linked to seemingly harmless daily habit, new research suggests
A study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that older adults who napped frequently or unintentionally had a higher risk of developing dementia over the following decade.
A study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that older adults who napped frequently or unintentionally had a higher risk of developing dementia over the following decade.
If you used Quest Diagnostics, your data may have been compromised: Here’s what happened
Quest Diagnostics, a medical laboratory testing company. has confirmed an unauthorized access that may have exposed certain patient records, Reuters reported.
Quest Diagnostics, a medical laboratory testing company. has confirmed an unauthorized access that may have exposed certain patient records, Reuters reported.
Childhood cancer risk may be higher after some fertility treatments, study finds
A large study found that some fertility treatments may be linked to a modestly higher risk of childhood cancer.
A large study found that some fertility treatments may be linked to a modestly higher risk of childhood cancer.
DuPage County confirms first measles case of 2026
The DuPage County Health Department says the vaccinated person recently returned from international travel and may have exposed others at O’Hare International Airport.
The DuPage County Health Department says the vaccinated person recently returned from international travel and may have exposed others at O’Hare International Airport.
Common disorder linked to 70% higher death rate, but medication may offer protection
People diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face a roughly 71% higher overall risk of early death compared to those without the condition, according to a new review published in JAMA Network Open.
People diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face a roughly 71% higher overall risk of early death compared to those without the condition, according to a new review published in JAMA Network Open.
Pope Leo’s lung cancer had not spread, doctors confirm no further treatment needed
Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.
Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.
FDA announces recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste
The Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary nationwide recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste.
The Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary nationwide recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste.
DuPage County confirms first measles case of 2026
DuPage County confirmed its first measles case of 2026 in a vaccinated resident, with health officials warning of possible exposure at O’Hare.
DuPage County confirmed its first measles case of 2026 in a vaccinated resident, with health officials warning of possible exposure at O’Hare.
FDA recalls GLP-1 drug, other injectable medication over sterility concerns
Apothecary Pharma is recalling 23 vials of compounded injectable drugs distributed nationwide because their sterility cannot be assured, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Apothecary Pharma is recalling 23 vials of compounded injectable drugs distributed nationwide because their sterility cannot be assured, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
How AI is changing breast cancer detection, screening
Dr. Georgia Spear of Northwestern Medicine explains how AI can help detect breast cancer earlier, assess recurrence risk, guide screening for dense breasts and family history, and compare ultrasound with MRI.
Dr. Georgia Spear of Northwestern Medicine explains how AI can help detect breast cancer earlier, assess recurrence risk, guide screening for dense breasts and family history, and compare ultrasound with MRI.
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s chief research and medical affairs officer joins us to discuss Christina Applegate’s misdiagnosis and the importance of continued MS research.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s chief research and medical affairs officer joins us to discuss Christina Applegate’s misdiagnosis and the importance of continued MS research.
Doctors urge flu shots, as new strain raises concerns for younger people
Doctors are urging young people to get a flu shot, warning that an early rise in a new influenza strain poses an elevated risk for younger groups, including infants as young as 6 months.
Doctors are urging young people to get a flu shot, warning that an early rise in a new influenza strain poses an elevated risk for younger groups, including infants as young as 6 months.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed: 'Congratulations, you don’t have MS'
Actress Christina Applegate on Tuesday revealed in her podcast "MeSsy," that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Actress Christina Applegate on Tuesday revealed in her podcast "MeSsy," that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
City inspection finds 200 cockroaches, black slime at Chicago hospital
A city inspection found hundreds of live cockroaches and black slime at a Chicago hospital food facility.
A city inspection found hundreds of live cockroaches and black slime at a Chicago hospital food facility.