UChicago Medicine adds 24/7 doulas to labor and delivery care | ChicagoNOW
A new partnership is bringing around-the-clock doula support to eligible patients in Chicago
A new partnership is bringing around-the-clock doula support to eligible patients in Chicago
New drug significantly extends survival in advanced pancreatic cancer trial
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
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.
Medicaid changes could impact hundreds of thousands in Illinois
Cook County Health CEO Dr. Erik Mikaitis explains upcoming Medicaid changes, who’s most at risk of losing coverage and what steps residents should take now to stay insured.
Cook County Health CEO Dr. Erik Mikaitis explains upcoming Medicaid changes, who’s most at risk of losing coverage and what steps residents should take now to stay insured.
A father saved by his kids shares how CPR changed everything
Tom Gould recounts the night his children saved his life with CPR and why he’s now advocating for lifesaving education with the American Heart Association.
Tom Gould recounts the night his children saved his life with CPR and why he’s now advocating for lifesaving education with the American Heart Association.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
What is Hib? Doctors sound alarm on deadly bacterial disease
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
How to actually get thicker, healthier hair, according to a dermatologist | ChicagoNOW
You may have seen the 'no-wash' or 'low-wash' movement for your hair on social media. Influencers are claiming you’ll get thicker, healthier hair – but actual medical experts say the opposite. Dr. Mary Dick, a dermatologist at Rush University System for Health, breaks down the facts vs fiction.
You may have seen the 'no-wash' or 'low-wash' movement for your hair on social media. Influencers are claiming you’ll get thicker, healthier hair – but actual medical experts say the opposite. Dr. Mary Dick, a dermatologist at Rush University System for Health, breaks down the facts vs fiction.
Neurologist explains motor neuron disease after Game of Thrones actor’s death at 35
University of Chicago Medicine neurologist Praveen Attele answers key questions about ALS and related conditions, including symptoms, causes, treatment options and ongoing hope for a cure.
University of Chicago Medicine neurologist Praveen Attele answers key questions about ALS and related conditions, including symptoms, causes, treatment options and ongoing hope for a cure.
Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
Unexplained shoulder pain may signal more serious conditions | ChicagoLIVE
Experts say unexplained pain, especially on the right side, may be linked to issues beyond common injuries.
Experts say unexplained pain, especially on the right side, may be linked to issues beyond common injuries.
HIV infections rise sharply in Chicago, experts point to troubling trends
Dr. Aniruddha Hazra from UChicago Medicine explains the spike in HIV cases, who is most affected, and how testing, treatment and funding cuts could shape the response.
Dr. Aniruddha Hazra from UChicago Medicine explains the spike in HIV cases, who is most affected, and how testing, treatment and funding cuts could shape the response.
High-protein diet may help fight cholera, study finds
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
Cook County jury awards $51 million in missed glucose test case
A routine hospital visit for a severe headache turned into a life-changing outcome for a 47-year-old man after what attorneys say was a missed diagnosis.
A routine hospital visit for a severe headache turned into a life-changing outcome for a 47-year-old man after what attorneys say was a missed diagnosis.
Cook County jury awards $51 million in missed glucose test case
A routine hospital visit for a severe headache turned into a life-changing outcome for a 47-year-old man after what attorneys say was a missed diagnosis.
A routine hospital visit for a severe headache turned into a life-changing outcome for a 47-year-old man after what attorneys say was a missed diagnosis.
Toad venom for depression? Experimental treatment shows promising results | ChicagoNOW
A Rush doctor explains how a toad venom-based compound could change how severe depression is treated.
A Rush doctor explains how a toad venom-based compound could change how severe depression is treated.
Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
Bears legend Steve 'Mongo' McMichael had CTE, researchers say
Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the Concussion & CTE Foundation said.
Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the Concussion & CTE Foundation said.
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.
Bears legend Steve 'Mongo' McMichael had CTE, researchers say
Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the Concussion & CTE Foundation said.
Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the Concussion & CTE Foundation said.