Santa Clara mom and son both battle cancer
It's an emotional holiday season for a Santa Clara family. For years, Cherie Carter and her son, Carter Fulhors, have battled cancer together. But Cherie recently learned she may not have long to live.
It's an emotional holiday season for a Santa Clara family. For years, Cherie Carter and her son, Carter Fulhors, have battled cancer together. But Cherie recently learned she may not have long to live.
How to deal with grief during the holiday season
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
Doctor explains what 'brain rot' is and how to avoid it
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?
Best ways to deal with the 'Holiday Blues' according to an expert
The holidays aren't easy for everyone whether it's loss, loneliness or stress. The season can hit hard.
The holidays aren't easy for everyone whether it's loss, loneliness or stress. The season can hit hard.
Local law firm donates Christmas gifts to children battling rare diseases
The spirit of the holidays is also being felt at Rush University Medical Center, where volunteers delivered gifts to children battling rare diseases.
The spirit of the holidays is also being felt at Rush University Medical Center, where volunteers delivered gifts to children battling rare diseases.
Americans turn to social media to express outrage over health insurers after United Healthcare CEO assassination
Not long after the assassination of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, many Americans turned to social media, expressing their outrage toward health insurance companies.
Not long after the assassination of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, many Americans turned to social media, expressing their outrage toward health insurance companies.
Nearly half of US teens say they are online ‘almost constantly,’ survey finds
Despite the increasing evidence of the negative impacts constant social media consumption has on young people’s mental health, nearly half say they are online “almost constantly."
Despite the increasing evidence of the negative impacts constant social media consumption has on young people’s mental health, nearly half say they are online “almost constantly."
More than 100 former patients file major lawsuit against Universal Health Services for alleged abuse
A major lawsuit was filed on Thursday against Universal Health Services (UHS), alleging systemic abuse, including sexual assault, at its behavioral health facilities in Illinois.
A major lawsuit was filed on Thursday against Universal Health Services (UHS), alleging systemic abuse, including sexual assault, at its behavioral health facilities in Illinois.
New writing device developed for people with Parkinson's
Two Northwestern friends came up with a very helpful way to help Parkinson's patients and now that idea is on the market. Alexis Chan and Isabelle Mokotoff, the creators of SteadyScrib, joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to talk about it.
Two Northwestern friends came up with a very helpful way to help Parkinson's patients and now that idea is on the market. Alexis Chan and Isabelle Mokotoff, the creators of SteadyScrib, joined Good Day Chicago on Thursday to talk about it.
‘Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner says incurable cancer diagnosis led to Theresa Nist divorce
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
Doctor gives tips on keeping your skin healthy and hydrated this winter
Winters can be brutal for your skin. So what do you do to stay hydrated.
Winters can be brutal for your skin. So what do you do to stay hydrated.
Teen mental health the focus of new PSAs by Sound It Out campaign
New data shows about 55% of young people ages 10 to 24 are struggling with their mental health. The national Sound It Out campaign, created by the Ad Council, has released a new series of PSAs to remind caregivers of their important role in supporting young people's emotional well-being.
New data shows about 55% of young people ages 10 to 24 are struggling with their mental health. The national Sound It Out campaign, created by the Ad Council, has released a new series of PSAs to remind caregivers of their important role in supporting young people's emotional well-being.
Study finds hot cocoa can help reduce stress — but only under these conditions
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg says cancer has returned, spread
Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg provided an update on his battle against cancer Tuesday morning.
Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg provided an update on his battle against cancer Tuesday morning.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg reveals his cancer has returned, spread
Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg provided an update on his battle against cancer Tuesday morning.
Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg provided an update on his battle against cancer Tuesday morning.
New Rush hospital program offers lifeline to stressed-out caregivers
The holidays can be pretty hectic – especially when you're caring for a loved one. In a Fox 32 special report, Nate Rodgers takes a look at a new program that offers care for the caregiver.
The holidays can be pretty hectic – especially when you're caring for a loved one. In a Fox 32 special report, Nate Rodgers takes a look at a new program that offers care for the caregiver.
New Rush hospital program offers lifeline to stressed-out caregivers
The holidays can be pretty hectic ? especially when you're caring for a loved one. In a Fox 32 special report, Nate Rodgers takes a look at a new program that offers care for the caregiver.
The holidays can be pretty hectic ? especially when you're caring for a loved one. In a Fox 32 special report, Nate Rodgers takes a look at a new program that offers care for the caregiver.
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies at 34
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Nonprofit uses hiking, other physical activities to help those struggling with addiction
Getting outdoors, hiking, climbing and even gardening has been helping those with a substance use disorder stay away from drugs and alcohol. The Phoenix, a nonprofit, promotes an active lifestyle for individuals recovering from substance abuse.
Getting outdoors, hiking, climbing and even gardening has been helping those with a substance use disorder stay away from drugs and alcohol. The Phoenix, a nonprofit, promotes an active lifestyle for individuals recovering from substance abuse.