'Men, go get checked': Overcoming the stigma and fear of doctor's visits
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
Many men avoid discussing health issues and delay doctor visits due to ego and fear, but increased awareness and participation in clinical trials can improve outcomes and reduce health disparities, especially in conditions like prostate cancer.
Large gatherings in Chicago prompt fears of summer COVID surge
There has been a summer surge of COVID cases and there could be even more cases after some big events here in Chicago.
There has been a summer surge of COVID cases and there could be even more cases after some big events here in Chicago.
'Tour de Cure' set to raise funds for diabetes research in St. Charles
The Tour de Cure, an event organized by the American Diabetes Association to raise money for diabetes research and awareness, will take place next weekend in St. Charles.
The Tour de Cure, an event organized by the American Diabetes Association to raise money for diabetes research and awareness, will take place next weekend in St. Charles.
Lurie Children’s hosts ‘Luriepalooza’ for young patients during Lollapalooza weekend
As music fans flocked to Grant Park for Lollapalooza, young patients at Lurie Children’s Hospital were treated to their own festival-inspired event, “Luriepalooza."
As music fans flocked to Grant Park for Lollapalooza, young patients at Lurie Children’s Hospital were treated to their own festival-inspired event, “Luriepalooza."
Tour De Cure raises funds for diabetes research
The Tour De Cure returns to St. Charles next weekend. The American Diabetes Assocation organizes the races to raise money for diabetes research.
The Tour De Cure returns to St. Charles next weekend. The American Diabetes Assocation organizes the races to raise money for diabetes research.
Boar's Head recall: Woman files class action lawsuit against deli company
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
Swim Across America sets out to raise $300K for cancer research
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
Nearly 300 swimmers will hop into Lake Michigan this morning to raise money for cancer research. Swim Across America has been hosting this fundraiser in Chicago for 30 years. The organization hopes to raise $300,000 from this year's event.
DuPage County reports first human case of West Nile virus
Health officials have reported the first human case of West Nile virus in DuPage County this year.
Health officials have reported the first human case of West Nile virus in DuPage County this year.
Here's how much exercise you need to offset the effects of sitting too much
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Local doctor weighs in on health risks during Lollapalooza
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Lead found in nearly half of dark chocolate, other cocoa products, study finds
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
Celebrity golf outing helps raise money for medical research
Benjy Pogofsky, event chair with GI Research Foundation, spoke with Fox 32's Tia Ewing and Terrence Lee about this year's All Star Challenge on the Greens. The event helps to raise money for gastrointestinal research.
Benjy Pogofsky, event chair with GI Research Foundation, spoke with Fox 32's Tia Ewing and Terrence Lee about this year's All Star Challenge on the Greens. The event helps to raise money for gastrointestinal research.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
Chicago Bears celebrate young fan's victory over cancer
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
What is 'Teflon flu'? Illnesses linked to nonstick pans on the rise
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
How to get electrolytes naturally to stay hydrated
A staggering 75% of the U.S. population is chronically dehydrated. Common solutions for electrolyte replenishment are normally Gatorade, Liquid IV, and Pedialyte. Certified Holistic Nutritionist Jamie Maitland says there are plenty of ways to get those electrolytes naturally from everyday fruits and veggies.
A staggering 75% of the U.S. population is chronically dehydrated. Common solutions for electrolyte replenishment are normally Gatorade, Liquid IV, and Pedialyte. Certified Holistic Nutritionist Jamie Maitland says there are plenty of ways to get those electrolytes naturally from everyday fruits and veggies.
Tick bite blamed for Kansas man's near-fatal allergic reaction eating BBQ sandwich
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
Young patients honored for bravery at Lurie Children's Hospital
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
Suburban mom, daughter develop idea for achievement medals for cancer patients
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.