New study finds CTE in at least 1 in 4 former NFL players
A Harvard researcher discusses a sobering new study estimating that at least 25% of former NFL players who died during the study period had CTE, why repeated head impacts increase the risk and what researchers hope to learn about treatment and prevention.
A Harvard researcher discusses a sobering new study estimating that at least 25% of former NFL players who died during the study period had CTE, why repeated head impacts increase the risk and what researchers hope to learn about treatment and prevention.
Pennsylvania confirms first measles-related deaths in 35 years
Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Measles case confirmed in Kane County
A confirmed case of measles was identified in Kane County. The health department is providing updates on things you can do to prevent measles.
A confirmed case of measles was identified in Kane County. The health department is providing updates on things you can do to prevent measles.
Popular erectile dysfunction drug linked to eye disease that can cause irreversible vision loss
Men taking the erectile dysfunction and enlarged prostate drug were 33% more likely to develop primary open-angle glaucoma, according to a recent study.
Men taking the erectile dysfunction and enlarged prostate drug were 33% more likely to develop primary open-angle glaucoma, according to a recent study.
Inside Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team
Go onboard with Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team to see the unique challenges nurses face while caring for young patients in the air. FOX Chicago is teaming up with the hospital to help raise $10,000 for its Chicago Marathon team, supporting programs like this one.
Go onboard with Lurie Children’s helicopter transport team to see the unique challenges nurses face while caring for young patients in the air. FOX Chicago is teaming up with the hospital to help raise $10,000 for its Chicago Marathon team, supporting programs like this one.
Is your smartphone making your kid dumber? What a new study found
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
Louisiana girl dies after contracting suspected brain-eating amoeba
An 8-year-old Louisiana girl died over the weekend from an infection linked to a brain-eating amoeba that health officials believe was contracted from swimming in a lake.
An 8-year-old Louisiana girl died over the weekend from an infection linked to a brain-eating amoeba that health officials believe was contracted from swimming in a lake.
‘Poop pills’ may point to new peanut allergy treatment, study finds
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital hope new research involving fecal transplants will help them find a permanent treatment for potentially deadly food allergies.
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital hope new research involving fecal transplants will help them find a permanent treatment for potentially deadly food allergies.
Alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli, Salmonella outbreaks recalled after CDC warning
A recall has been issued for alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks that are blamed for at least 55 illnesses in 15 states.
A recall has been issued for alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks that are blamed for at least 55 illnesses in 15 states.
Green-enriched light provides new hope for migraine sufferers and everyday benefits
New research may offer a bit of hope for those whose lives are disrupted by migraine headaches, and the solution may already be in doctors’ offices. Not only that, the benefits may extend to everyone in their daily lives.
New research may offer a bit of hope for those whose lives are disrupted by migraine headaches, and the solution may already be in doctors’ offices. Not only that, the benefits may extend to everyone in their daily lives.
CDC links multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak to alfalfa sprouts
A multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened 55 people, prompting a warning from health officials.
A multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened 55 people, prompting a warning from health officials.
What to know about ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria in the Gulf
Health officials warn of a potentially deadly bacteria lurking in warm coastal waters. Here’s the symptoms and who’s most at risk.
Health officials warn of a potentially deadly bacteria lurking in warm coastal waters. Here’s the symptoms and who’s most at risk.
Tax relief after storms, Chicago out for DNC | The Chicago Report
Illinois is offering tax relief after the recent severe storms. And, Chicago is now out of the running for hosting the next DNC. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Illinois is offering tax relief after the recent severe storms. And, Chicago is now out of the running for hosting the next DNC. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Salmonella outbreak grows to 431 cases across multiple states, CDC says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers has sickened 431 people across 32 states.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers has sickened 431 people across 32 states.
Austin Hope Center opens on Chicago’s West Side
The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families.
The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families.
Cancer risk may be higher for people with one particular type of job
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
People who fly for a living could face a higher risk of certain types of cancers, a new Harvard study suggests.
mRNA cancer vaccine shows promise in melanoma trial
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck is showing promising results in a late-stage melanoma trial, reducing the risk of the cancer returning or spreading when combined with Keytruda.
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck is showing promising results in a late-stage melanoma trial, reducing the risk of the cancer returning or spreading when combined with Keytruda.
Moderna cancer vaccine cuts melanoma risk in breakthrough trial, shares surge 160%
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
Moderna and Merck reported promising late-stage trial results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, which lowered the risk of melanoma.
CDC reporting nearly 16,000 total cyclosporiasis cases
Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands and sent hundreds of people to the hospital.
Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands and sent hundreds of people to the hospital.
Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of stomach cancer, major study finds
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.