St. Baldrick's: Shaving heads to conquer cancer
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A special event is being held now at St. Baldrick's where participants decide to shave their heads to raise money for cancer research.

Wendy Williams' diagnosis brings aphasia disorder to limelight
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Clare Goodman from the Northwestern Medicine Aphasia Center explains what the condition is and how it can impact people.

'Go Red for Women' campaign spotlights progress in women's heart health

Many lessons have been learned about women's heart health in the last two decades. In a Special Report, FOX 32's Sylvia Perez takes a look at the one that tops the list.

Black Heritage: Preserving the legacy of Dr. Percy L. Julian
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He was only the third African American in the United States to hold a PhD in chemistry, and developed treatments for glaucoma, reproductive issues, and arthritis. Dr. Percy L. Julian was a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry.

Chicago doctor weighs in on Wendy Williams' diagnosis
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Former talk show host Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with a form of dementia. A local doctor joins us to discuss what her diagnosis means and what can cause it.

Device shows promise in treating tinnitus
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Have you ever heard a ringing or buzzing sound in your ears? If so, you may have tinnitus but a little device may help.

Long COVID is more prevalent in these states, CDC data shows

Long COVID is the all-encompassing term for a wide range of symptoms that can last weeks, months and even years after a COVID-19 infection.

How aromatherapy can help health conditions
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Aromatherapy can help with a variety of conditions. Spas and massage therapists often use essential oils to enhance customers' healing experience.

University of Chicago Medicine offers new FDA-approved melanoma therapy
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There's a new FDA-approved therapy to fight the leading cause of skin cancer?melanoma. It's called Amtagvi. And the University of Chicago Medicine is one of the first 30 institutions in the country to offer the treatment.

Joliet nurses file class-action suit against Ascension Health over claim of wage theft
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Nearly a hundred nurses at Ascension Saint Joseph want to get paid for overtime they say they've worked and have been denied. They filed a class-action lawsuit Tuesday in Will County.

University of Chicago Medical Center responds to nurses strike vote
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The University of Chicago Medical Center says they are committed to continuing negotiations in good faith. Nurses at the hospital are deciding whether to strike or not today.