What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists

By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.

Chicago author's debut gets Hollywood's attention

A newly-released memoir about hearing loss and the healing power of music has caught the attention of Hollywood.

Chicago author's debut gets Hollywood's attention
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A newly-released memoir about hearing loss and the healing power of music has caught the attention of Hollywood.

Study finds smoking can cause the brain to shrink
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If you still need a reason to give up smoking, a recent study is pretty eye-opening. Researchers found that smoking can actually shrink your brain -- much like the way Alzheimer's disease damages the brain.

Oak Lawn couple's unique kidney donation story celebrated

A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.

Oak Lawn couple's unique kidney donation story celebrated
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A heartwarming celebration of love and life unfolded in Oak Lawn on Thursday as a local couple shared their extraordinary tale of kidney donation.

Health watch: Using socks to clear congestion
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Many of us deal with congestion during these winter months and doctors say there is a simple solution to help clear it.

Minimally invasive surgery, medications revolutionizing weight loss

Are one of the new weight loss drugs right for you? Or is it something else? In a FOX 32 special report, Sylvia Perez weighs some of your options.

Minimally invasive surgery, medications revolutionizing weight loss
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Are one of the new weight loss drugs right for you? Or is it something else? In a FOX 32 special report, Sylvia Perez weighs some of your options.

Illinois considers setting limits on high medication prices

Illinois may become part of a growing coalition of states moving towards determining their own prescription drug prices.

Illinois considers setting limits on high medication prices
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Illinois may become part of a growing coalition of states moving towards determining their own prescription drug prices.

Preventing weight gain after quitting weight loss drugs
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Researchers say most people who start on a weight loss drug like Ozempic or Wegovy quit within a year. The Fox Medical Team spoke with an obesity specialist about how to keep the weight off after getting off the drugs.

Illinois lawmakers called on to pass drug affordability act
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Advocates called on lawmakers in the Illinois capital to pass the Prescription Drug Affordability Act. The legislation would protect consumers as prices skyrocket.

Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule

U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.

Healthcare plan deductibles reset this January
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We're almost halfway through the first month of the year and that means health plans have reset deductibles. So when you go to a doctor, you may face significant out-of-pocket costs especially as rates rise

These are the warning signs of frostbite
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Frostbite ? it?s a term that all Midwesterners are familiar with. But are you aware of just how dangerous it can be? As the days get shorter and temperatures get colder, it?s important to know the risks and what to look for.