Chicago mother says she gave birth on highway after hospital sent her home
A Chicago mother says she was forced to give birth on the side of a highway after being told to leave an Indiana hospital, a situation she and her husband call both traumatic and discriminatory.
A Chicago mother says she was forced to give birth on the side of a highway after being told to leave an Indiana hospital, a situation she and her husband call both traumatic and discriminatory.
New Austin HOPE Center to offer children’s specialty care on Chicago's West Side by next summer
By this time next year, families on the West Side will have access to specialty healthcare for their children — without needing to travel downtown.
By this time next year, families on the West Side will have access to specialty healthcare for their children — without needing to travel downtown.
Chicago mother says she gave birth on highway after hospital sent her home
A Chicago mom says she was forced to give birth on the side of a highway after being told to leave an Indiana hospital.
A Chicago mom says she was forced to give birth on the side of a highway after being told to leave an Indiana hospital.
Tylenol lawsuit could be revived after White House's baseless claims of autism link
Families are seeking to revive their lawsuit against the maker of Tylenol after the White House's waring of a link with autism, even though there is no evidence to such a claim.
Families are seeking to revive their lawsuit against the maker of Tylenol after the White House's waring of a link with autism, even though there is no evidence to such a claim.
Chicago mom says she gave birth on the road after hospital forced her out
A terrifying situation for a local mother. She says she was forced to give birth on the road after she was forced out of the hospital.
A terrifying situation for a local mother. She says she was forced to give birth on the road after she was forced out of the hospital.
Second Opinion with the Twin Doctors: Stomach Health
On this week's episode of the Twin Doctors, we discuss gastrointestinal health and healthy eating.
On this week's episode of the Twin Doctors, we discuss gastrointestinal health and healthy eating.
New children's health center moves closer to opening on Chicago's West Side
A new health center for children on Chicago’s West Side is one step closer to opening.
A new health center for children on Chicago’s West Side is one step closer to opening.
Price cuts announced for popular weight loss drugs
With Wegovy and Ozempic receiving significant price reductions, Dr. Sue Ojageer joins us to discuss their uses, benefits, and what patients should consider. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
With Wegovy and Ozempic receiving significant price reductions, Dr. Sue Ojageer joins us to discuss their uses, benefits, and what patients should consider. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
VIDEO: Chicago boy battling cancer reacts to Bears' last-second win against Vikings
An 11-year-old Chicago boy undergoing cancer treatment received a weekend he’ll never forget after the Chicago Bears and Advocate Children’s Hospital surprised him with an all-expenses-paid trip to see his favorite team play in Minneapolis.
An 11-year-old Chicago boy undergoing cancer treatment received a weekend he’ll never forget after the Chicago Bears and Advocate Children’s Hospital surprised him with an all-expenses-paid trip to see his favorite team play in Minneapolis.
11-year-old cancer patient reacts to Bears' last-second win in Minnesota
An 11-year-old Chicago boy undergoing cancer treatment received a weekend he’ll never forget after the Chicago Bears and Advocate Children’s Hospital surprised him with an all-expenses-paid trip to see his favorite team play in Minneapolis.
An 11-year-old Chicago boy undergoing cancer treatment received a weekend he’ll never forget after the Chicago Bears and Advocate Children’s Hospital surprised him with an all-expenses-paid trip to see his favorite team play in Minneapolis.
Here's how much Illinois smokers spend on cigarettes a year, according to study
Are you a smoker in Illinois? A recent study shows how much you spend on cigarettes in a year.
Are you a smoker in Illinois? A recent study shows how much you spend on cigarettes in a year.
Families filing lawsuits due to botulism in ByHeart baby formula
Botulism is a rare but life-threatening illness, especially for babies. And while no deaths have been reported, a growing number of cases have been reported in at least 12 states, including here in Illinois.
Botulism is a rare but life-threatening illness, especially for babies. And while no deaths have been reported, a growing number of cases have been reported in at least 12 states, including here in Illinois.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Illinois state senator blasts Pritzker’s immigration and healthcare policies | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.
Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.
Mark Wahlberg shares health update after daughter Grace’s ‘very, very scary’ horse-riding accident
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
What the end of the government shutdown means for Obamacare subsidies
With the government shutdown now over, millions of Americans enrolled in Affordable Care Act plans are wondering what happens next. ACA subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year, potentially driving up costs for more than 45 million people. Kathy Hempstead from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation joined First at Four to discuss how the end of the shutdown could impact healthcare affordability, what to expect during open enrollment, and whether political pressure might push Congress to extend the subsidies.
With the government shutdown now over, millions of Americans enrolled in Affordable Care Act plans are wondering what happens next. ACA subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year, potentially driving up costs for more than 45 million people. Kathy Hempstead from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation joined First at Four to discuss how the end of the shutdown could impact healthcare affordability, what to expect during open enrollment, and whether political pressure might push Congress to extend the subsidies.
ByHeart recall: Illinois health officials warn parents to stop using tainted baby formula
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging parents to immediately stop using ByHeart baby formula, now recalled and linked to 15 suspected cases of infant botulism. Two infants in Illinois have already fallen ill. The infection can cause symptoms like drowsiness, weak muscle tone, and constipation.
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging parents to immediately stop using ByHeart baby formula, now recalled and linked to 15 suspected cases of infant botulism. Two infants in Illinois have already fallen ill. The infection can cause symptoms like drowsiness, weak muscle tone, and constipation.