RSV vaccine hopes to fight off virus
A new RSV shot is hoping to help infants fight off the virus, which can be deadly.
A new RSV shot is hoping to help infants fight off the virus, which can be deadly.
COVID-19 cases on the rise, CDC says
Just in time for holiday gatherings, COVID-19 is on the rise again. The CDC is warning all Americans to be on the look out for the latest and fastest growing variant, JN.1.
Just in time for holiday gatherings, COVID-19 is on the rise again. The CDC is warning all Americans to be on the look out for the latest and fastest growing variant, JN.1.
Chicago migrants say illnesses spread quickly at crowded Pilsen shelter
The night before a child died at a crowded migrant shelter in Pilsen, another set of parents there was up worrying whether their daughter would make it through the night.
The night before a child died at a crowded migrant shelter in Pilsen, another set of parents there was up worrying whether their daughter would make it through the night.
Heart attacks spike during the winter holidays
The cold weather mixed with the stress the holiday season leads to an increase in heart attacks this time of year, experts say. Dr. Shikha Jain with UI Health discuses heart attack symptoms to look out for.
The cold weather mixed with the stress the holiday season leads to an increase in heart attacks this time of year, experts say. Dr. Shikha Jain with UI Health discuses heart attack symptoms to look out for.
Naloxone to hit Chicagoland gas stations in areas with significant reports of overdoses
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is spearheading a new initiative to ensure widespread access to naloxone.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is spearheading a new initiative to ensure widespread access to naloxone.
JN.1 COVID-19 variant: What to know about the latest virus strain
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
Naloxone to hit Chicagoland gas stations in areas with significant reports of overdoses
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is spearheading a new initiative to ensure widespread access to naloxone.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is spearheading a new initiative to ensure widespread access to naloxone.
Illinois health officials push for masks in health care facilities amid rise in infections
RSV infections and COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise.
RSV infections and COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise.
Illinois health officials push for masks in health care facilities
The CDC says vaccination rates for Influenza, coronavirus and RSV are low and respiratory illness is on the rise. The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging all people in health care facilities to wear masks.
The CDC says vaccination rates for Influenza, coronavirus and RSV are low and respiratory illness is on the rise. The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging all people in health care facilities to wear masks.
How to improve your gut health
A survey from last year found that 40% of Americans experience GI issues. Experts believe your gut drives 80% of your body's immune system. One gastroenterologist weighs in on how to keep your gut healthy.
A survey from last year found that 40% of Americans experience GI issues. Experts believe your gut drives 80% of your body's immune system. One gastroenterologist weighs in on how to keep your gut healthy.
Do you stay up late to have a little time for yourself? There's a name for that
A phenomenon known as “revenge bedtime procrastination" has become popularized in recent years as more people take “revenge" on the day by doom scrolling, watching TV or otherwise sacrificing their sleep for “me" time.
A phenomenon known as “revenge bedtime procrastination" has become popularized in recent years as more people take “revenge" on the day by doom scrolling, watching TV or otherwise sacrificing their sleep for “me" time.
New study raises concerns about healthcare industry removing race from clinical diagnosis
A new, first-of-its-kind study is raising concerns over the healthcare industry shifting away from using race to help diagnose and treat patients.
A new, first-of-its-kind study is raising concerns over the healthcare industry shifting away from using race to help diagnose and treat patients.
Illinois health officials recommend mask use amid surge in respiratory illnesses
You likely haven’t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
You likely haven’t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
Illinois health officials recommend mask use amid surge in respiratory illnesses
You likely haven?t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
You likely haven?t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
Controversy brewing over spread of Kava bars
There's a new controversy brewing about a popular drink called Kava.
There's a new controversy brewing about a popular drink called Kava.
How technology can help with holiday weight gain
Gaining weight can be an unwanted side effect this time of year from all of those tasty holiday treats. But now, some technology on the market could help you out.
Gaining weight can be an unwanted side effect this time of year from all of those tasty holiday treats. But now, some technology on the market could help you out.
Breast cancer vaccine could prevent most aggressive form of disease from reoccurring
Scientists are currently testing a vaccine that could prevent the reoccurrence of triple-negative breast cancer, the most aggressive form of the disease.
Scientists are currently testing a vaccine that could prevent the reoccurrence of triple-negative breast cancer, the most aggressive form of the disease.
Obesity comes under the microscope after latest CDC data
Fox medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest headlines making the rounds in the medical community.
Fox medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest headlines making the rounds in the medical community.
Applesauce pouch lead contamination may have been intentional, FDA says
The FDA foods chief said in a recent interview that all signs point to “an intentional act on the part of someone in the supply chain."
The FDA foods chief said in a recent interview that all signs point to “an intentional act on the part of someone in the supply chain."
Woman beats Stage 3 lung cancer after Northwestern Medicine surgeons remove lung using robot
For the first time, Northwestern Medicine surgeons have removed an entire lung with the help of a robot.
For the first time, Northwestern Medicine surgeons have removed an entire lung with the help of a robot.