Illinois health expert urges parents to stop using recalled ByHeart formula | ChicagoLIVE
Deputy State Epidemiologist Connie Austin joined ChicagoLIVE with an urgent message for parents: stop using ByHeart infant formula after cases of infant botulism were confirmed across multiple states. She shares what symptoms to look out for and why it’s important to contact your doctor right away if your baby may have been exposed.
Deputy State Epidemiologist Connie Austin joined ChicagoLIVE with an urgent message for parents: stop using ByHeart infant formula after cases of infant botulism were confirmed across multiple states. She shares what symptoms to look out for and why it’s important to contact your doctor right away if your baby may have been exposed.
Sen. John Fetterman suffers fall after ventricular fibrillation flare-up: spokesperson
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.
New U.S. food label targets ultra-processed foods as dietitian clears up common misconceptions
A new food labeling system aims to highlight ultra-processed foods, and a registered dietitian explains what the changes mean for shoppers and how to make healthier choices.
A new food labeling system aims to highlight ultra-processed foods, and a registered dietitian explains what the changes mean for shoppers and how to make healthier choices.
FDA removes black box warning from estrogen therapy, Chicago doctor weighs in
The FDA’s decision to drop the black box warning on estrogen therapy could reshape care for millions of peri- and postmenopausal women, easing fears and changing conversations about hormone health.
The FDA’s decision to drop the black box warning on estrogen therapy could reshape care for millions of peri- and postmenopausal women, easing fears and changing conversations about hormone health.
Recalled baby formula linked to more suspected infants sick with botulism, IDPH says
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging parents to stop using all varieties of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, as it has been connected to 15 cases of infant botulism in 12 states, including Illinois.
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging parents to stop using all varieties of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, as it has been connected to 15 cases of infant botulism in 12 states, including Illinois.
Rise in lung cancer cases among young women raises concern | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Juanita Mora joins us to discuss possible causes, screening guidelines, and what women can do to protect their health. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Dr. Juanita Mora joins us to discuss possible causes, screening guidelines, and what women can do to protect their health. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Deepfake scams target Ozempic buyers with fake ads, counterfeit drugs
As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity, scammers are using AI deepfakes to sell fake products. Experts share how to spot phony endorsements and protect yourself online.
As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity, scammers are using AI deepfakes to sell fake products. Experts share how to spot phony endorsements and protect yourself online.
These are the top 5 most expensive drugs for consumers
Keytruda, Ozempic are among the priciest drugs for consumers.
Keytruda, Ozempic are among the priciest drugs for consumers.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
Chicago veteran marks 100th birthday cancer-free
A Chicago World War II veteran who once fought for his life on the front lines faced a different kind of battle this year — just as he was preparing to turn 100.
A Chicago World War II veteran who once fought for his life on the front lines faced a different kind of battle this year — just as he was preparing to turn 100.
Chicago's first mental health urgent care opens in River North | ChicagoNOW
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
Shocking diet that helps diabetic patients | ChicagoNOW
A new study says a plant-based diet can lower insulin cost and use by 28%. Serena Poon, Certified Nutritionist and Longevity Wellness Advisor, joins via zoom to break down this diet.
A new study says a plant-based diet can lower insulin cost and use by 28%. Serena Poon, Certified Nutritionist and Longevity Wellness Advisor, joins via zoom to break down this diet.
Infant formula recalled nationwide after botulism contamination warning
The FDA recalls a popular baby formula brand linked to rare botulism cases — Dr. Annie Mlnarik explains how this happened, what symptoms parents should watch for, and how to keep formula safe.
The FDA recalls a popular baby formula brand linked to rare botulism cases — Dr. Annie Mlnarik explains how this happened, what symptoms parents should watch for, and how to keep formula safe.
Warning labels on menopause estrogen therapy removed
The FDA will now remove a major warning on hormone replacement therapy that prevented many women from using it.
The FDA will now remove a major warning on hormone replacement therapy that prevented many women from using it.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
Link between trauma & eating | ChicagoNOW
Weight-loss trends have been around for years, with the latest being GLP1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Meg Bowman, licensed nutritionist and trauma expert weighs in on what's causing these weight loss crazes.
Weight-loss trends have been around for years, with the latest being GLP1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Meg Bowman, licensed nutritionist and trauma expert weighs in on what's causing these weight loss crazes.
Local viral plastic surgeon weighs in on Gen Z facelift craze | ChicagoNOW
More young people are opting for facelift surgery in their 20’s. Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, plastic surgeon at Many Faces of Chicago gives his take on younger people going under the knife.
More young people are opting for facelift surgery in their 20’s. Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, plastic surgeon at Many Faces of Chicago gives his take on younger people going under the knife.
Black market Botox | ChicagoNOW
The FDA is warning consumers to keep an eye out for counterfeit versions of Botox currently flooding the market.
The FDA is warning consumers to keep an eye out for counterfeit versions of Botox currently flooding the market.