Shingles vaccine could help slow dementia according to study | ChicagoNOW
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A new study suggests the shingles vaccine could slow the progression of dementia. Dr. Aarati Didwania with Northwestern Medicine joins via zoom to share more about this study and the importance of the shingles vaccine.

Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works

Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.

Lurie Children’s Radiothon: How your support helps kids like Ellie
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Thirteen-year-old Ellie O’Keefe and Dr. Ewa Bieber share how donations to the Lurie Children’s Radiothon fund vital care, therapy, and programs that transform the lives of young patients.

Lurie Children's launches genetics and rare diseases division behind $11M gift

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has received an $11 million gift to establish the Edwards Family Division of Genetics and Rare Diseases.

Early jump in norovirus and flu prompts warning from Chicago physician | ChicagoLIVE
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Dr. Chris Colbert sits down with ChicagoLIVE to address the Midwest’s rising norovirus and flu cases. He explains how norovirus spreads, who is most at risk for dehydration, how long symptoms typically last, and which household steps — like disinfecting doorknobs and strict handwashing — can stop outbreaks at home. He also shares guidance on when vomiting or diarrhea is severe enough to require emergency treatment.

CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries

U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.

Marijuana "scromiting" cases on the rise as ERs see painful new trend
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Dr. Mike explains why some chronic marijuana users are landing in the emergency room with severe stomach episodes — and weighs in on new research suggesting adolescence may stretch into our early 30s

Dietitian shares tips for mindful holiday eating | ChicagoNOW
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Dietitian shares practical tips for enjoying holiday meals while maintaining healthy habits. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals

A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.

Asbestos in makeup? Expert explains ongoing safety issues | ChicagoNOW
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Dr. Megha Trivedi of Rush Medical Center breaks down the continued use of asbestos and what consumers should look for on labels. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues

Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.

Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds

A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”

Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan

Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.