Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
CDC issues travel advisories for 32 countries over spread of polio: What we know
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
Lurie Children’s helps lead clinical trial for gene therapy targeting Dravet syndrome
A new clinical trial led in part by a Lurie Children’s Hospital doctor is showing promise for children with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy, and could become the first gene regulation therapy approved for the condition.
A new clinical trial led in part by a Lurie Children’s Hospital doctor is showing promise for children with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy, and could become the first gene regulation therapy approved for the condition.
Colorectal cancer rising in younger Americans as rates fall for seniors
Dr. Shikha Jain breaks down new data showing colorectal cancer cases declining in adults over 65 but climbing sharply in younger people, and explains why early screening matters.
Dr. Shikha Jain breaks down new data showing colorectal cancer cases declining in adults over 65 but climbing sharply in younger people, and explains why early screening matters.
$1.5 billion in medical debt wiped out for Cook County residents
Gov. JB Pritzker and Toni Preckwinkle announce $1.5 billion in medical debt relief through Illinois’ partnership with Undue Medical Debt, expanding a 2024 state program aimed at helping low- and middle-income families.
Gov. JB Pritzker and Toni Preckwinkle announce $1.5 billion in medical debt relief through Illinois’ partnership with Undue Medical Debt, expanding a 2024 state program aimed at helping low- and middle-income families.
New blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer, study suggests
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
Trump’s neck rash draws attention online: Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
Lung cancer deaths outpace other major cancers as cases rise in young adults
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Advanced CTE tied to sharp rise in dementia risk, major brain study finds
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
Crisp & Green focuses on healthy, fresh meals across Chicago area
Crisp & Green is serving up fresh and healthy food options for you at two locations in the Chicago area.
Crisp & Green is serving up fresh and healthy food options for you at two locations in the Chicago area.
Rare Disease Day raises awareness for patients, families in Chicago area
Today is Rare Disease Day and it's meant to raise awareness for patients and families dealing with rare dieseases.
Today is Rare Disease Day and it's meant to raise awareness for patients and families dealing with rare dieseases.
Prescription drug costs in Illinois: Citizen Action pushes for affordability board | ChicagoLIVE
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
Everyone Reading Illinois to host dyslexia awareness fundraiser | ChicagoNOW
Everyone Reading Illinois is holding its annual fundraiser at the University Club of Chicago to support dyslexia awareness and literacy programs. Organizers say proceeds will help fund education, advocacy and early intervention efforts.
Everyone Reading Illinois is holding its annual fundraiser at the University Club of Chicago to support dyslexia awareness and literacy programs. Organizers say proceeds will help fund education, advocacy and early intervention efforts.
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
What women can do right now to lower cancer risk
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Chicago dad welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
Chicago father welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
'Jersey Shore' star Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi reveals stage 1 cervical cancer diagnosis
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.