Fitness Friday: Pushing to perform and committing to recovery
Athletes put a lot of wear and tear on their bodies, so it's important to put time into recovery. Physical therapy facilities in Chicago see people from off the street and athletes of all levels. Many people push through the pain, but therapists say pain is your body trying to tell you to slow down.
Athletes put a lot of wear and tear on their bodies, so it's important to put time into recovery. Physical therapy facilities in Chicago see people from off the street and athletes of all levels. Many people push through the pain, but therapists say pain is your body trying to tell you to slow down.
Guardian Caps show promise in tackling concussion concerns in football
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
Guardian Caps show promise in tackling concussion concerns in football
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.
Chicago health officials urge residents to get new COVID-19 booster
Doctors and public health officials in Chicago are urging residents to roll up their sleeves for the new COVID-19 booster shot. New daily cases in the city have more than tripled in recent weeks.
Doctors and public health officials in Chicago are urging residents to roll up their sleeves for the new COVID-19 booster shot. New daily cases in the city have more than tripled in recent weeks.
Controversy over new COVID-19 vaccine as cases spike
The FDA and CDC just approved a new booster shot to protect against COVID-19. It has been recommend for everyone 12 years old and up. It is possible a new booster will come out every year like the flu vaccine. Not everyone agrees with that method.
The FDA and CDC just approved a new booster shot to protect against COVID-19. It has been recommend for everyone 12 years old and up. It is possible a new booster will come out every year like the flu vaccine. Not everyone agrees with that method.
Chicago area sees disturbing surge in youth drug overdoses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking a disturbing trend in drug overdose deaths. Younger and younger children are dying and it’s a trend we are seeing in the Chicago area.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking a disturbing trend in drug overdose deaths. Younger and younger children are dying and it’s a trend we are seeing in the Chicago area.
Ukulele Kids Club uses artful ukuleles to bring joy and healing to sick children worldwide
The Buffalo Grove Park District's Community Arts Center is full of gorgeous hand-painted ukuleles that are helping sick children across the world through the organization Ukulele Kids Club.
The Buffalo Grove Park District's Community Arts Center is full of gorgeous hand-painted ukuleles that are helping sick children across the world through the organization Ukulele Kids Club.
Ukulele Kids Club Uses Artful Ukuleles to Bring Joy and Healing to Sick Children Worldwide
The Buffalo Grove Park District's Community Arts Center is full of gorgeous hand-painted ukuleles that will help sick children across the world.
The Buffalo Grove Park District's Community Arts Center is full of gorgeous hand-painted ukuleles that will help sick children across the world.
Chicago Bears players visit patients at Oak Lawn hospital
The players delivered special teddy bears, signed autographs and spent time with the patients and their loved ones.
The players delivered special teddy bears, signed autographs and spent time with the patients and their loved ones.
Chicago Bears players visit patients at Oak Lawn hospital
A surprise visit from some very special people today!
A surprise visit from some very special people today!
Cough syrup drug ruled ineffective
As the nation gets ready to enter flu season, the FDA panel has issued a new recommendation on a popular cold medicine.
As the nation gets ready to enter flu season, the FDA panel has issued a new recommendation on a popular cold medicine.
Grandparents can see health benefits from spending time with kids
Grandparents that spend more time with their grandkids tend to be more active, health specialists say. That activity has huge benefits for blood sugar levels, blood pressure and even stress hormones.
Grandparents that spend more time with their grandkids tend to be more active, health specialists say. That activity has huge benefits for blood sugar levels, blood pressure and even stress hormones.
How to avoid injuries during rec sports, working out
Aaron Rodgers is out for the season after he tore his Achilles tendon over the weekend. Sports Medicine physician Jeremy Alland explains how to keep yourself safe while playing recreational sports or out.
Aaron Rodgers is out for the season after he tore his Achilles tendon over the weekend. Sports Medicine physician Jeremy Alland explains how to keep yourself safe while playing recreational sports or out.
White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks to host Lymphoma Awareness tailgate
September is Lymphoma Awareness Month and this weekend Liam Hendricks and his wife are hosting a fundraising tailgate to benefit "Be The Match." The event will be ay the White Sox v. Twins game at Guaranteed Rate Field.
September is Lymphoma Awareness Month and this weekend Liam Hendricks and his wife are hosting a fundraising tailgate to benefit "Be The Match." The event will be ay the White Sox v. Twins game at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Updated COVID-19 vaccine, boosters could be available Wednesday in Chicago
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Updated COVID-19 vaccine and boosters could be available Wednesday in Chicago
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Lurie Children's Hospital receives $350K boost for pediatric cancer research
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
Lurie Children's Hospital receives $350K boost for pediatric cancer research
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
On Tuesday, Lurie Children's Hospital received $350,000 to support pediatric cancer research in Chicago.
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC panel recommends shots for ages 6 months and older
Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older.
Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older.
FDA approves new COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA has approved a new round of COVID-19 boosters.
The FDA has approved a new round of COVID-19 boosters.