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.
FDA advisers: Popular nasal decongestant ineffective for congestion relief
The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts.
The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts.
Phoenix woman nearly dies after getting plastic surgery in Mexico, and she's not alone
A woman in Phoenix trusted that she found a reputable plastic surgery clinic in Mexico, but soon learned that she was part of a group of people coming down with a deadly infection. She started seeing patients pass away one by one and hoped she wasn't next.
A woman in Phoenix trusted that she found a reputable plastic surgery clinic in Mexico, but soon learned that she was part of a group of people coming down with a deadly infection. She started seeing patients pass away one by one and hoped she wasn't next.
Chicagoans will soon have access to updated COVID-19 vaccine
An updated COVID-19 vaccine was approved Tuesday by the FDA and will soon be available to all Chicagoans, health officials say.
An updated COVID-19 vaccine was approved Tuesday by the FDA and will soon be available to all Chicagoans, health officials say.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccine, CDC set to issue recommendations this week
There’s still another step: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must sign off. A CDC advisory panel is set to issue recommendations Tuesday on who most needs the updated shots.
There’s still another step: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must sign off. A CDC advisory panel is set to issue recommendations Tuesday on who most needs the updated shots.
Texas man dies after eating raw oysters from restaurant, officials issue warning
A man has died from a bacterial infection after eating raw oysters in Galveston. Local health authorities are now investigating his death and the batch of oysters from the restaurant he visited on the island.
A man has died from a bacterial infection after eating raw oysters in Galveston. Local health authorities are now investigating his death and the batch of oysters from the restaurant he visited on the island.
Researchers studying 'superagers' looking for participants
Getting older ? a lot of people dread it. However, it is really an honor most people don't get. That is why researchers are trying to learn how to get everyone to become what they're calling ?superagers.?
Getting older ? a lot of people dread it. However, it is really an honor most people don't get. That is why researchers are trying to learn how to get everyone to become what they're calling ?superagers.?
Adderall and other ADHD medications still in short supply
An Adderall shortage is forcing many people to go without their medication. Beth Galvin has more on if there's relief in sight.
An Adderall shortage is forcing many people to go without their medication. Beth Galvin has more on if there's relief in sight.
Friendship developed in Baghdad continues to grow after veterans return home, face new challenges
The wounds of war brought them together. Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad.
The wounds of war brought them together. Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad.
Friendship developed in Baghdad continues to grow after veterans return home, face new challenges
Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson, and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad.� Natalie Bomke has their story of friendship in this Good News Guarantee.
Illinois National Guardsman Eric Peterson, and Marine veteran John Bessermin met while working as contractors in Baghdad.� Natalie Bomke has their story of friendship in this Good News Guarantee.
These are the 3 vaccines doctors hope will block fall 'tripledemic'
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been steadily increasing since late summer, and RSV already is on the rise in parts of the Southeast.
COVID-19 hospitalizations have been steadily increasing since late summer, and RSV already is on the rise in parts of the Southeast.
'I Am That Woman' focuses on mental health and wellness
The I Am That Woman Movement provides information, resources and event to empower women to focus on their personal health and wellness. This October, the group is hosting their annual retreat. There is also a local Hot Topic event at the end of this month.
The I Am That Woman Movement provides information, resources and event to empower women to focus on their personal health and wellness. This October, the group is hosting their annual retreat. There is also a local Hot Topic event at the end of this month.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
Bears select 17-year-old Devin Pittges as this week's 'Champion of the Game'
The Chicago Bears have chosen Devin Pittges, a remarkable teenager who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 12, as this week's "Champion of the Game."
The Chicago Bears have chosen Devin Pittges, a remarkable teenager who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 12, as this week's "Champion of the Game."
Bears select Devin Pittges as this week's 'Champion of the Game'
The Chicago Bears have chosen Devin Pittges, a remarkable teenager who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 12, as this week's "Champion of the Game."
The Chicago Bears have chosen Devin Pittges, a remarkable teenager who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 12, as this week's "Champion of the Game."
Bears QB Justin Fields invites cancer survivor to Chiefs game
In a heartwarming surprise, the Chicago Bears brought joy to a 12-year-old leukemia survivor at Advocate Children?s Hospital in Oak Lawn.
In a heartwarming surprise, the Chicago Bears brought joy to a 12-year-old leukemia survivor at Advocate Children?s Hospital in Oak Lawn.
Bears, Advocate Children’s Hospital surprise cancer survivor with dream trip to game
In a heartwarming surprise, the Chicago Bears brought joy to a 12-year-old leukemia survivor at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn.
In a heartwarming surprise, the Chicago Bears brought joy to a 12-year-old leukemia survivor at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn.
How to cut costs on life-saving prescription medications
Many seniors struggle with the high cost of prescription medications they need. Some medications can cost hundreds of dollars. There are savings programs and third-party companies like GoodRx that can help customers combat rising costs.
Many seniors struggle with the high cost of prescription medications they need. Some medications can cost hundreds of dollars. There are savings programs and third-party companies like GoodRx that can help customers combat rising costs.
What to know about the new RSV vaccines
To help protect against its spread, the CDC says "monoclonal antibody products" are available for infants and some young children, while "two new vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV disease."
To help protect against its spread, the CDC says "monoclonal antibody products" are available for infants and some young children, while "two new vaccines are available to protect older adults from severe RSV disease."