Chicago doctor weighs in on major change to child vaccine schedule | ChicagoLIVE
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
CDC panel votes to end hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
A federal vaccine advisory committee has voted to end the londstanding recommendation that newborns get the hepatitis b vaccine.
A federal vaccine advisory committee has voted to end the londstanding recommendation that newborns get the hepatitis b vaccine.
CDC panel recommends changes to hepatitis B vaccine schedule: What to know
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
What parents need to know about childhood vaccines and the latest Hepatitis B update
Dr. David Stiasny explains the recommended vaccine schedule for children, the safety and benefits of immunization, the risks of delaying shots, and the latest news from the ACIP meeting on the Hepatitis B vaccine.
Dr. David Stiasny explains the recommended vaccine schedule for children, the safety and benefits of immunization, the risks of delaying shots, and the latest news from the ACIP meeting on the Hepatitis B vaccine.
Severe vomiting from heavy cannabis use? Doctor explains alarming rise in 'scromiting' | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago emergency doctor tells ChicagoLIVE why more young adults — especially ages 18 to 30 — are showing up with “scromiting,” the slang term for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, where chronic cannabis use triggers uncontrollable vomiting. She explains why typical nausea meds often don’t work, common misconceptions about marijuana’s benefits, and why stopping cannabis for months is usually the only real solution.
A Chicago emergency doctor tells ChicagoLIVE why more young adults — especially ages 18 to 30 — are showing up with “scromiting,” the slang term for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, where chronic cannabis use triggers uncontrollable vomiting. She explains why typical nausea meds often don’t work, common misconceptions about marijuana’s benefits, and why stopping cannabis for months is usually the only real solution.
Hawaii sues TikTok parent company ByteDance, claims app harms children
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Signs point to potentially worse flu season as new strain emerges | ChicagoNOW
Experts say this year’s flu season could surpass last year’s severe outbreak, highlighting a new strain, vaccine timing and treatment considerations. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Experts say this year’s flu season could surpass last year’s severe outbreak, highlighting a new strain, vaccine timing and treatment considerations. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
FDA: Seven deaths and 736 serious injuries due to issue with some FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
How to know if you've contracted the new severe flu strain
A new flu strain is spreading right now and health experts say it could make this year's flu season one of the worst in years.
A new flu strain is spreading right now and health experts say it could make this year's flu season one of the worst in years.
Can GLP-1 weight loss drugs affect your mental health? Doctor explains | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Josh Eloge joins the show to explain how medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may impact anxiety, depression, and overall brain chemistry. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Dr. Josh Eloge joins the show to explain how medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may impact anxiety, depression, and overall brain chemistry. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Trump's doctor says president had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen
The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."
The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."
New Sickle Cell clinic opens on Chicago's South Side
A new Sickle Cell clinic is now open to serve residents on Chicago's South Side.
A new Sickle Cell clinic is now open to serve residents on Chicago's South Side.
New exhibit examines HIV’s impact on Black women for World AIDS Day | ChicagoNOW
The Beverly Arts Center marks World AIDS Day with the launch of “Shine a Light on it,” an exhibit that looks at HIV trends affecting Black women in Chicago and globally. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
The Beverly Arts Center marks World AIDS Day with the launch of “Shine a Light on it,” an exhibit that looks at HIV trends affecting Black women in Chicago and globally. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
New mutated flu strain ‘subclade K’ raises concerns as cases spread
A new flu variant called subclade K is gaining attention as doctors warn it could lead to a tougher flu season this winter. The strain, which stems from the influenza A (H3N2) virus, has already been identified in several countries and may be spreading more easily than earlier versions of H3N2.
A new flu variant called subclade K is gaining attention as doctors warn it could lead to a tougher flu season this winter. The strain, which stems from the influenza A (H3N2) virus, has already been identified in several countries and may be spreading more easily than earlier versions of H3N2.
Potential breakthrough in Type 1 Diabetes
A potential breakthrough in curing type one diabetes.
A potential breakthrough in curing type one diabetes.
Chicago residents say apartment conditions are making them sick, demand repairs
Residents of Harrison Court Apartments spoke up about living conditions that they say are sending them to the hospital.
Residents of Harrison Court Apartments spoke up about living conditions that they say are sending them to the hospital.
Pediatric dentists shares tips for handling holiday dental emergencies | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Mira Albert explains how parents can respond to common dental emergencies. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Dr. Mira Albert explains how parents can respond to common dental emergencies. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Medicare drug prices set to drop as debate intensifies over expiring insurance subsidies
A report breaks down the Trump administration’s push for lower Medicare drug prices while lawmakers clash over whether to extend COVID-era insurance subsidies set to expire January 1.
A report breaks down the Trump administration’s push for lower Medicare drug prices while lawmakers clash over whether to extend COVID-era insurance subsidies set to expire January 1.
Over 40,000 bottles of Walgreens nasal spray recalled due to bacteria contamination, FDA says
The affected nasal spray products were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
The affected nasal spray products were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.
Chicago-area mother, daughter discover matching cancer diagnoses after routine aches
A Chicago-area mother and her daughter brushed off everyday aches until those aches pointed to something far more serious.
A Chicago-area mother and her daughter brushed off everyday aches until those aches pointed to something far more serious.