Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Appreciating mothers and babies during National Breastfeeding Month
Anna Anderson, Near North Health director of nutrition services, talks about the benefits of breastfeeding and options for mothers after they've given birth.
Anna Anderson, Near North Health director of nutrition services, talks about the benefits of breastfeeding and options for mothers after they've given birth.
Lake County offering mental health first aid training to residents
Sam Johnson from the Lake County Health Department talks about their mental health first aid training and how it benefits residents.
Sam Johnson from the Lake County Health Department talks about their mental health first aid training and how it benefits residents.
WWII veteran honored on his 104th birthday in Chicago
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
Malaria in Maryland: First local case in decades alarms health officials
Maryland has confirmed a case of locally acquired malaria in the state for the first time in more than 40 years, the state's health department said Friday.
Maryland has confirmed a case of locally acquired malaria in the state for the first time in more than 40 years, the state's health department said Friday.
WWII veteran honored at special celebration in Chicago
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
WWII veteran honored at special celebration in Chicago
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
Mr. John Jones, at 104 years old, was asked about his secret to longevity.
Stem cells from one eye used to heal injuries in the other with promising results, doctors say
A new study shows a promising procedure to treat severe injuries in one eye by using stem cells from the other.
A new study shows a promising procedure to treat severe injuries in one eye by using stem cells from the other.
Canada wildfires spark new evacuations, air quality concerns
Hundreds of wildfires burning in Canada?s northwest territories have prompted emergency evacuations and fears of poor air quality in the U.S.
Hundreds of wildfires burning in Canada?s northwest territories have prompted emergency evacuations and fears of poor air quality in the U.S.
Public health activists rally behind Johnson's decision to fire Chicago's top doctor
Supporters of Mayor Brandon Johnson held a rally outside Chicago City Hall Friday morning.
Supporters of Mayor Brandon Johnson held a rally outside Chicago City Hall Friday morning.
Health activists rally behind Johnson's decision to fire Dr. Arwady
A group of community health advocates gathered for a rally to support Mayor Johnson outside City Hall Friday. The group commends the mayor's decision to fire top doctor Allison Arwady after they say she neglected communities that needed public health support the most.
A group of community health advocates gathered for a rally to support Mayor Johnson outside City Hall Friday. The group commends the mayor's decision to fire top doctor Allison Arwady after they say she neglected communities that needed public health support the most.
How to stay safe while exercising in summer heat
Next week's forecast is calling for intense heat. Fox 32's Anita Blanton sits down with award winning fitness instructor Kia Williams about the dangers of exercising in extreme heat. Williams offers some tips to keep you safe while practicing your routine.
Next week's forecast is calling for intense heat. Fox 32's Anita Blanton sits down with award winning fitness instructor Kia Williams about the dangers of exercising in extreme heat. Williams offers some tips to keep you safe while practicing your routine.
Narcan dispensed through vending machine at St. Charles recovery center
A vending machine that dispenses a life-saving overdose reversal drug is now available in St. Charles. The drug called Narcan will be available for free outside the Lighthouse Recovery Center, located downtown.
A vending machine that dispenses a life-saving overdose reversal drug is now available in St. Charles. The drug called Narcan will be available for free outside the Lighthouse Recovery Center, located downtown.
Illinois health centers to get federal funding to combat nurse shortage: report
Select Illinois health facilities will be getting a portion of $1 million in federal grants to help amid a nationwide nursing shortage.
Select Illinois health facilities will be getting a portion of $1 million in federal grants to help amid a nationwide nursing shortage.
Spike in RSV, cold and flu illnesses expected as students return to classrooms
With students flooding back into classrooms, health officials are warning parents about an expected spike in illnesses.
With students flooding back into classrooms, health officials are warning parents about an expected spike in illnesses.
Potential candidate to lead Chicago health department apologizes for lying about having Harvard PhD
A progressive who may be in line to lead Chicago’s Department of Public Health was forced to issue an apology for publicly "misrepresenting" himself as holding a Ph.D. from Harvard.
A progressive who may be in line to lead Chicago’s Department of Public Health was forced to issue an apology for publicly "misrepresenting" himself as holding a Ph.D. from Harvard.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Kaley Cuoco developed carpal tunnel syndrome from holding infant daughter
The actress developed carpal tunnel syndrome after welcoming her daughter Matilda with actor Tom Pelphrey this spring.
The actress developed carpal tunnel syndrome after welcoming her daughter Matilda with actor Tom Pelphrey this spring.
'Is he high?': More women come forward accusing suburban doctor of misconduct
Dozens more women have come forward accusing a former suburban OBGYN of misconduct.
Dozens more women have come forward accusing a former suburban OBGYN of misconduct.
Safe Haven law advocates host fundraising yoga series
Two Chicago area nonprofits hosted a fundraiser for the newborn Safe Haven Law Wednesday evening.
Two Chicago area nonprofits hosted a fundraiser for the newborn Safe Haven Law Wednesday evening.
Chicago yoga class raises awareness for baby Safe Haven law
On Wednesday, everyone at Vibez Fit in River North was helping to raise money and spread awareness about the baby Safe Haven law, where you can hand an infant 30-days-old or younger to someone at a police station, fire station, emergency care facility or hospital.
On Wednesday, everyone at Vibez Fit in River North was helping to raise money and spread awareness about the baby Safe Haven law, where you can hand an infant 30-days-old or younger to someone at a police station, fire station, emergency care facility or hospital.