Chicago health fair offers Medicare assistance, free screenings
Sinai Chicago is hosting a health fair to provide educational sessions about Medicare for seniors in the community. Signing up can be confusing, health coverage experts will be available to answer questions. There will also be free screenings available. The event is on Aug. 8.
Sinai Chicago is hosting a health fair to provide educational sessions about Medicare for seniors in the community. Signing up can be confusing, health coverage experts will be available to answer questions. There will also be free screenings available. The event is on Aug. 8.
Narcan dispensers installed on Chicago sidewalks to combat opioid deaths
Naloxone dispensers are being installed on Chicago sidewalks as part of an effort to reduce overdose deaths from opioids and give people another chance of getting clean.
Naloxone dispensers are being installed on Chicago sidewalks as part of an effort to reduce overdose deaths from opioids and give people another chance of getting clean.
Pritzker bans indoor vape, e-cigarette use in public spaces
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Friday banning indoor e-cigarette or vape use in public spaces.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Friday banning indoor e-cigarette or vape use in public spaces.
Pritzker bans indoor vape, e-cigarette use in public spaces
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Friday banning indoor e-cigarette or vape use in public spaces.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Friday banning indoor e-cigarette or vape use in public spaces.
New Illinois law bars unregulated pregnancy centers from using misinformation, deceptive practices
Gov. J.B. Pritzker doubled down Thursday on his pledge to make Illinois a safe haven for women seeking an abortion.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker doubled down Thursday on his pledge to make Illinois a safe haven for women seeking an abortion.
New Illinois law cracks down on 'crisis pregnancy centers'
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill into law barring unregulated pregnancy centers from using misinformation or deceptive practices that interfere with a woman's right to choose.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill into law barring unregulated pregnancy centers from using misinformation or deceptive practices that interfere with a woman's right to choose.
Woman receives uterus transplant, delivers healthy baby: ‘We did it’
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
Study: Heart attack risk can double during heatwaves
A recent study found that nearly 3% of heat attacks may be avoidable by shortening exposure time to extreme heat and poor air quality.
A recent study found that nearly 3% of heat attacks may be avoidable by shortening exposure time to extreme heat and poor air quality.
IDPH issues rabies warning after finding rabid bats in the state
More than two dozen rabid bats have been discovered in the state this year, with cases identified in Cook, Kankakee, and McHenry counties.
More than two dozen rabid bats have been discovered in the state this year, with cases identified in Cook, Kankakee, and McHenry counties.
IDPH issues rabies warning after finding rabid bats in the state
More than two dozen rabid bats have been discovered in the state this year, with cases identified in Cook, Kankakee, and McHenry counties.
More than two dozen rabid bats have been discovered in the state this year, with cases identified in Cook, Kankakee, and McHenry counties.
CDC tracking county's first cluster of Malaria cases
The Center for Disease Control is tracking eight rare cases of locally transmitted Malaria, seven in Florida and one in Texas. The is the first time in many years the the U.S. has had a cluster of cases not linked to international travel.
The Center for Disease Control is tracking eight rare cases of locally transmitted Malaria, seven in Florida and one in Texas. The is the first time in many years the the U.S. has had a cluster of cases not linked to international travel.
Loretto Hospital workers preparing to strike
The union representing the workers delivered their 10-day notice last week and plan to strike on Monday.
The union representing the workers delivered their 10-day notice last week and plan to strike on Monday.
45 years of IVF: The evolution of in vitro fertilization
Today it’s estimated one in 60 babies are conceived through IVF. The technology has evolved to make it even more successful.
Today it’s estimated one in 60 babies are conceived through IVF. The technology has evolved to make it even more successful.
Registered nurses rally outside Jackson Park Hospital for better staffing, contract
An information picket was held on Tuesday at Jackson Park Hospital, where registered nurses voiced their demands for improved staffing levels and a fair contract.
An information picket was held on Tuesday at Jackson Park Hospital, where registered nurses voiced their demands for improved staffing levels and a fair contract.
Bronny James, son of LeBron James, rushed to the hospital after suffering cardiac arrest at USC
Bronny James, the eldest son of LeBron James, was rushed to the hospital after he collapsed and a suffered cardiac arrest during a morning practice at USC.
Bronny James, the eldest son of LeBron James, was rushed to the hospital after he collapsed and a suffered cardiac arrest during a morning practice at USC.
Nevada toddler dies from brain-eating amoeba
Nevada health officials said a 2-year-old boy died last week from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating amoeba.
Nevada health officials said a 2-year-old boy died last week from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating amoeba.
Chicago takes step towards reopening mental health clinics
Chicago has taken another step towards reopening city mental health clinics.
Chicago has taken another step towards reopening city mental health clinics.
Gene therapy eyedrops restore boy's sight. Similar therapies may help millions
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
Cancer survivor Linda Caicedo to make Women's World Cup debut for Colombia against Korea Republic
Colombia’s match against South Korea could prove pivotal, as the two nations are expected to compete for a spot in the knockout rounds from Group H.
Colombia’s match against South Korea could prove pivotal, as the two nations are expected to compete for a spot in the knockout rounds from Group H.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.