Houston man loses hands, parts of his feet after flea bite
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Espresso could lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Parkinson's patients find freedom through ballet program
For those who suffer from Parkinson’s disease, even the simplest motor functions can become everyday obstacles.
For those who suffer from Parkinson’s disease, even the simplest motor functions can become everyday obstacles.
Northwestern scholars program helps kids become doctors
Northwestern Medicine is hosting high school students for a four-week program with the goal of creating diversity in the medical field.
Northwestern Medicine is hosting high school students for a four-week program with the goal of creating diversity in the medical field.
Spike in parasitic infections making people sick in Illinois
An update to the CDC's study of the intestinal bug Cyclosporiasis says the number of infected people has grown to 581 people across 30 states.
An update to the CDC's study of the intestinal bug Cyclosporiasis says the number of infected people has grown to 581 people across 30 states.
‘Sleep divorce’: Why are some couples spending their nights in separate beds?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
Chicago air quality deemed 'unhealthy' as smoke from Canadian wildfires descends on area
The U.S. EPA's AirNow air quality page rated the air in Chicago as "unhealthy" as of Sunday morning.
The U.S. EPA's AirNow air quality page rated the air in Chicago as "unhealthy" as of Sunday morning.
Week in Review: Chicago kitten killer, winning Powerball ticket, Apple Airtag involved in murder
A man suspected of fatally shooting a woman at a Mariano's store in Chicago this week removed an Apple Airtag from her car before the murder; a Wicker Park man is accused of killing and torturing at least four kittens; and an Illinois gas station sold a $1 million winning ticket for last Saturday's Powerball drawing.
A man suspected of fatally shooting a woman at a Mariano's store in Chicago this week removed an Apple Airtag from her car before the murder; a Wicker Park man is accused of killing and torturing at least four kittens; and an Illinois gas station sold a $1 million winning ticket for last Saturday's Powerball drawing.
Canadian wildfires sending more smoke to Chicago this weekend
It's about to get hazy in Chicago as the wildfires in Canada send more smoke our way, sparking renewed health concerns.
It's about to get hazy in Chicago as the wildfires in Canada send more smoke our way, sparking renewed health concerns.
Orland Park Bakery honors local teen who died suddenly last year
Orland Park Bakery is a family tradition in the southwest suburbs and those customers are getting sweets in the name of Ryan Plowman, a local teen who died last year.
Orland Park Bakery is a family tradition in the southwest suburbs and those customers are getting sweets in the name of Ryan Plowman, a local teen who died last year.
New Northwestern study reveals alarming impact of long Covid on patients
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.
Lake County's boil order lifted as water samples confirm absence of bacteria
Residents in Lake County can now breathe a sigh of relief as the boil water order has been officially lifted.
Residents in Lake County can now breathe a sigh of relief as the boil water order has been officially lifted.
Lake County's boil order lifted as water samples confirm absence of bacteria
Residents in Lake County can now breathe a sigh of relief as the boil water order has been officially lifted.
Residents in Lake County can now breathe a sigh of relief as the boil water order has been officially lifted.
TMZ weighs in after Jamie Foxx allegedly spotted in Chicago
Oscar winning actor Jamie Foxx is making waves after allegedly being spotted sailing down the Chicago River following his health scare.
Oscar winning actor Jamie Foxx is making waves after allegedly being spotted sailing down the Chicago River following his health scare.
Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink, under scrutiny for high caffeine levels
An influencer-backed energy drink that has earned viral popularity among children is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
An influencer-backed energy drink that has earned viral popularity among children is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
Lake County residents urged to keep boiling tap water despite utility company's earlier advice
The boil order impacted about 1,200 homes. It was put into place after a heavy rainstorm led to water main breaks.
The boil order impacted about 1,200 homes. It was put into place after a heavy rainstorm led to water main breaks.
Lake County residents urged to keep boiling tap water despite utility company's earlier advice
The boil order impacted about 1,200 homes. It was put into place after a heavy rainstorm led to water main breaks.
The boil order impacted about 1,200 homes. It was put into place after a heavy rainstorm led to water main breaks.
Health tips to consider when packing for your vacation
Sylvia Morris breaks down helpful travel tips for those looking to stay healthy while exploring the world this summer.
Sylvia Morris breaks down helpful travel tips for those looking to stay healthy while exploring the world this summer.
Study finds some pain medicines could soon be created from pine trees
Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.
Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.
Biden launches a new push to limit health care costs
President Biden rolled out a new set of initiatives to reduce health care costs and limit short term plans.
President Biden rolled out a new set of initiatives to reduce health care costs and limit short term plans.