Pill shows promise in fighting hair loss
A pill is giving hope to millions of people suffering from hair loss.
A pill is giving hope to millions of people suffering from hair loss.
No surge, but still 'jarring': COVID cases creeping up in Chicago
The days of shuttered restaurants and mask mandates might feel like socially distant memories, but physicians say Chicago’s late-summer rise in COVID cases and hospitalizations — no matter how slight — is a reminder the virus still packs a devastating punch for vulnerable communities.
The days of shuttered restaurants and mask mandates might feel like socially distant memories, but physicians say Chicago’s late-summer rise in COVID cases and hospitalizations — no matter how slight — is a reminder the virus still packs a devastating punch for vulnerable communities.
Metaverse workouts: Digital fitness class trend heating up
Can you get a workout in the metaverse? There's a big trend of people taking digital fitness classes.
Can you get a workout in the metaverse? There's a big trend of people taking digital fitness classes.
Facing breast cancer, couple pursues fertility treatment to realize dream of parenthood
Cancer can put a hold on plans for many families, including having children. But one couple is still hopeful they will become parents one day. Now, there's a good chance they will, thanks to a fertility treatment.
Cancer can put a hold on plans for many families, including having children. But one couple is still hopeful they will become parents one day. Now, there's a good chance they will, thanks to a fertility treatment.
University of Illinois developing 'Star Wars'-inspired self-driving wheelchair
For their latest life-changing invention, University of Illinois researchers took inspiration from Star Wars. They've developed a hands-free wheelchair, that could eventually operate like a self-driving car.
For their latest life-changing invention, University of Illinois researchers took inspiration from Star Wars. They've developed a hands-free wheelchair, that could eventually operate like a self-driving car.
University of Illinois developing 'Star Wars'-inspired self-driving wheelchair
For their latest life-changing invention, University of Illinois researchers took inspiration from Star Wars. They've developed a hands-free wheelchair, that could eventually operate like a self-driving car.
For their latest life-changing invention, University of Illinois researchers took inspiration from Star Wars. They've developed a hands-free wheelchair, that could eventually operate like a self-driving car.
Wagovy, Ozempic patients could face higher risk of complications under anesthesia
Drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic can slow digestion so much that it puts patients at increased risk for pulmonary aspiration when they're under anesthesia.
Drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic can slow digestion so much that it puts patients at increased risk for pulmonary aspiration when they're under anesthesia.
Swim Across America raises money for cancer research
Swim Across America participants are making waves Saturday morning at Ohio Street Beach to raise money for the battle against cancer.
Swim Across America participants are making waves Saturday morning at Ohio Street Beach to raise money for the battle against cancer.
Chicago mayor fires Dr. Allison Arwady despite plea from board of public health
Dr. Allison Arwady, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, was fired Friday.
Dr. Allison Arwady, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, was fired Friday.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson fires Dr. Allison Arwady despite plea from board of public health
Dr. Allison Arwady, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, was fired Friday.
Dr. Allison Arwady, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, was fired Friday.
Latino Family Wellness & Health Equity tour rolls through Chicago this Saturday
Over 40 providers will offer free health services to Latino Chicagoans this weekend as kids get ready to return to school.
Over 40 providers will offer free health services to Latino Chicagoans this weekend as kids get ready to return to school.
Deal reached between Loretto Hospital, union after 11 days on strike
A new labor agreement was announced Thursday between Loretto Hospital and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
A new labor agreement was announced Thursday between Loretto Hospital and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Narcan boxes installed across Evanston to combat opioid overdoses
The city of Evanston is launching a new chapter in its fight against opioid overdoses.
The city of Evanston is launching a new chapter in its fight against opioid overdoses.
Narcan boxes installed across Evanston to combat opioid overdoses
The City of Evanston is launching a new chapter in its fight against opioid overdoses. Emergency naloxone boxes are being installed across the city.
The City of Evanston is launching a new chapter in its fight against opioid overdoses. Emergency naloxone boxes are being installed across the city.
Vigil held as Loretto Hospital strike enters 11th day
As the strike at a West Side hospital stretches into its eleventh day, workers, faith leaders and community leaders held a vigil Wednesday morning.
As the strike at a West Side hospital stretches into its eleventh day, workers, faith leaders and community leaders held a vigil Wednesday morning.
FDA approves first fast-acting pill for postpartum depression
Postpartum depression symptoms can be felt anytime within the first year following a pregnancy. A new fast acting pill could help mothers cope with their symptoms.
Postpartum depression symptoms can be felt anytime within the first year following a pregnancy. A new fast acting pill could help mothers cope with their symptoms.
COVID-19 took a toll on heart health as doctors still determine how to help
Research showed that up to a year after a bout of COVID-19, some people can develop problems ranging from blood clots to irregular heartbeats to a heart attack.
Research showed that up to a year after a bout of COVID-19, some people can develop problems ranging from blood clots to irregular heartbeats to a heart attack.
New COVID-19 variant ‘Eris’ spreads across US, other countries
EG.5, which is unofficially nicknamed Eris, has already become the most prevalent variant in the U.S.
EG.5, which is unofficially nicknamed Eris, has already become the most prevalent variant in the U.S.
Chicago Bears icon Steve McMichael returning home after spending days in ICU
Steve McMichael?s close friend said Tuesday the Chicago Bears legend's health continues to improve and that he is being released from the hospital.
Steve McMichael?s close friend said Tuesday the Chicago Bears legend's health continues to improve and that he is being released from the hospital.
Chicago Bears icon Steve McMichael returning home after spending days in ICU
Steve McMichael’s close friend said Tuesday the Chicago Bears legend's health continues to improve and that he is being released from the hospital.
Steve McMichael’s close friend said Tuesday the Chicago Bears legend's health continues to improve and that he is being released from the hospital.