New diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak has now sickened 72 people
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday.
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday.
CVS offers new pharmacy option for pet owners
CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.
CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.
Joliet warehouse proposal prompts new measure targeting pollution
Northern Builders plans to build a 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Joliet, a project that could bring more truck traffic and increased emissions. State Sen. Rachel Ventura joins Good Day Chicago to discuss new legislation she introduced to help protect nearby neighborhoods from pollution associated with large industrial developments.
Northern Builders plans to build a 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Joliet, a project that could bring more truck traffic and increased emissions. State Sen. Rachel Ventura joins Good Day Chicago to discuss new legislation she introduced to help protect nearby neighborhoods from pollution associated with large industrial developments.
Allergy medication recall: Cetirizine tablets pulled over contamination risk
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to 4,100 cases, 7,500 more unconfirmed
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
FDA still looking into Taylor Farms as cyclospora source despite false positive test
The Food and Drug Administration is still warning consumers to be careful consuming Taylor Farms lettuce after it said a test that appeared to link cyclospora to lettuce served at Taco Bell was actually a false positive.
The Food and Drug Administration is still warning consumers to be careful consuming Taylor Farms lettuce after it said a test that appeared to link cyclospora to lettuce served at Taco Bell was actually a false positive.
Five cups of coffee a day okay for most, may benefit heart health: study
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
Report finds high levels of hazardous air from wildfire smoke inside Chicago apartments
A recent report found that the air quality inside apartments was just as hazardous as outside due to wildfire smoke. Melissa Bernardo from Alertify breaks down the data and what you can do to protect your home from outside smoke.
A recent report found that the air quality inside apartments was just as hazardous as outside due to wildfire smoke. Melissa Bernardo from Alertify breaks down the data and what you can do to protect your home from outside smoke.
FDA to continue cyclosporiasis investigation as restaurant traffic declines
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.
Why the US cyclospora outbreak is difficult to trace
Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation.
Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation.
Millions warned that popular summer fruit can seriously interfere with medications
Amid this summer's sweltering temperatures, many people are finding relief by sipping fruity cocktails and smoothies or drinking fruit juices.
Amid this summer's sweltering temperatures, many people are finding relief by sipping fruity cocktails and smoothies or drinking fruit juices.
FDA: Taylor Farms lettuce Cyclospora finding was a false positive
The FDA has revealed that Taylor Farms is not the source of the Cyclospora contamination after determining the initial test result was a false positive. Officials are still investigating the outbreak, and the source of the parasite remains unknown.
The FDA has revealed that Taylor Farms is not the source of the Cyclospora contamination after determining the initial test result was a false positive. Officials are still investigating the outbreak, and the source of the parasite remains unknown.
Dr Oz reveals the healthy retirement habit that could make America $1 trillion richer
The key to improving Americans' health is reducing healthcare costs while helping people stay active and productive for longer, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital.
The key to improving Americans' health is reducing healthcare costs while helping people stay active and productive for longer, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital.
Canadian wildfire smoke keeps air quality unhealthy across parts of Chicagoland
An air quality alert remains in effect as smoke from Canadian wildfires lingers over northern Illinois, prompting health officials to urge sensitive groups to stay indoors or wear an N95 or KN95 mask outside.
An air quality alert remains in effect as smoke from Canadian wildfires lingers over northern Illinois, prompting health officials to urge sensitive groups to stay indoors or wear an N95 or KN95 mask outside.
Aortic dissection: Warning signs after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death
After Sen. Lindsey Graham died from an aortic dissection, a survivor and the heart surgeon who saved his life explain the warning signs, treatment and what everyone should know about this often-overlooked emergency.
After Sen. Lindsey Graham died from an aortic dissection, a survivor and the heart surgeon who saved his life explain the warning signs, treatment and what everyone should know about this often-overlooked emergency.
Meet the 'Sewer Monster' fighting mosquitoes, West Nile virus
Loyola University Chicago researcher Justin Harbison explains how treating storm drains helps reduce mosquito populations and shares what homeowners can do to lower the risk of West Nile virus.
Loyola University Chicago researcher Justin Harbison explains how treating storm drains helps reduce mosquito populations and shares what homeowners can do to lower the risk of West Nile virus.
FDA reverses course, says Taylor Farms lettuce test for diarrhea-causing parasite was false positive
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
Taylor Farms cyclospora finding was a false positive, FDA says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive.
Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold.
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold.