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.
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.