CDC warns potentially deadly fungus spreading at 'alarming rate'
A deadly fungus that is resistant to many anti-fungal medications is spreading among hospital patients and those with chronic illness. Dr. Robert Citronberg with Advocate Healthcare has more on the spread.
A deadly fungus that is resistant to many anti-fungal medications is spreading among hospital patients and those with chronic illness. Dr. Robert Citronberg with Advocate Healthcare has more on the spread.
Mobile clinics bring addiction assistance to communities
Some states are coming up with new ways to prevent fentanyl overdoses, including a system that will show up where it?s most needed.
Some states are coming up with new ways to prevent fentanyl overdoses, including a system that will show up where it?s most needed.
California bill could lead to a ban on Skittles and other popular candies
A first-of-its-kind bill in California could lead to the ban of popular candies like Skittles, Nerds, and Hot Tamales due to certain additives considered dangerous and toxic.
A first-of-its-kind bill in California could lead to the ban of popular candies like Skittles, Nerds, and Hot Tamales due to certain additives considered dangerous and toxic.
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
DEA issues dire US warning of fentanyl mixed with flesh-eating 'tranq' drug
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Rush plans 60,000 square-foot outpatient medical center on former site of Sears store
The $70 million center will have 90 exam rooms, providing services ranging from urgent and primary care to imaging and diagnostics.
The $70 million center will have 90 exam rooms, providing services ranging from urgent and primary care to imaging and diagnostics.
The Sleep Doctor weighs in on the effectiveness of sleep aids
Dr. Michael Breus, aka "The Sleep Doctor," weighs in on a few of our burning questions about getting quality sleep.
Dr. Michael Breus, aka "The Sleep Doctor," weighs in on a few of our burning questions about getting quality sleep.
7 dangerous TikTok challenges for kids that parents must know about: 'Extreme and risky'
Risky challenges on TikTok have many parents, caregivers and doctors concerned.
Risky challenges on TikTok have many parents, caregivers and doctors concerned.
Frozen fruit sold at Trader Joe's, other stores recalled over risk of Hepatitis A contamination
Scenic Fruit Company has recalled frozen organic strawberries and frozen organic tropical fruit blend due to a possible risk of Hepatitis A contamination.
Scenic Fruit Company has recalled frozen organic strawberries and frozen organic tropical fruit blend due to a possible risk of Hepatitis A contamination.
Eye drops recall: Deadly bacteria outbreak linked to vision loss, removal of eyeballs
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
Rare tick-borne babesiosis disease on the rise in northeastern US, says CDC: Here's why
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
'Healthy Illinois For All' bill would provide more healthcare coverage for low-income residents, immigrants
Providing more health coverage is the focus of a new Illinois bill for low-income residents, regardless of immigration status.
Providing more health coverage is the focus of a new Illinois bill for low-income residents, regardless of immigration status.
'Healthy Illinois For All' bill would provide more healthcare coverage for low-income residents
Providing more health coverage is the focus of a new Illinois bill for low-income residents, regardless of immigration status.
Providing more health coverage is the focus of a new Illinois bill for low-income residents, regardless of immigration status.
Widest gap of life expectancy is any US city is in these two Chicago neighborhoods: study
The age difference is alarming.
The age difference is alarming.
Mental healthcare worker shortage causing crisis among young people
There is a mental health worker shortage, and officials say it is causing a crisis among kids and teenagers who need services.
There is a mental health worker shortage, and officials say it is causing a crisis among kids and teenagers who need services.
Widest gap of life expectancy is any US city is in these two Chicago neighborhoods
Community members and leaders addressed the mental health-related causes and effects of gun violence in the heart of Englewood Friday where life expectancy is only 60 years old.
Community members and leaders addressed the mental health-related causes and effects of gun violence in the heart of Englewood Friday where life expectancy is only 60 years old.
3 years, 4 million cases, more than 36,000 deaths: Numbers shape Illinois' dismal COVID-19 story
Statistics don’t tell the whole story of the pandemic. But experts say the data they’ve collected provides vital insights into how the outbreak has hit different communities — and what everyone should think about as we learn to live with the virus permanently.
Statistics don’t tell the whole story of the pandemic. But experts say the data they’ve collected provides vital insights into how the outbreak has hit different communities — and what everyone should think about as we learn to live with the virus permanently.
Debunking popular TikTok and Instagram diet 'hacks'
Registered dietitian and CEO of Culina Health Vanessa Rissetto debunks popular diet "hacks" that have made the rounds on TikTok and Instagram.
Registered dietitian and CEO of Culina Health Vanessa Rissetto debunks popular diet "hacks" that have made the rounds on TikTok and Instagram.
Fitness Friday: Breaking a sweat at Barry's River North
Barry's offer curated exercises to hit every muscle. The red lit studios can be found in Wicker Park, Lincoln Park and River North.
Barry's offer curated exercises to hit every muscle. The red lit studios can be found in Wicker Park, Lincoln Park and River North.
Allison Arwady, City Hall’s calming voice on COVID, hopes to stay on under next mayor
Mayor Lightfoot has been voted out of office. The police superintendent has left. But the doctor who advised Chicagoans about how to live our lives during the COVID-19 pandemic is still here and has no plans to step down.
Mayor Lightfoot has been voted out of office. The police superintendent has left. But the doctor who advised Chicagoans about how to live our lives during the COVID-19 pandemic is still here and has no plans to step down.