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.
Hoffman Estates approves raising ambulance fees
The next time you call an ambulance in Hoffman Estates, it's going to cost more money.
The next time you call an ambulance in Hoffman Estates, it's going to cost more money.
Disney star Raven-Symoné suffered seizure after getting plastic surgery before turning 18
After facing much criticism for her weight over the years, the Disney child star admitted she got two breast reductions and liposuction before the age of 18.
After facing much criticism for her weight over the years, the Disney child star admitted she got two breast reductions and liposuction before the age of 18.
FDA approves pill for postpartum depression
Doctors from Rush University Medical Center had a hand in testing the new pill.
Doctors from Rush University Medical Center had a hand in testing the new pill.
Illinois officials urge organ donations to help bridge minority donor gap
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month and Illinois officials are making a plea for organ donations.
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month and Illinois officials are making a plea for organ donations.
Illinois officials urge organ donations to help bridge minority donor gap
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month and Illinois officials are making a plea for organ donations.
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month and Illinois officials are making a plea for organ donations.
Cosmetics use can increase cancer risk
Kristina Marusic, author of "A New War on Cancer," talks about how even popular cosmetics can increase your risk of getting cancer.
Kristina Marusic, author of "A New War on Cancer," talks about how even popular cosmetics can increase your risk of getting cancer.