Illinoisans at risk for dangerous tick-borne disease
Illinois doctors are on high alert for a dangerous and sometimes deadly tick-borne disease that's on the rise nationwide.
Illinois doctors are on high alert for a dangerous and sometimes deadly tick-borne disease that's on the rise nationwide.
McConnell leaves rehab facility following therapy for concussion
The 81-year-old Kentucky Republican said in a statement released by his office that he will work from home for the next few days.
The 81-year-old Kentucky Republican said in a statement released by his office that he will work from home for the next few days.
Advocate Health relaxing COVID-19 masking, visitation protocols
Now that spring is here and COVID-19 infection rates remain relatively low in Illinois, Advocate Health Care is relaxing its visiting and masking protocols.
Now that spring is here and COVID-19 infection rates remain relatively low in Illinois, Advocate Health Care is relaxing its visiting and masking protocols.
Researchers discover link between hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer risk
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health walks us through the latest headlines coming out of the medical community.
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health walks us through the latest headlines coming out of the medical community.
Eyedrop recall: Two more people die amid outbreak of bacteria
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
Special Report: What exactly is this new trend known as 'Sleep Tourism'?
In Chicago, some hotels are creating special experiences for sleep tourists.
In Chicago, some hotels are creating special experiences for sleep tourists.
Sleep tourism: Vacationing for better sleep
Sleep tourism is a new trend where travelers are working to improve their quality of sleep, and even more simply, get some rest, both physically and mentally.
Sleep tourism is a new trend where travelers are working to improve their quality of sleep, and even more simply, get some rest, both physically and mentally.
Evidence of PFAS, ‘forever chemicals,’ found in toilet paper, study says
PFAS don’t degrade in the environment and are linked to a broad range of health issues, including low birthweight and kidney cancer.
PFAS don’t degrade in the environment and are linked to a broad range of health issues, including low birthweight and kidney cancer.
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.