Back-to-school health: Tips from ear, nose and throat surgeon | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Tonia Farmer breaks down the most common back-to-school ear, nose and throat issues and how parents can keep their kids healthy. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Screwworm confirmed in US with first human case reported in Maryland: CDC
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
Kennedy Jr. pushes health trackers as Chicago experts question privacy, cost
In a Fox 32 special report, Sylvia Perez finds out if wearing a wearable is for everyone.
Hundreds of HHS staff sign letter urging RFK Jr. to stop spreading misinformation
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
Chicago doctor weighs in after Lake Tahoe resident tests positive for plague
California health officials have confirmed that a Lake Tahoe resident has tested positive for plague — a rare but serious bacterial infection most people associate with history books. The individual is recovering at home, but the case is raising questions about how often plague still appears in the U.S. and what precautions the public should take. Dr. Marielle Fricchione, an infectious disease specialist, joined ChicagNOW to help us understand the risks, the symptoms, and how people can protect themselves.
East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
South Lake Tahoe resident tests positive for plague
A South Lake Tahoe resident has tested for the plague, El Dorado County health officials announced on Wednesday.
Why Taylor Swift says to treat your energy like luxury — and how to do it
In her recent New Heights podcast appearance Taylor Swift dropped some helpful advice. She said: “Think of your energy as if it’s expensive. As if it’s a luxury item. Not everyone can afford it. Not everyone has invested in you, in order to b e able to have the capital for you to care about this.” Christy Whitman, an energy mastery expert and spiritual guide, dives deeper into treating our time and energy like a valuable currency.
Weight-loss drugs under fire: New study links them to sudden vision loss
Popular weight-loss medications may come with a hidden cost beyond the scale. Shocking new research suggests these widely used drugs could be tied to cases of sudden, severe vision loss.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Dormant cancers can be reawakened by flu, COVID: Study
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
Hate needles? Vaccines could soon be delivered via dental floss
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.