Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
Chicago veteran marks 100th birthday cancer-free
A Chicago World War II veteran who once fought for his life on the front lines faced a different kind of battle this year — just as he was preparing to turn 100.
A Chicago World War II veteran who once fought for his life on the front lines faced a different kind of battle this year — just as he was preparing to turn 100.
Chicago's first mental health urgent care opens in River North | ChicagoNOW
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
Shocking diet that helps diabetic patients | ChicagoNOW
A new study says a plant-based diet can lower insulin cost and use by 28%. Serena Poon, Certified Nutritionist and Longevity Wellness Advisor, joins via zoom to break down this diet.
A new study says a plant-based diet can lower insulin cost and use by 28%. Serena Poon, Certified Nutritionist and Longevity Wellness Advisor, joins via zoom to break down this diet.
Infant formula recalled nationwide after botulism contamination warning
The FDA recalls a popular baby formula brand linked to rare botulism cases — Dr. Annie Mlnarik explains how this happened, what symptoms parents should watch for, and how to keep formula safe.
The FDA recalls a popular baby formula brand linked to rare botulism cases — Dr. Annie Mlnarik explains how this happened, what symptoms parents should watch for, and how to keep formula safe.
Warning labels on menopause estrogen therapy removed
The FDA will now remove a major warning on hormone replacement therapy that prevented many women from using it.
The FDA will now remove a major warning on hormone replacement therapy that prevented many women from using it.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
Link between trauma & eating | ChicagoNOW
Weight-loss trends have been around for years, with the latest being GLP1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Meg Bowman, licensed nutritionist and trauma expert weighs in on what's causing these weight loss crazes.
Weight-loss trends have been around for years, with the latest being GLP1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Meg Bowman, licensed nutritionist and trauma expert weighs in on what's causing these weight loss crazes.
Local viral plastic surgeon weighs in on Gen Z facelift craze | ChicagoNOW
More young people are opting for facelift surgery in their 20’s. Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, plastic surgeon at Many Faces of Chicago gives his take on younger people going under the knife.
More young people are opting for facelift surgery in their 20’s. Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, plastic surgeon at Many Faces of Chicago gives his take on younger people going under the knife.
Black market Botox | ChicagoNOW
The FDA is warning consumers to keep an eye out for counterfeit versions of Botox currently flooding the market.
The FDA is warning consumers to keep an eye out for counterfeit versions of Botox currently flooding the market.
‘Wait Until 8th’ movement aims to protect kids by delaying smartphone use
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
Baby formula recalled over possible infant botulism outbreak
The Food and Drug Administration said that botulism illnesses have been reported in multiple states.
The Food and Drug Administration said that botulism illnesses have been reported in multiple states.
Mpox infections climb again in Chicago area, health officials say
Health officials say mpox cases are rising again in Chicago. The virus, once called monkeypox, causes rashes, sores, fever and tiredness.
Health officials say mpox cases are rising again in Chicago. The virus, once called monkeypox, causes rashes, sores, fever and tiredness.
Health officials tracking mpox rise
Doctors say mpox is still here and spreading again in Chicago.
Doctors say mpox is still here and spreading again in Chicago.
New book offers tools for mindfulness and comfort | ChicagoNOW
Author, mindfulness expert, podcast host, Michelle Maros joins in studio to talk about her book "Dear Friend". The book has 365 daily reflections to help you along your mental wellness journey.
Author, mindfulness expert, podcast host, Michelle Maros joins in studio to talk about her book "Dear Friend". The book has 365 daily reflections to help you along your mental wellness journey.
Local doctor weighs in on blood test that can detect 50 types of cancer | ChicagoNOW
A new blood test takes early detection to a new level with its ability to test for 50 different types of cancer. Dr. Mohamed Abazeed with Northwestern Medicine weighs in.
A new blood test takes early detection to a new level with its ability to test for 50 different types of cancer. Dr. Mohamed Abazeed with Northwestern Medicine weighs in.
Trump announces price cuts on Wegovy, Zepbound
President Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for their obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy. Here’s what we know.
President Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for their obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy. Here’s what we know.
Chicago heart expert breaks down new study linking melatonin use to heart risks
Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center joins to explain new research suggesting a potential connection between melatonin supplements and heart health concerns, and what it means for regular users.
Dr. Tochukwu Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center joins to explain new research suggesting a potential connection between melatonin supplements and heart health concerns, and what it means for regular users.
New study links long-term melatonin use to higher risk of heart failure
A new study finds adults who use melatonin for a year or more may face a sharply increased risk of heart failure. Sleep specialist Dr. Kelly Gill explains what this means and whether it’s time to reconsider the popular sleep aid.
A new study finds adults who use melatonin for a year or more may face a sharply increased risk of heart failure. Sleep specialist Dr. Kelly Gill explains what this means and whether it’s time to reconsider the popular sleep aid.