Dry shampoos containing cancer-causing benzene remain on store shelves, study suggests
An independent research group found that 70% of the dry shampoo samples tested showed “quantifiable levels” of benzene, with some containing up to 170 times the FDA limit.
An independent research group found that 70% of the dry shampoo samples tested showed “quantifiable levels” of benzene, with some containing up to 170 times the FDA limit.
Alternatives to chemical hair straighteners with stylist, brand CEO Shayla B.
A new study came out potentially linking chemical straighteners and relaxers to uterine cancer in women. Here are some alternatives to keep potentially harmful products out of your routine.
A new study came out potentially linking chemical straighteners and relaxers to uterine cancer in women. Here are some alternatives to keep potentially harmful products out of your routine.
Children's hospitals see nationwide surge of RSV infections
Dr. Tina Tan, infectious diseases physician at Lurie Children's Hospital, talks about the trends they are seeing with RSV infections and their impact on children.
Dr. Tina Tan, infectious diseases physician at Lurie Children's Hospital, talks about the trends they are seeing with RSV infections and their impact on children.
Jury awards $21M to family of patient after simple leg surgery left him in a vegetative state
27-year-old Carlos David Castro Rojas went to the hospital for surgery on a fracture in his shin. He now has the mental capacity of a one-year-old child.
27-year-old Carlos David Castro Rojas went to the hospital for surgery on a fracture in his shin. He now has the mental capacity of a one-year-old child.
Chicago non-profit prepares free meals for patients fighting cancer
Free restaurant-prepared meals are being given to people who've been diagnosed with and are undergoing cancer treatment at Chicago hospitals, thanks to one local non-profit. Courtney White, president and founder of Culinary Care, talks about these very special deliveries.
Free restaurant-prepared meals are being given to people who've been diagnosed with and are undergoing cancer treatment at Chicago hospitals, thanks to one local non-profit. Courtney White, president and founder of Culinary Care, talks about these very special deliveries.
Lisle boy battling cancer who received thousands of birthday cards now 'doing much better'
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that he was able to start preschool.
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that he was able to start preschool.
Suburban boy battling cancer who received thousands of birthday cards now 'doing much better'
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that has was able to start preschool.
Brittany Magnus says her son Cole still takes chemo every day for his leukemia, but that has was able to start preschool.
25th anniversary of Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
A poignant end to Breast Cancer Awareness Month this weekend. This is the 25th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. It's being held Saturday at Soldier Field, helping to fund research and provide support to those who are battling breast cancer.
A poignant end to Breast Cancer Awareness Month this weekend. This is the 25th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. It's being held Saturday at Soldier Field, helping to fund research and provide support to those who are battling breast cancer.
Chicago's top doctor looks into crystal ball, urges booster shots amid 'tripledemic' concerns
As coronavirus cases climb once again, health officials are urging Illinoisans to get their COVID-19 vaccine booster shots now to help avoid a full-blown winter surge like the state has seen the past two years.
As coronavirus cases climb once again, health officials are urging Illinoisans to get their COVID-19 vaccine booster shots now to help avoid a full-blown winter surge like the state has seen the past two years.
Chicago's top doctor looks into crystal ball, urges booster shots amid 'tripledemic' concerns
Chicago's top doctor is speaking on concerns of a "tripledemic" ahead of the Halloween season. Dr. Allison Arwady, dressed as a wizard for her health briefing Friday, looked into her crystal ball and said the science is already hinting a winter surge of COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
Chicago's top doctor is speaking on concerns of a "tripledemic" ahead of the Halloween season. Dr. Allison Arwady, dressed as a wizard for her health briefing Friday, looked into her crystal ball and said the science is already hinting a winter surge of COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
Chicago alderman and former cop working to end police suicides
The treatments include two injections that have been used by US soldiers that were at risk of committing suicide.
The treatments include two injections that have been used by US soldiers that were at risk of committing suicide.
Chicago alderman working to end police suicides
The treatments include two injections that have been used by US soldiers that were at risk of committing suicide.
The treatments include two injections that have been used by US soldiers that were at risk of committing suicide.
Fitness Friday: Fighting for first responders at Title Boxing Club
Get a heavy weight work out at Title Boxing Club. The fitness club has four locations across Chicago. The owner is offering free classes for first responders, for a limited time.
Get a heavy weight work out at Title Boxing Club. The fitness club has four locations across Chicago. The owner is offering free classes for first responders, for a limited time.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to chemicals' possible link to cancer
The FDA-recalled quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets were shipped to customers nationwide in May 2021.
The FDA-recalled quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets were shipped to customers nationwide in May 2021.
Company creating one test to screen for COVID, flu and RSV
Hospitals and doctor's offices are already seeing more patients with respiratory issues.
Hospitals and doctor's offices are already seeing more patients with respiratory issues.
911 dispatcher honored for helping mom deliver baby at home
Aurora resident Angela Morgan started having contractions and started making her way to the car to go the hospital, but the baby had other ideas.
Aurora resident Angela Morgan started having contractions and started making her way to the car to go the hospital, but the baby had other ideas.
Company creating one test to screen for COVID, flu and RSV
Dr. Ravindra says the symptoms are similar for the so-called "tripledemic" which includes COVID, flu and RSV.
Dr. Ravindra says the symptoms are similar for the so-called "tripledemic" which includes COVID, flu and RSV.
China begins administering oral COVID-19 vaccine
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
Clocking in more hours at a stressful job raises risk of depression, study finds
Researchers from the University of Michigan collected data from first-year medical residents and discovered that those who worked longer hours had three times the risk for depression.
Researchers from the University of Michigan collected data from first-year medical residents and discovered that those who worked longer hours had three times the risk for depression.
Illinois launches program to prevent 'Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome'
Illinois is launching a prevention plan to reduce the number of infants who die unexpectedly.
Illinois is launching a prevention plan to reduce the number of infants who die unexpectedly.