Over a billion young people at risk of hearing loss from loud music, venues, study suggests
The study said that young people between the ages of 12 to 34 often engage in “unsafe listening practices,” like the use of headphones and attending noisy venues.
The study said that young people between the ages of 12 to 34 often engage in “unsafe listening practices,” like the use of headphones and attending noisy venues.
How often should you actually wash your hair?
Doctor Peter Young, Medical Director for KEEPS, says you should shampoo every two-three days for the average scalp. If you produce more oil or you have a dryer skin you may need to shampoo more or less. To put myths to rest, Young says the amount you wash your hair does not directly correlate to hair loss.
Doctor Peter Young, Medical Director for KEEPS, says you should shampoo every two-three days for the average scalp. If you produce more oil or you have a dryer skin you may need to shampoo more or less. To put myths to rest, Young says the amount you wash your hair does not directly correlate to hair loss.
Illinois congresswomen push for improved healthcare coverage before end of year
Some Illinois representatives are calling on Congress to do more to improve healthcare coverage in its end-of-the-year agenda.
Some Illinois representatives are calling on Congress to do more to improve healthcare coverage in its end-of-the-year agenda.
Underwood, Kelly push for improved healthcare coverage before end of year
Some Illinois representatives are calling on Congress to do more to improve healthcare coverage in its end of the year agenda.
Some Illinois representatives are calling on Congress to do more to improve healthcare coverage in its end of the year agenda.
Experimental cancer vaccine shows promising results in animal studies, NIH researchers find
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
As the days get shorter, the threat of seasonal affective disorder gets greater
Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about seasonal affective disorder and why it impacts some people more than others this time of year.
Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about seasonal affective disorder and why it impacts some people more than others this time of year.
Watch: Girl, 9, cries tears of joy as mother reveals she's cancer-free
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Illinois officials urge flu, COVID vaccines
The flu is bad and early this year. So, be careful if you are heading to certain regions in the U.S. this Thanksgiving.
The flu is bad and early this year. So, be careful if you are heading to certain regions in the U.S. this Thanksgiving.
New study could change the focus of treatment for some people with Autism
A study could change the focus of treatment for some people with autism.
A study could change the focus of treatment for some people with autism.
Study: COVID reinfection could be deadly
People who get COVID a second time, apparently face a significantly higher risk of death.
People who get COVID a second time, apparently face a significantly higher risk of death.
COVID-19 deaths down 90% since February, WHO says
Overall, the WHO has reported 629 million cases and 6.5 million deaths linked to the pandemic.
Overall, the WHO has reported 629 million cases and 6.5 million deaths linked to the pandemic.
Chicago rises back up to ‘medium’ COVID-19 risk level
COVID-19 transmission has risen to a medium risk level across the Chicago area, as temperatures drop and cases rise once again, health officials said Friday.
COVID-19 transmission has risen to a medium risk level across the Chicago area, as temperatures drop and cases rise once again, health officials said Friday.
Fitness Friday: Rowing for results with Row House in Lincoln Park
Are you in the market for a low impact high intensity work out? Row for some results at Row House in Lincoln Park. Your first class is free so curious customers can try before they buy.
Are you in the market for a low impact high intensity work out? Row for some results at Row House in Lincoln Park. Your first class is free so curious customers can try before they buy.
Too much screen time can impact a child's vision, experts say — try this to give eyes a break
Researchers say the rate of nearsightedness has nearly doubled since 1971, most likely due to a combination of factors such as being indoors more and staring more frequently at near things like a cell phone.
Researchers say the rate of nearsightedness has nearly doubled since 1971, most likely due to a combination of factors such as being indoors more and staring more frequently at near things like a cell phone.
After kidney exchange, families meet for first time
Rick Calcutt's only hope was a kidney donation, but he worried a waitlist would take too long. And his wife, Marissa Calcutt, was not a match.
Rick Calcutt's only hope was a kidney donation, but he worried a waitlist would take too long. And his wife, Marissa Calcutt, was not a match.
After kidney exchange, families meet for first time: 'A small sacrifice — a big impact'
Rick Calcutt's only hope was a kidney donation, but he worried a waitlist would take too long. And his wife, Marissa Calcutt, was not a match.
Rick Calcutt's only hope was a kidney donation, but he worried a waitlist would take too long. And his wife, Marissa Calcutt, was not a match.
Kidney donation celebrated in Oak Lawn
A suburban couple was involved in a reunion of sorts Thursday, meeting others involved in a kidney donation exchange.
A suburban couple was involved in a reunion of sorts Thursday, meeting others involved in a kidney donation exchange.
Health officials encourage COVID-19 booster as Thanksgiving nears
With Thanksgiving two weeks away, public health officials are recommending that Americans get the new COVID-19 booster tweaked to target the most common omicron strain.
With Thanksgiving two weeks away, public health officials are recommending that Americans get the new COVID-19 booster tweaked to target the most common omicron strain.
Father who lost son to fentanyl overdose warns others about counterfeit prescription pills
Dean Jeske, whose son died after taking a pill laced with fentanyl, talks about his son's enduring legacy and expounds on the life-threatening dangers of taking counterfeit presciption pills.
Dean Jeske, whose son died after taking a pill laced with fentanyl, talks about his son's enduring legacy and expounds on the life-threatening dangers of taking counterfeit presciption pills.
New technology aims to help people suffering from sinus problems and allergies
Dr. Jay Pinto from University of Chicago Medicine talks about a new delivery device that helps medicine travel deeper into the sinuses and reduce symptoms.
Dr. Jay Pinto from University of Chicago Medicine talks about a new delivery device that helps medicine travel deeper into the sinuses and reduce symptoms.