New technology aims to help people suffering from sinus problems and allergies
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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.

Deli meats and cheeses linked to deadly listeria outbreak in 6 states, CDC says

One person died and 13 have been hospitalized across six states in the outbreak, the CDC said, which added that the true number of sick people "is likely higher."

What is skin cycling and is it effective? Chicago doctor weighs in on social media trend
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Nowadays it seems like everyone on social media is sharing their skin care routines. What works for one doesn't always work for all. One Chicago area dermatologist, Dr. Lauren Fine, weighs in on social media skin care trends like skin cycling.

Flu season hitting US earlier and harder in 2022
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Fox medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano walks us through the latest headlines coming out of the medical community and talks about why flu season could be especially potent this year.

New study reveals a third type of SIBO: Here's what that means for your gut health
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Dr. Mark Pimentel, Cedars-Sinai gastroenterologist, talks about the findings from their new study that revealed a third type of small intenstine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).

How the quality of your sleep is impacting your metabolic health
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Metabolic research scientist Dr. Benjamin Bikman talks about how your sleeping patterns could be impacting your metabolic health and other takeaways from his book "Why We Get Sick."

US flu hospitalization rate highest its been since 2009 swine flu pandemic, experts say

The winter flu season usually ramps up in December or January. Reports of another respiratory virus, RSV, also continue to increase nationally, although health officials are optimistic that they are seeing some early signs that the wave of RSV may be starting to wane.

Illinois AG Raoul urges FDA to approve over-the-counter birth control pill
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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined a 21-state coalition urging the Food and Drug Administration to approve the country's first over-the-counter birth control pill.

Share the Drop offers free platform for mothers to donate and/or receive breast milk
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Celia Castleman, co-founder of Share the Drop, talks about the importance of giving newborns access to breast milk and how her platform is helping to build a network of supply and support for mothers.

US deaths caused by alcohol spiked during pandemic, CDC reports show

Deaths attributed to alcohol were highest for people ages 55 to 64, but rose dramatically for certain other groups, including jumping 42% among women ages 35 to 44.

Study: Video games can lead to ‘enhanced cognitive performance in children’

Findings from the study suggest kids who played video games three or more hours a week performed better with intellectual abilities, including working memory.

Pfizer-BioNTech testing combination flu-COVID-19 vaccine

The WHO estimates 290,000 to 650,000 people worldwide die of flu-related causes every year. About 1.1 million people in the U.S. have died from COVID-19.

Pros and cons of using telehealth apps and appointments
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Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health talks about the benefits and pitfalls of companies who use telehealth apps and appointments as their primary business model.