City inspection finds cockroaches, black slime at Chicago hospital
A city inspection found hundreds of live cockroaches and black slime at a Chicago hospital food facility.
A city inspection found hundreds of live cockroaches and black slime at a Chicago hospital food facility.
Lung cancer can grow silently for years, here’s who qualifies for screening
Cancer can strike at any age, often without symptoms. For many cancers, routine screening remains the best way to detect the disease early and reduce the risk of death.
Cancer can strike at any age, often without symptoms. For many cancers, routine screening remains the best way to detect the disease early and reduce the risk of death.
Jalen Hurts diagnosed with multiple blood clots in lungs, will reportedly miss rest of season
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has received a new medical diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, the team and his agent announced Monday.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has received a new medical diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, the team and his agent announced Monday.
E-bike ER visits skyrocket 760% with child injuries up over 1,800%
Newly released medical data is revealing just how dangerous the surge in e-bike popularity has become.
Newly released medical data is revealing just how dangerous the surge in e-bike popularity has become.
New protein ranking names unexpected winner over beef, salmon and eggs
A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs — it was an everyday food many shoppers may be overlooking.
A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs — it was an everyday food many shoppers may be overlooking.
Pope Leo XIV leaves hospital 4 days after surgery for lung cancer
Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer.
Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer.
FDA clears use of AI tool designed to predict whether breast cancer will recur
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
Suburban Chicago couple hopes to inspire plasma donations after life-changing treatment
A Chicago-area couple is sharing how plasma donations changed their lives, hoping to inspire others to donate.
A Chicago-area couple is sharing how plasma donations changed their lives, hoping to inspire others to donate.
Suburban Chicago couple hopes to inspire plasma donations after life-changing treatment
A Chicago-area couple is sharing how plasma donations changed their lives, hoping to inspire others to donate.
A Chicago-area couple is sharing how plasma donations changed their lives, hoping to inspire others to donate.
Flu season starts early in Chicago
Medical professionals say flu season arrived early this year in Chicago.
Medical professionals say flu season arrived early this year in Chicago.
No streaks: Sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for 25 years now available in US
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Walmart to offer employees hundreds of free medications, including GLP-1s
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
Can you really be scared to death? A cardiologist explains
A Downers Grove cardiologist explains how fear affects the heart and who may face serious risks from scary movies and haunted houses.
A Downers Grove cardiologist explains how fear affects the heart and who may face serious risks from scary movies and haunted houses.
Expert analysis: Pope Leo recovering after lung surgery, cancer diagnosis
Dr. Edward Pickering of Rush University Medical Center explains the pope’s surgery, recovery and possible treatment options as the Vatican awaits biopsy results.
Dr. Edward Pickering of Rush University Medical Center explains the pope’s surgery, recovery and possible treatment options as the Vatican awaits biopsy results.
CVS to pay $315M after settlement in DOJ lawsuit over controlled prescriptions
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
Amazon Extra Strength Acetaminophen recalled: More than 112,000 bottles affected by discoloration complaints
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Chicagoans react to Pope Leo XIV's cancer diagnosis
Chicagoans are speaking out after the Vatican announced Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer.
Chicagoans are speaking out after the Vatican announced Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer.
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
Worst Halloween candy for kids’ teeth ranked by pediatric dentists
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
Plastic surgeon's license suspended in multi-state crackdown, CTA safety problems | The Chicago Report
An Illinois plastic surgeon's license was suspended as part of a multistate crackdown. We have the latest on where the case stands. Plus, the CTA union says safety concerns continue across the transit system. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
An Illinois plastic surgeon's license was suspended as part of a multistate crackdown. We have the latest on where the case stands. Plus, the CTA union says safety concerns continue across the transit system. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."