Northwestern Medicine has fix for Chicago nursing shortage
A nursing shortage is impacting the U.S., including in Chicago, but Northwestern Medicine has a fix for that.
Illinois bill would expand insurance coverage for diabetes treatments
A proposed bill in the Illinois state legislature aims to broaden insurance coverage for all forms of diabetes.
'A Pint for Kim' blood drive marks 5th year, aims to break donation record
There's a critical blood shortage across the country, and now more than ever, there's incentive to roll up your sleeve.
Illinois bill would expand insurance coverage for diabetes treatments
A proposed bill in the Illinois state legislature aims to broaden insurance coverage for all forms of diabetes.
A Pint for Kim: Naperville community honors cancer victim with weekend blood drive
There's a critical blood shortage across the country and now more than ever, there's incentive to roll up your sleeve. You can donate in honor of a Naperville mom who lost her life to cancer at an event held in her honor this weekend.
New program aims to tackle mental health
A local suburb is making sure residents know about their available resources.
Chicago weather: Scattered showers continue today but the sun returns tomorrow
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
Rising healthcare costs for elderly prompt concern
Everyone wants to enjoy their later years but for many, they deal with the heavy burden of financial costs for health care. Deena Centofanti has more on how those rising costs are raising concerns as well.
New COVID FLiRT variants spread across U.S.: Here's what you need to know
A new group of COVID-19 variants is sweeping across the country right now. The new variants, nicknamed "FLiRT," are the new dominant strains in the United States, according to the CDC.
Screen time for kids and teens: AAP updates guidelines for parents
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its screen time guidelines for children and teenagers with new age-based handouts.
Vampire facials connected to HIV cases: CDC
Three women were diagnosed with HIV after receiving "vampire facials" at an unlicensed spa. This comes after counterfeit Botox has been causing illness in user across the country. Dr. Lauren Fine from Fine Dermatology explains how to seek safe cosmetic care.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Annual 'A Pint for Kim' Blood Drive returns this Saturday
The 5th Annual A Pint For Kim Blood Drive returns to Naperville this Saturday, May 11. The drive honors the memory of Kim Sandford who fought an eight-year battle with a rare cancer. This year's event will be at Naperville North High School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be music, games and free fun for the whole family.
Doctors urge more breast cancer screenings after alarming rise in cases
FOX medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about the new breast cancer screening recommendations.
Music Workshop founder on why it's important to foster a love of music in children
Music Workshop founder and executive director Amy Richter talks about their new course for teachers called "Wellbeing in the Music Classroom."
Rising school violence sparks concern: Chicago agency links increase to mental health crisis
Since the beginning of the school year, there have been countless fights, threats and even arrests and it's more than we've seen in recent years. It has left many people wondering what is going on? One agency in Chicago is saying we are witnessing symptoms of America's mental health crisis.
Illinois jury finds surgeon negligent after girl's esophagus was torn, stent dropped in stomach in 2011
An Illinois surgeon was found negligent by a jury last week for his treatment of a girl who went to the hospital for a choking episode in 2011.
COVID-19 variants called FLiRT are spreading across US
The COVID-19 variants, nicknamed FLiRT, account for about one in four infections. Here's what to know.
Chicago company to pay $1M for submitting false claims to Medicare
A Chicago healthcare company and its proprietor have agreed to pay $1 million to settle a civil lawsuit with the United States stemming from allegations of submitting false claims to Medicare.
New Chicago research center targets diversity in clinical trials
A new research center aims to engage Chicago's Black and brown communities in clinical trials, striving to address disparities in participation rates.