Healthiest and unhealthiest cities in the US - See where your city ranks

A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.

Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness

Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.

Tuberculosis cases rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'

Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic, health officials have warned.

NASA astronaut reveals what prompted space station evacuation

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke prompted the first medical evacuation earlier this year from the International Space Station. He’s doing fine today and sharing details of what happened.

Chicago-area doctor travels to Bolivia to remove 22-pound tumor | ChicagoLIVE
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Dr. Malcolm Bilimoria of Endeavor Health Medical Group and his team traveled to Bolivia, where a young man was waiting for life-saving care with a massive 22-pound tumor.

Shopper’s guide highlights fruits and veggies with the most pesticide residue
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Dr. Alexa Friedman from the Environmental Working Group breaks down the “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen,” helping consumers decide which produce is worth buying organic.

Barry Manilow reveals how routine doctor visit for hip pain uncovered hidden cancer diagnosis

The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.

USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.

Friend donates liver, helping woman beat advanced colorectal cancer: 'Another chance at life'

A woman diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer is now cancer-free after a liver transplant from a lifelong friend, highlighting a promising treatment option for select patients.

These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests

Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.

South Side health conference aims to empower women across generations
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Ald. Jeanette Taylor (20th) previews a weekend event focused on expanding healthcare education, creating safe spaces for discussion and connecting women of all ages with resources.

Alcohol linked to rising colon cancer risk as disease becomes leading killer

Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.

This major city is introducing paid menstrual leave for female public workers

A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.

RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules

A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.