3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
Man suffering with monkeypox speaks out as cases rise in Chicago area
Monkeypox is causing extreme oral, anal, and genital pain so extreme that it's leading to issues eating, urinating and defecating.
Monkeypox is causing extreme oral, anal, and genital pain so extreme that it's leading to issues eating, urinating and defecating.
Man suffering with monkeypox speaks out as cases rise in Chicago area
Monkeypox is causing extreme oral, anal, and genital pain so extreme that it's leading to issues eating, urinating and defecating.
Monkeypox is causing extreme oral, anal, and genital pain so extreme that it's leading to issues eating, urinating and defecating.
Illinois reports 35,370 new COVID cases, 48 deaths in past week
Illinois public health officials reported 35,371 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 48 deaths since last Friday.
Illinois public health officials reported 35,371 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 48 deaths since last Friday.
First confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County reported, health officials say
The first confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County was reported Friday, according to McHenry County public health officials.
The first confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County was reported Friday, according to McHenry County public health officials.
Illinois reports 35,370 new COVID cases, 48 deaths in past week
Illinois public health officials reported 35,371 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 48 deaths since last Friday.
Illinois public health officials reported 35,371 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 48 deaths since last Friday.
First confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County reported, health officials say
The first confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County was reported Friday, according to McHenry County public health officials.
The first confirmed case of monkeypox in McHenry County was reported Friday, according to McHenry County public health officials.
Why you should consider brain care as part of your daily self-care routine
Dr. Patrick Porter, neuroscience expert and founder of BrainTap, talks about why brain fitness should not be ignored and how it serves as a vital form of self care.
Dr. Patrick Porter, neuroscience expert and founder of BrainTap, talks about why brain fitness should not be ignored and how it serves as a vital form of self care.
COVID omicron vaccine: US reaches deal with Moderna for winter booster shots
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
Drug use at Lollapalooza: mixed messages from Lightfoot, Arwady
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago’s top doctor sent mixed messages on Thursday to the thousands of young people streaming into Lollapalooza for a weekend of music and partying.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago’s top doctor sent mixed messages on Thursday to the thousands of young people streaming into Lollapalooza for a weekend of music and partying.
Deadly bacteria found in continental U.S. soil for the first time
Melioidosis, or Whitmore’s disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and can infect any organ, including the brain.
Melioidosis, or Whitmore’s disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and can infect any organ, including the brain.
City agencies barred from investigating those who come to Chicago seeking abortions
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order Thursday preventing city agencies, including Chicago police, from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order Thursday preventing city agencies, including Chicago police, from investigating or assisting other state's investigations of those who come to Chicago to have an abortion or to seek reproductive access.
Fentanyl-laced drugs pose danger for Lollapalooza attendees
Dr. Steven Aks, emergency room physician and toxicologist at Cook County Health, talks about the most foolproof ways to stay safe and healthy during the madness that is Lollapalooza.
Dr. Steven Aks, emergency room physician and toxicologist at Cook County Health, talks about the most foolproof ways to stay safe and healthy during the madness that is Lollapalooza.
Duckworth, Salvi debate abortion
Kathy Salvi is a staunchly pro-life activist who says it's the pro-choice Sen. Tammy Duckworth who is an "extremist" on abortion.
Kathy Salvi is a staunchly pro-life activist who says it's the pro-choice Sen. Tammy Duckworth who is an "extremist" on abortion.
How to stay safe and healthy at Lollapalooza
The four-day event in Chicago kicks off Thursday. Here's how to stay safe and healthy.
The four-day event in Chicago kicks off Thursday. Here's how to stay safe and healthy.
Women gaining nearly twice as much weight as men, study finds
About 42% of Americans are considered obese, up from 30.5% in 2000.
About 42% of Americans are considered obese, up from 30.5% in 2000.
WHO leader: Men at risk of monkeypox should limit sex for now
The head of the World Health Organization advises men at risk of monkeypox to consider limiting sexual partners for now.
The head of the World Health Organization advises men at risk of monkeypox to consider limiting sexual partners for now.
New book 'If Your Mouth Could Talk' lays out importance of dental hygiene
Dr. Kami Hoss, dentist and author, talks about lessons and information gleaned from his new book "If Your Mouth Could Talk."
Dr. Kami Hoss, dentist and author, talks about lessons and information gleaned from his new book "If Your Mouth Could Talk."
Study: Napping could lead to high blood pressure
Napping too much during the day is being linked to a greater risk of developing high blood pressure and stroke.
Napping too much during the day is being linked to a greater risk of developing high blood pressure and stroke.
Napping could lead to high blood pressure, stroke, study suggests
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.
Experts say napping, though not unhealthy, may be a sign of poor sleep quality, according to the American Heart Association.