Viral TikTok trend has people 'mouth taping' themselves before bedtime as doctors express caution
A Kentucky doctor called the trend 'the most dangerous I've seen in some time,' while other physicians weighed in, too.
A Kentucky doctor called the trend 'the most dangerous I've seen in some time,' while other physicians weighed in, too.
Monkeypox in Illinois: Vaccines in limited supply ahead of school year
Illinois public health officials are trying to get the word out about monkeypox as students are returning to college dorms and their social networks.
Illinois public health officials are trying to get the word out about monkeypox as students are returning to college dorms and their social networks.
Langya: Scientists monitoring newly-detected virus after 35 infected in China
The new virus, called Langya henipavirus (LayV), was reported in patients in eastern China and is thought to have emerged in shrews. Here’s what scientists know so far.
The new virus, called Langya henipavirus (LayV), was reported in patients in eastern China and is thought to have emerged in shrews. Here’s what scientists know so far.
'Survivor' winner Ethan Zohn talks about beating cancer twice
"Survivor" legend Ethan Zohn joins Good Day Chicago talks about beating cancer twice and his work toward cancer research and awareness with the organization AKTIV Against Cancer.
"Survivor" legend Ethan Zohn joins Good Day Chicago talks about beating cancer twice and his work toward cancer research and awareness with the organization AKTIV Against Cancer.
Concerns grow over spread of monkeypox as school year rapidly approaches
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health talks about the monkeypox outbreak and how it is impacting local colleges and universities as they welcome students back from summer break.
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health talks about the monkeypox outbreak and how it is impacting local colleges and universities as they welcome students back from summer break.
Black Women's Health Imperative seeks to boost wellness, health equity at a nationwide level
At the heart of the mission of the Black Women's Health Imperative is advancing the health and wellness of Black women and girls.
At the heart of the mission of the Black Women's Health Imperative is advancing the health and wellness of Black women and girls.
University of Illinois prepares for monkeypox threat as students return to campus
Next week, more than 50,000 students will flood the campus of University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. And this time around, there’s another virus to be concerned about — Monkeypox.
Next week, more than 50,000 students will flood the campus of University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. And this time around, there’s another virus to be concerned about — Monkeypox.
U of I prepares to fight the spread of monkeypox
Next week, more than 50,000 students will flood the campus of University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. And this time around, there’s another virus to be concerned about — Monkeypox.
Next week, more than 50,000 students will flood the campus of University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. And this time around, there’s another virus to be concerned about — Monkeypox.
This is how much sleep a child, teen and adult should get every night
Sleep is important, especially when you're younger.
Sleep is important, especially when you're younger.
How to help your kids get a good night's sleep
A local doctor is urging parents to schedule in extra time for worrying.
A local doctor is urging parents to schedule in extra time for worrying.
Advances in cancer treatment since Olivia Newton-John diagnosis
Olivia Newton-John has died at the age of 73.
Olivia Newton-John has died at the age of 73.
Arizona man details his monkeypox diagnosis as cases rise in the country
Monkeypox cases are on the rise in the Phoenix area and a man who was recently diagnosed with the illness is detailing his experience.
Monkeypox cases are on the rise in the Phoenix area and a man who was recently diagnosed with the illness is detailing his experience.
Lyme disease vaccine: 1st potential shot in 20 years enters late-stage trial
The only prior Lyme vaccine for people, made by another company, was pulled off the U.S. market in 2002.
The only prior Lyme vaccine for people, made by another company, was pulled off the U.S. market in 2002.
Monkeypox: What you should know as U.S. declares public health emergency
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
Ashton Kutcher reveals vasculitis diagnosis, says he couldn't walk, talk or hear
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Ashton Kutcher diagnosed with vasculitis: What you should know about the disease
An announcement by actor Ashton Kutcher that he couldn't walk, hear or talk after his vasculitis diagnosis two years ago has put a spotlight on the disease. Here's what you should know about vasculitis.
An announcement by actor Ashton Kutcher that he couldn't walk, hear or talk after his vasculitis diagnosis two years ago has put a spotlight on the disease. Here's what you should know about vasculitis.
As school year approaches, health leaders increase focus on kids amid monkeypox outbreak
At least five cases of MPV have been confirmed among children, and on Friday, a daycare worker in central Illinois tested positive for the virus.
At least five cases of MPV have been confirmed among children, and on Friday, a daycare worker in central Illinois tested positive for the virus.
As school year approaches, health leaders increase focus on kids amid monkeypox outbreak
Health officials said it's difficult to predict where the outbreak will go from here because this is a much more aggressive monkeypox than we've seen before.
Health officials said it's difficult to predict where the outbreak will go from here because this is a much more aggressive monkeypox than we've seen before.
Chicago restaurateur details incredible weight-loss journey and efforts to help others
Chicago chef and restaurateur Robert Magiet talks about what inspired his renewed focus on health and the importance of passing on lessons and guidance to his children and others on Facebook.
Chicago chef and restaurateur Robert Magiet talks about what inspired his renewed focus on health and the importance of passing on lessons and guidance to his children and others on Facebook.
Doctors push for children to get vaccinated for COVID-19 ahead of school year
Dr. Michelle Barron from UC-Health talks about the importance of young students getting vaccinated before returning to classes this fall.
Dr. Michelle Barron from UC-Health talks about the importance of young students getting vaccinated before returning to classes this fall.



















