FDA advisers back Covid-19 vaccines for children under 5
An FDA advisory panel has backed a Covid-19 vaccine for children as young as 6-months-old.
An FDA advisory panel has backed a Covid-19 vaccine for children as young as 6-months-old.
Monkeypox vs. COVID-19: How are they different?
“Right now, this is an outbreak and outbreaks can be stopped,” WHO told FOX Television Stations. As of Wednesday, there were 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the U.S.
“Right now, this is an outbreak and outbreaks can be stopped,” WHO told FOX Television Stations. As of Wednesday, there were 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the U.S.
Dr. Anthony Fauci tests positive for COVID and has mild symptoms
Dr. Fauci tested positive after a rapid antigen test. He's also fully vaccinated and received two booster shots.
Dr. Fauci tested positive after a rapid antigen test. He's also fully vaccinated and received two booster shots.
New Illinois law requires insurance, health plans to cover continuous glucose monitors
Continuous glucose monitors are essential devices for patients with diabetes to maintain safe blood sugar levels and prevent the need for emergency medical care.
Continuous glucose monitors are essential devices for patients with diabetes to maintain safe blood sugar levels and prevent the need for emergency medical care.
Pritzker signs bill for glucose monitors
A new Illinois law now requires insurance and managed health plans to provide coverage for continuous glucose monitors.
A new Illinois law now requires insurance and managed health plans to provide coverage for continuous glucose monitors.
FDA approves 1st drug treatment for alopecia hair loss
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
Illinois family's fight to find treatment for rare disease benefitting 2 sisters years later
For the VanHoutan family, the miracle treatment came too late. But without their fight, the Beedle family wouldn't be where they are today.
For the VanHoutan family, the miracle treatment came too late. But without their fight, the Beedle family wouldn't be where they are today.
Illinois family's fight to find treatment for rare disease benefitting 2 sisters years later
It's been five years since a treatment for Batten disease originated in the Chicago suburbs. The rare disease affects young children, paralyzing toddlers as they grow.
It's been five years since a treatment for Batten disease originated in the Chicago suburbs. The rare disease affects young children, paralyzing toddlers as they grow.
'Forever chemicals' linked to high blood pressure risk in middle-aged women, study finds
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
Houston 4-year-old gets 'unintentional vasectomy' during hernia surgery
A Texas family is suing a Houston hospital and doctor after the family’s 4-year-old received an unintended vasectomy during surgery.
A Texas family is suing a Houston hospital and doctor after the family’s 4-year-old received an unintended vasectomy during surgery.
7 confirmed monkeypox cases in Chicago
The Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed Monday there are seven cases of monkeypox in the city, as health officials work to identify other potential cases.
The Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed Monday there are seven cases of monkeypox in the city, as health officials work to identify other potential cases.
7 monkeypox cases confirmed in Chicago, some linked to recent conference
The Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed Monday there are seven cases of monkeypox in the city, as health officials work to identify other potential cases.
The Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed Monday there are seven cases of monkeypox in the city, as health officials work to identify other potential cases.
Practical tips for overcoming fear and anxiety in your day-to-day life
Mental health therapist Christina Furnival dishes out tips for helping you or your loved ones deal with fear and anxiety.
Mental health therapist Christina Furnival dishes out tips for helping you or your loved ones deal with fear and anxiety.
DuPage County Health officials detect county's first 'probable' monkeypox case
The DuPage County Health Department said Saturday that they are investing a case of monkey pox in a man who had recently traveled internationally.
The DuPage County Health Department said Saturday that they are investing a case of monkey pox in a man who had recently traveled internationally.
Report: Ethics agency investigating Dr. Ngozi Ezike
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois? former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois? former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.
What is Ramsay Hunt syndrome: Justin Bieber reveals facial paralysis diagnosis
Ramsay Hunt syndrome has led Justin Bieber to cancel multiple shows because of the resulting facial paralysis.
Ramsay Hunt syndrome has led Justin Bieber to cancel multiple shows because of the resulting facial paralysis.
Illinois Gov. Pritzker signs law improving access to mental health services
Illinois is taking a step towards addressing the shortage of mental health professionals in the state.
Illinois is taking a step towards addressing the shortage of mental health professionals in the state.
Illinois ethics agency investigating Dr. Ngozi Ezike: report
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois’ former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois’ former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.
Pritzker signs mental health omnibus bill
Illinois is taking a step towards addressing the shortage of mental health professionals in the state.
Illinois is taking a step towards addressing the shortage of mental health professionals in the state.
Ethics agency investigating Dr. Ngozi Ezike: report
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois? former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.
A state ethics agency is reportedly investigating Illinois? former top doctor, Ngozi Ezike.