Can you catch Covid twice? Doctor explains likelihood of double covid infection
"Just because you get one strain of the virus doesn't mean can't get another one," Dr. Shajahan said. "If you had Covid, you might think you're good but keep in mind this virus is still around and if it’s around, it can still continue to mutate."
"Just because you get one strain of the virus doesn't mean can't get another one," Dr. Shajahan said. "If you had Covid, you might think you're good but keep in mind this virus is still around and if it’s around, it can still continue to mutate."
UIC researchers develop biomarker to detect depression
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago say they've created a simple biomarker to figure out who has depression and how anti-depressant treatments are working.
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago say they've created a simple biomarker to figure out who has depression and how anti-depressant treatments are working.
Hospitals postpone elective surgeries as COVID surge continues
Many hospitals are postponing elective surgeries at the request of Gov. Pritzker as COVID cases continue to surge throughout the state.
Many hospitals are postponing elective surgeries at the request of Gov. Pritzker as COVID cases continue to surge throughout the state.
Chicago-area school district handing out COVID tests, requiring students to test negative before return
In a letter from Superintendent Dr. Blondean Y. Davis posted online, the district said that rapid antigen COVID tests will be available for students to pick up on January 5 and 6 at their schools. The tests should be taken on Sunday, January 9.
In a letter from Superintendent Dr. Blondean Y. Davis posted online, the district said that rapid antigen COVID tests will be available for students to pick up on January 5 and 6 at their schools. The tests should be taken on Sunday, January 9.
Owner of Manny's Deli reacts to city requiring diners to show proof of vaccination: 'We are going to do our best'
Dan Raskin, owner of Manny's Deli breaks, talks about how the city's proof of vaccination mandate will impact his business.
Dan Raskin, owner of Manny's Deli breaks, talks about how the city's proof of vaccination mandate will impact his business.
FDA expands Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster for ages 12 to 15
The FDA expanded Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster for kids as young as 12. Final approval from the CDC is still needed.
The FDA expanded Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster for kids as young as 12. Final approval from the CDC is still needed.
How will pandemic end? Despite omicron, COVID-19 will become endemic
Experts say the COVID-19 pandemic will eventually end, even if omicron is complicating the question of when. But it won’t be like flipping a switch.
Experts say the COVID-19 pandemic will eventually end, even if omicron is complicating the question of when. But it won’t be like flipping a switch.
Proof of vaccination required at Chicago & Cook County bars, restaurants and gyms starting Monday
The new rules apply to everyone who is 5-years-old and up, though you are allowed to pop in and pick up takeout without a vaccination card if you're inside for less than ten minutes.
The new rules apply to everyone who is 5-years-old and up, though you are allowed to pop in and pick up takeout without a vaccination card if you're inside for less than ten minutes.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has COVID, says he's vaccinated and symptoms are mild
“The vaccines work and will remain a military medical requirement for our workforce," Austin said.
“The vaccines work and will remain a military medical requirement for our workforce," Austin said.
CDC considering COVID-19 test requirement for asymptomatic, Fauci says
Top federal health officials are looking to add a negative test along with its five-day isolation restrictions for asymptomatic Americans who catch the coronavirus.
Top federal health officials are looking to add a negative test along with its five-day isolation restrictions for asymptomatic Americans who catch the coronavirus.
US colleges opting for online classes amid omicron surge
Amid a wave of COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant, dozens of colleges are making plans to move classes online for at least the first week of the semester.
Amid a wave of COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant, dozens of colleges are making plans to move classes online for at least the first week of the semester.
No Surprise Act: New law preventing unexpected medical bills takes effect Jan. 1
Patients will no longer have to worry about getting a huge bill following a medical crisis if the closest hospital emergency room happened to have been outside their insurance plan’s provider network.
Patients will no longer have to worry about getting a huge bill following a medical crisis if the closest hospital emergency room happened to have been outside their insurance plan’s provider network.
Marine Corps removes 206 service members for refusing to get COVID-19 vaccine
Dozens of Marines have been discharged over the past week for their refusal to comply with the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Dozens of Marines have been discharged over the past week for their refusal to comply with the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
'COVID shame' becoming increasingly common among virus patients
Dr. Crystal Clark from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine talks about the stigma behind the phenomenon of "COVID shame" and how it can be combatted.
Dr. Crystal Clark from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine talks about the stigma behind the phenomenon of "COVID shame" and how it can be combatted.
What to know: Illinois health officials answer questions about COVID testing, quarantine guidelines
There's no question more people in Illinois keep testing positive, but one point of confusion is what if you test positive, then test negative?
There's no question more people in Illinois keep testing positive, but one point of confusion is what if you test positive, then test negative?
Congressman Jesús 'Chuy' Garcia tests positive for COVID-19
Congressman Jesús ‘Chuy’ Garcia and his wife have tested positive for COVID-19.
Congressman Jesús ‘Chuy’ Garcia and his wife have tested positive for COVID-19.
Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant?
Government scientists have been checking to make sure rapid tests still work as each new variant comes along. This week, the FDA said preliminary research indicates they detect omicron, but may have reduced sensitivity.
Government scientists have been checking to make sure rapid tests still work as each new variant comes along. This week, the FDA said preliminary research indicates they detect omicron, but may have reduced sensitivity.
Navy Pier to limit entry points into facilities as proof of vaccination is required beginning Jan. 3
Navy Pier will require anyone over the age of five who dines indoors, including at food court areas or sit-down restaurants and bars, to show proof of vaccination starting Jan. 3.
Navy Pier will require anyone over the age of five who dines indoors, including at food court areas or sit-down restaurants and bars, to show proof of vaccination starting Jan. 3.
CDC advises travelers to avoid cruises regardless of vaccination status
Even if you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC is advising against traveling on a cruise ship.
Even if you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC is advising against traveling on a cruise ship.
Israel to offer 4th dose of COVID-19 vaccine to most vulnerable
Israel approved a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose for people most vulnerable to the virus, the first country to do so.
Israel approved a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose for people most vulnerable to the virus, the first country to do so.