The 'age' of your blood could predict dementia risk, new study suggests
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Summer's arrival means warnings for ticks and Lyme disease | ChicagoLIVE
It's getting warmer outside, which means you will need to know how to prevent tick-borne Lyme disease for you and your pets. Dr. Ryan Knodle of UI Health joined the show to break it down.
It's getting warmer outside, which means you will need to know how to prevent tick-borne Lyme disease for you and your pets. Dr. Ryan Knodle of UI Health joined the show to break it down.
Microplastics found in 30 Illinois water sites: report | ChicagoLIVE
A new report was released about how microplastics have been found in several water sites around Illinois. We hear from Environment Illinois Center on what you should know.
A new report was released about how microplastics have been found in several water sites around Illinois. We hear from Environment Illinois Center on what you should know.
Green hearts appear across Chicago for Arthritis Awareness Month
Green hearts have been appearing in cities across the nation every Friday in May — including here in Chicago. It's part of a nationwide effort launched by the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness about the debilitating disease.
Green hearts have been appearing in cities across the nation every Friday in May — including here in Chicago. It's part of a nationwide effort launched by the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness about the debilitating disease.
Northwest Indiana newborn faced with three surgeries in two months
After spending 74 days in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries for a rare heart condition, baby Theo Garcia is finally home with his family as the community rallies to support his ongoing recovery.
After spending 74 days in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries for a rare heart condition, baby Theo Garcia is finally home with his family as the community rallies to support his ongoing recovery.
Green hearts throughout Chicago for Arthritis Awareness Month
Green hearts have been showing up every Friday this month in cities across the nation, including here in Chicago. They're part of a bigger effort through the arthritis foundation to raise awareness about the disease. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with how one artist from our area is bringing it to life.
Green hearts have been showing up every Friday this month in cities across the nation, including here in Chicago. They're part of a bigger effort through the arthritis foundation to raise awareness about the disease. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with how one artist from our area is bringing it to life.
Indiana newborn faces three surgeries in two months
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
Finding the sleep 'sweet spot' could help you live longer, study suggests
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.
Hantavirus exposure risk may be higher than believed in parts of US, study finds
Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in this area, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities.
Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in this area, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities.
West Nile virus detected in suburban Chicago mosquitoes
Mosquitoes in Will County have tested positive for West Nile virus, health officials announced Friday.
Mosquitoes in Will County have tested positive for West Nile virus, health officials announced Friday.
Ebola screening not happening at O'Hare despite CDC document mentioning Chicago airport, IDPH says
IDPH says there are no confirmed Ebola cases in Illinois or anywhere in the U.S. as officials continue monitoring the outbreak overseas. Here’s what travelers should know.
IDPH says there are no confirmed Ebola cases in Illinois or anywhere in the U.S. as officials continue monitoring the outbreak overseas. Here’s what travelers should know.
Vanessa Trump reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump revealed Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has started a treatment plan.
Vanessa Trump revealed Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has started a treatment plan.
From snack foods to seasonings: The products pulled after dry milk recall
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
Can blood pressure medication cure acne? Doctor weighs in | ChicagoNOW
A blood-pressure medication long prescribed off-label for acne is going viral on social media, with users calling the drug a “life-changing” treatment.
A blood-pressure medication long prescribed off-label for acne is going viral on social media, with users calling the drug a “life-changing” treatment.
Planet Fitness free summer pass returns for teens: What to know
Planet Fitness is bringing back its free Summer Pass, giving teens ages 14-19 free gym access. Here’s what to know.
Planet Fitness is bringing back its free Summer Pass, giving teens ages 14-19 free gym access. Here’s what to know.
Colorado reports adult death linked to hantavirus
Colorado health officials reported that the person who died from hantavirus wasn’t linked to the recent outbreak aboard a cruise ship.
Colorado health officials reported that the person who died from hantavirus wasn’t linked to the recent outbreak aboard a cruise ship.
Heart disease may start in the womb, new study finds
Heart disease during pregnancy may be tied to worse heart health in offspring decades later. Here’s what to know.
Heart disease during pregnancy may be tied to worse heart health in offspring decades later. Here’s what to know.
Northwestern study explores asthma drug as possible treatment for aggressive cancers
Dr. Bin Zhang from Northwestern Medicine discusses new research suggesting the asthma medication Singulair could help fight aggressive forms of cancer alongside existing treatments.
Dr. Bin Zhang from Northwestern Medicine discusses new research suggesting the asthma medication Singulair could help fight aggressive forms of cancer alongside existing treatments.
How does Ebola spread? What to know as Congo outbreak worsens
A rare type of Ebola is spreading in Congo, with dozens of deaths and hundreds of cases already reported. Here’s what to know about the Bundibugyo virus.
A rare type of Ebola is spreading in Congo, with dozens of deaths and hundreds of cases already reported. Here’s what to know about the Bundibugyo virus.