Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Rep. Lauren Underwood push to have breastfeeding-related expenses included in FEMA disaster reimbursements
The?"Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters" (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on mothers and babies. The bipartisan legislation would add breastfeeding pumps and lactation support services to the list of eligible expenses for emergency assistance.
The?"Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters" (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on mothers and babies. The bipartisan legislation would add breastfeeding pumps and lactation support services to the list of eligible expenses for emergency assistance.
Proposed law would add breastfeeding supplies and support to list of FEMA-approved expenses
The “Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters” (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on breastfeeding mothers and babies.
The “Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters” (DEMAND) act, introduced by Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Western Suburbs) and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), aims to highlight the unique impacts extreme weather and emergency events have on breastfeeding mothers and babies.
Chicago rally to end vaccine mandates led by students: 'Freedoms were given by God, not government'
“First we had remote learning – which was completely unsuccessful – then when we're allowed to go back to school, they want masks, and now they want vaccines, but why? For a demographic that has .003% chance of contracting a severe illness from COVID?” asked Emma Arns, president of the local Turning Point USA chapter and a senior at Wheeling High School.
“First we had remote learning – which was completely unsuccessful – then when we're allowed to go back to school, they want masks, and now they want vaccines, but why? For a demographic that has .003% chance of contracting a severe illness from COVID?” asked Emma Arns, president of the local Turning Point USA chapter and a senior at Wheeling High School.
New COVID variant BA.2: What's known about 'stealth' omicron?
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
Illinois reports 123,812 new coronavirus cases, 843 deaths in past week
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported Friday that the state has 123,812 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19, including an increase of 843 deaths since Jan. 21.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported Friday that the state has 123,812 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19, including an increase of 843 deaths since Jan. 21.
Highland Park City Council votes to keep proof of vaccination mandate
The Highland Park City Council decided Monday night to keep in place a mandate that requires individuals who are dining in at establishments to show proof of vaccination.
The Highland Park City Council decided Monday night to keep in place a mandate that requires individuals who are dining in at establishments to show proof of vaccination.
Fake vax cards at Bills game leads to couple's arrest
A New York couple have been charged with a felony for allegedly using falsified vaccination cards at the Buffalo Bills playoff game against the New England Patriots.
A New York couple have been charged with a felony for allegedly using falsified vaccination cards at the Buffalo Bills playoff game against the New England Patriots.
Chicago NICU baby serenaded by mariachi band for hospital send off
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way.
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way.
American Lung Association gives Illinois 'F' grade for tobacco prevention spending
The American Lung Association is calling for Illinois lawmakers to do more to protect residents’ health.
The American Lung Association is calling for Illinois lawmakers to do more to protect residents’ health.
Chicago NICU baby serenaded by mariachi band as he's discharged from hospital
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way.
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way.
Boy who spent nearly 8 months in Chicago NICU finally sent home, serenaded by mariachi band
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way. (Video courtesy: University of Chicago Medicine)
A baby boy who spent more than seven months at a Chicago hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit was finally sent home Tuesday, and in a very special way. (Video courtesy: University of Chicago Medicine)
South Carolina bill would make it illegal to ask vaccine status
The potential penalty for asking someone about their COVID-19 vaccine status would carry a $14,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
The potential penalty for asking someone about their COVID-19 vaccine status would carry a $14,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
Studio Fit Chicago hosts Health and Wellness Week
Reyna Hoerdeman from Studio Fit Chicago to talk about their Health and Wellness Week and what it's been like operating during the pandemic.
Reyna Hoerdeman from Studio Fit Chicago to talk about their Health and Wellness Week and what it's been like operating during the pandemic.
Can you be re-infected by the Omicron variant?
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine breaks down the latest medical headlines regarding COVID-19 variants and vaccines.
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine breaks down the latest medical headlines regarding COVID-19 variants and vaccines.
Chicago mom urges vaccination after daughter catches COVID, then comes down with rare illness
'I WAS VERY SCARED': A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
'I WAS VERY SCARED': A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
58% of Chicago parents engaging in unsafe infant sleep practices
More than half of Chicago parents are putting their babies at risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, according to a new local study.
More than half of Chicago parents are putting their babies at risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, according to a new local study.
COVID-19 vaccines could temporarily impact length of menstrual cycles, study says
The women who received a vaccine saw an increase in cycle length of nearly one day for each dose, according to the study.
The women who received a vaccine saw an increase in cycle length of nearly one day for each dose, according to the study.
58% of Chicago families engaging in unsafe infant sleep practices
A new survey has revealed an alarming number of parents in Chicago are engaging in unsafe sleep practices with their infants. Dr. Megan Attridge with Lurie Children's Hospital joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
A new survey has revealed an alarming number of parents in Chicago are engaging in unsafe sleep practices with their infants. Dr. Megan Attridge with Lurie Children's Hospital joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
Study of Chicago hospital finds Black patients more often described negatively by doctors
A groundbreaking study finds Black patients are described more negatively in some Chicago medical records.
A groundbreaking study finds Black patients are described more negatively in some Chicago medical records.
Study finds Black patients more often described negatively by doctors
A groundbreaking study finds Black patients are described more negatively in some Chicago medical records.
A groundbreaking study finds Black patients are described more negatively in some Chicago medical records.