FDA advisory panel OKs Pfizer COVID-19 booster for 65 and older, votes no for younger
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
Dept. of Veteran Affairs was first federal agency to require staff to be vaccinated
Dr. Elizabeth Brill, deputy chief medical officer of Veteran Affairs, talks about how their department is handling the vaccine mandate.
Dr. Elizabeth Brill, deputy chief medical officer of Veteran Affairs, talks about how their department is handling the vaccine mandate.
Chicago health officials report giving over 10,000 at-home COVID vaccinations
Over 10,000 at-home COVID-19 vaccinations have been administered across Chicago during the past six months, according to the city's Department of Public Health.
Over 10,000 at-home COVID-19 vaccinations have been administered across Chicago during the past six months, according to the city's Department of Public Health.
Hospitals in multiple states rationing health care amid crushing COVID-19 surge
Idaho's public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.
Idaho's public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.
Chicago Bears urge fans to arrive early for the first home game of the season
The Chicago Bears will play their first home game of the season this weekend. It’s also the first time fans will be allowed in the stands in over a year.
The Chicago Bears will play their first home game of the season this weekend. It’s also the first time fans will be allowed in the stands in over a year.
Illinois family blames unvaccinated in obituary after vaccinated woman dies from COVID-19
The Illinois family of a vaccinated woman who died of COVID-19 says her death could have been avoided if more people were vaccinated.
The Illinois family of a vaccinated woman who died of COVID-19 says her death could have been avoided if more people were vaccinated.
Christmas without Cancer run to help cancer survivors
Christmas without Cancer Run will raise money for cancer survivors.
Christmas without Cancer Run will raise money for cancer survivors.
Tips for staying safe and COVID-free in a school setting
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks us through the latest medical headlines surrounding COVID-19.
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks us through the latest medical headlines surrounding COVID-19.
Instagram leads to mental health, body image troubles for teen girls: report
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Facebook has known its app, Instagram, leads to mental health and body image trouble for teenage girls.
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Facebook has known its app, Instagram, leads to mental health and body image trouble for teenage girls.
Instagram is damaging to teen girls: report
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Facebook has known its app, Instagram, leads to mental health and body image trouble for teenage girls.
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Facebook has known its app, Instagram, leads to mental health and body image trouble for teenage girls.
Is it safe to get a flu shot and COVID-19 booster at the same time? One expert weighs in
The CDC recommends Americans 6 months and older who can get a flu shot by the end of October. But, one CDC-trained epidemiologist, says you may not want to wait around this year.
The CDC recommends Americans 6 months and older who can get a flu shot by the end of October. But, one CDC-trained epidemiologist, says you may not want to wait around this year.
Moderna study: Recently vaccinated have stronger protection from breakthrough COVID-19
Moderna on Wednesday posted a study suggesting immunity from its COVID-19 vaccine may wane over time, saying that a booster shot is necessary to maintain strong protection against variants of concern.
Moderna on Wednesday posted a study suggesting immunity from its COVID-19 vaccine may wane over time, saying that a booster shot is necessary to maintain strong protection against variants of concern.
Wendy Williams tests positive for ‘breakthrough’ case of COVID-19
“The Wendy Williams Show” was set to premiere on Sept. 20, but following Wendy Williams’ diagnosis, the show will now premiere on Oct. 4.
“The Wendy Williams Show” was set to premiere on Sept. 20, but following Wendy Williams’ diagnosis, the show will now premiere on Oct. 4.
Pope blames 'virulence of uncertainty' for COVID-19 vaccine resistance
Pope Francis says he doesn't understand why people refuse to take COVID-19 vaccines, noting “humanity has a history of friendship with vaccines.”
Pope Francis says he doesn't understand why people refuse to take COVID-19 vaccines, noting “humanity has a history of friendship with vaccines.”
Judge blocks New York's medical worker vaccine mandate
Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.
Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.
Arlington Heights teacher resigns rather than getting vaccinated or facing weekly testing
A veteran teacher in Arlington Heights is resigning instead of getting vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19.
A veteran teacher in Arlington Heights is resigning instead of getting vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19.
Arlington Heights teacher resigns instead of getting vaccinated, facing weekly testing
After learning of the resignation, some parents are now calling on the district to challenge the Governor.
After learning of the resignation, some parents are now calling on the district to challenge the Governor.
1 in 500 Americans have died of COVID-19
One in every 500 Americans has died of COVID-19, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Johns Hopkins University.
One in every 500 Americans has died of COVID-19, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Johns Hopkins University.
Data shows Illinois among states with spiking obesity rates due to the pandemic
Dara Lieberman from Trust for America talks about how the pandemic has affected obesity rates across Illinois and the nation.
Dara Lieberman from Trust for America talks about how the pandemic has affected obesity rates across Illinois and the nation.
Whirlpool offers employees $1,000 to get COVID-19 vaccine
The appliance company increased the incentive to $1,000, hoping to further encourage any employees who are hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
The appliance company increased the incentive to $1,000, hoping to further encourage any employees who are hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine.