After highway birth, couple hires attorney to push for changes at Indiana hospital
They have hired an attorney, but said they are not seeking money. Instead, they want the hospital to make serious changes.
New Austin HOPE Center to offer children’s specialty care on Chicago's West Side by next summer
By this time next year, families on the West Side will have access to specialty healthcare for their children — without needing to travel downtown.
Chicago mother says she gave birth on highway after hospital sent her home
A Chicago mom says she was forced to give birth on the side of a highway after being told to leave an Indiana hospital.
VIDEO: Chicago boy battling cancer reacts to Bears' last-second win against Vikings
An 11-year-old Chicago boy undergoing cancer treatment received a weekend he’ll never forget after the Chicago Bears and Advocate Children’s Hospital surprised him with an all-expenses-paid trip to see his favorite team play in Minneapolis.
Here's how much Illinois smokers spend on cigarettes a year, according to study
Are you a smoker in Illinois? A recent study shows how much you spend on cigarettes in a year.
Families filing lawsuits due to botulism in ByHeart baby formula
Botulism is a rare but life-threatening illness, especially for babies. And while no deaths have been reported, a growing number of cases have been reported in at least 12 states, including here in Illinois.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.