'Joints for Jabs': Dispensaries in Washington can offer joints for vaccines
First, it was free beer. Then, it was the chance for cash and loads of other prizes. Now, it's “Joints for Jabs.”
First, it was free beer. Then, it was the chance for cash and loads of other prizes. Now, it's “Joints for Jabs.”
Illinois boy suffers stroke at 16-years-old, doctors scramble to figure out why
If you experience one miracle in your lifetime, many consider themselves lucky. But what if you experienced a series of them over several weeks? That is what happened to one suburban Chicago teen.
If you experience one miracle in your lifetime, many consider themselves lucky. But what if you experienced a series of them over several weeks? That is what happened to one suburban Chicago teen.
Illinois teen suffers stroke, doctors scramble to figure out why
If you experience one miracle in your lifetime, many consider themselves lucky. But what if you experienced a series of them over several weeks? That is what happened to one suburban Chicago teen.
If you experience one miracle in your lifetime, many consider themselves lucky. But what if you experienced a series of them over several weeks? That is what happened to one suburban Chicago teen.
FDA approves first Alzheimer's treatment in 20 years
For the first time in twenty years, the FDA has approved a new treatment for Alzheimer's Disease.
For the first time in twenty years, the FDA has approved a new treatment for Alzheimer's Disease.
Michigan confirms first known human case of hantavirus
The state of Michigan has confirmed its first-ever known case of Sin Nombre hantavirus, a disease passed from rodents to humans via urine and feces.
The state of Michigan has confirmed its first-ever known case of Sin Nombre hantavirus, a disease passed from rodents to humans via urine and feces.
What is 'dry scooping'? Latest TikTok trend could be dangerous for your heart
A cardiologist warns there are 'absolutely no benefits' to dry scooping, one of the latest Tik Tok trends.
A cardiologist warns there are 'absolutely no benefits' to dry scooping, one of the latest Tik Tok trends.
FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug Biogen, 1st in nearly 20 years
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
Chicago blood donations desperately needed as treatments resume
Joy Squier from American Red Cross talks about the need for blood donations across Chicago as the pandemic dwindles.
Joy Squier from American Red Cross talks about the need for blood donations across Chicago as the pandemic dwindles.
Illinois reports 342 new COVID-19 cases, 37 additional deaths
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 342 new COVID-19 cases in Illinois, including 37 additional deaths, on Sunday.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 342 new COVID-19 cases in Illinois, including 37 additional deaths, on Sunday.
FDA approves diabetes medicine as weight-loss drug
The FDA has approved the diabetes medicine Wegovy to help people lose weight by 15%.
The FDA has approved the diabetes medicine Wegovy to help people lose weight by 15%.
COVID-19 origin: Fauci urges China to release Wuhan lab medical records
Dr. Anthony Fauci said China should release the medical records of six lab workers — three of whom died — after entering a bat cave in 2012 and becoming ill in 2019.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said China should release the medical records of six lab workers — three of whom died — after entering a bat cave in 2012 and becoming ill in 2019.
United offers flight attendants extra pay, vacation for proof of COVID-19 vaccination
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccine may cause heart inflammation in teens, reports find
An article published in Pediatrics, is among the latest reports of heart inflammation discovered after COVID-19 vaccination in teens, though a link to the vaccine has not been proven.
An article published in Pediatrics, is among the latest reports of heart inflammation discovered after COVID-19 vaccination in teens, though a link to the vaccine has not been proven.
Breast cancer pill shows benefit in certain hard-to-treat cases
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
A pill used for breast cancer has been shown to help treat certain early-stage, hard-to-treat cases. It was studied in patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
Natural remedies for debilitating migraine headaches
Dr. Sheetal DeCaria from Revitalize Medical Center lists some natural ways to alleviate the pain coming from migraine headaches.
Dr. Sheetal DeCaria from Revitalize Medical Center lists some natural ways to alleviate the pain coming from migraine headaches.
Tips for reducing screen time for kids this summer
Ginny Yurich, founder of 1000 Hours Outside, talks about ways to encourage children to get outside and play this summer.
Ginny Yurich, founder of 1000 Hours Outside, talks about ways to encourage children to get outside and play this summer.
Dogs can sniff out COVID-19 with up to 94% accuracy, study finds
A study found specially trained dogs can rapidly, noninvasively detect a COVID-19 infection with up to 94.3% sensitivity and up to 92% specificity.
A study found specially trained dogs can rapidly, noninvasively detect a COVID-19 infection with up to 94.3% sensitivity and up to 92% specificity.
Don't eat cicadas if you are allergic to shrimp, shellfish, FDA warns
The Food and Drug Administration has a colorful warning for people with a shellfish allergy: don’t eat cicadas. Turns out, the agency warns, that the noisy insects actually share a "family relation" to shrimp and lobsters.
The Food and Drug Administration has a colorful warning for people with a shellfish allergy: don’t eat cicadas. Turns out, the agency warns, that the noisy insects actually share a "family relation" to shrimp and lobsters.
'Game changer': New technology allows doctors at Rush to treat patients remotely
Telemedicine takes the leap to the next level, as new technology allows doctors to see patients remotely and treat them as well.
Telemedicine takes the leap to the next level, as new technology allows doctors to see patients remotely and treat them as well.
Illinois businesses serving alcohol can now offer a free drink to vaccinated patrons
“Not only will the vaccine protect you from getting sick — your free COVID-19 shot can now get you a free shot of your choosing or whatever drink suits your palate,” said Gov. Pritzker.
“Not only will the vaccine protect you from getting sick — your free COVID-19 shot can now get you a free shot of your choosing or whatever drink suits your palate,” said Gov. Pritzker.