Chicago Fire FC encourages kids to build lifelong healthy habits
The Chicago Fire Football Club has a program to help children build lifelong healthy habits with exercise and nutrition.
The Chicago Fire Football Club has a program to help children build lifelong healthy habits with exercise and nutrition.
Appeals court limits abortion pill access, requires in-person distribution nationwide
A federal appeals court has restricted access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, by requiring it to be dispensed only in person at clinics rather than prescribed by mail.
A federal appeals court has restricted access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, by requiring it to be dispensed only in person at clinics rather than prescribed by mail.
Heart disease - the true cop killer | Wearing the Badge
"The number one killer of cops is heart attack." In this powerful episode of "Wearing the Badge," host Garry McCarthy welcomes Dr. John Sheinberg, a man who navigates the worlds of both high-stakes medicine and law enforcement. With a career spanning three decades as a sworn officer and a parallel journey as a board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Sheinberg brings a unique perspective to the "perfect storm" of stress, physiology, and culture that puts police officers at extreme risk.
"The number one killer of cops is heart attack." In this powerful episode of "Wearing the Badge," host Garry McCarthy welcomes Dr. John Sheinberg, a man who navigates the worlds of both high-stakes medicine and law enforcement. With a career spanning three decades as a sworn officer and a parallel journey as a board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Sheinberg brings a unique perspective to the "perfect storm" of stress, physiology, and culture that puts police officers at extreme risk.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Nicotine pouches surge on social media: Are they really safer? | ChicagoNOW
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
New study links common health risks to higher cancer rates
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Casey Means out as Trump's nominee for surgeon general: Who's her replacement?
President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of Casey Means to serve as U.S. surgeon general after her confirmation stalled in the Senate.
President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of Casey Means to serve as U.S. surgeon general after her confirmation stalled in the Senate.
Dementia risk linked to everyday food millions eat, study suggests
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
Pancreatic cancer patient Ben Sasse sees 'massive' tumor reduction with experimental new drug
Former senator Ben Sasse is calling an experimental drug a "miracle" medication. Here's what to know.
Former senator Ben Sasse is calling an experimental drug a "miracle" medication. Here's what to know.
How to keep kids safe in the water before summer | ChicagoNOW
Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4, and experts say prevention starts now. Leaders from Lurie Children’s and Goldfish Swim School share steps parents can take to keep kids safe in the water.
Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4, and experts say prevention starts now. Leaders from Lurie Children’s and Goldfish Swim School share steps parents can take to keep kids safe in the water.
CDC reports spike in tick bites across Midwest as experts warn of health risks
Health officials say emergency room visits for tick bites are rising earlier than usual, prompting warnings about Lyme disease and tips on prevention, removal, and protecting pets.
Health officials say emergency room visits for tick bites are rising earlier than usual, prompting warnings about Lyme disease and tips on prevention, removal, and protecting pets.
'Vanished Chicagoland' creator Peter Kastanes dies, remembered for celebrating Chicago’s past
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
Peter Kastanes, the creator of the popular Vanished Chicagoland Facebook page, has died after a long battle with cancer.
This common habit could be quietly hurting men’s fertility, experts warn
Cannabis use can negatively affect male fertility by lowering sperm count and quality, research shows.
Cannabis use can negatively affect male fertility by lowering sperm count and quality, research shows.
Early tick surge raises concerns for spike in Lyme, other diseases
Tick season is off to an early and intense start across the U.S., with unusually high numbers of bites already reported.
Tick season is off to an early and intense start across the U.S., with unusually high numbers of bites already reported.
What are peptides? FDA may ease restrictions on unproven health fad
Trendy peptide injections boasted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and wellness influencers like Joe Rogan may soon get a boost from the FDA.
Trendy peptide injections boasted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and wellness influencers like Joe Rogan may soon get a boost from the FDA.
U.S. officials stop publication of COVID vaccine effectiveness study
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
Dr. Oz launches 50-state review of Medicaid program oversight
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.