Chicago has the worst air quality in the world right now, index says
Wildfire smoke has pushed Chicago's air quality into the "unhealthy" zone. It's so bad, in fact, that we're the most polluted city in the world right now. Here's what you should know.
Wildfire smoke has pushed Chicago's air quality into the "unhealthy" zone. It's so bad, in fact, that we're the most polluted city in the world right now. Here's what you should know.
Ground beef recall, Celsius labeling error & White House health system | Consumer News
A ground beef recall is in effect due to potential metal contamination. High Noon recalled vodka seltzers after they were mislabeled in Celsius energy drink cans. The White House is launching a new health tracking system. Plus, TikTok adds a misinformation feature, the United-JetBlue partnership is approved, O'Hare Airport tops Atlanta as busiest U.S. airport, Mars invests in domestic operations, a study reveals many Americans aren't using PTO, and ultra-processed foods may be linked to lung cancer.
A ground beef recall is in effect due to potential metal contamination. High Noon recalled vodka seltzers after they were mislabeled in Celsius energy drink cans. The White House is launching a new health tracking system. Plus, TikTok adds a misinformation feature, the United-JetBlue partnership is approved, O'Hare Airport tops Atlanta as busiest U.S. airport, Mars invests in domestic operations, a study reveals many Americans aren't using PTO, and ultra-processed foods may be linked to lung cancer.
Trump proposes new private tracking system for Americans' personal health data
The Trump administration is pushing for Americans to upload personal health data to new apps run by private tech companies.
The Trump administration is pushing for Americans to upload personal health data to new apps run by private tech companies.
South Carolina boy dies from brain-eating amoeba in lake
“My son was a very smart individual. If he had one warning, he would have thought swimming in the lake was a bad idea," the boy's father said.
“My son was a very smart individual. If he had one warning, he would have thought swimming in the lake was a bad idea," the boy's father said.
Author Mindy Uhrlaub turns her ALS journey into advocacy and a new memoir | ChicagoNOW
What would you do if you found out you were a carrier for a debilitating disease like ALS? Author Mindy Uhrlaub discovered that about herself and decided to become an advocate for people suffering from the disease. She shares her story in her new book, Last Nerve: A Memoir of Illness and the Endurance of Family, and she's here to talk more about it.
What would you do if you found out you were a carrier for a debilitating disease like ALS? Author Mindy Uhrlaub discovered that about herself and decided to become an advocate for people suffering from the disease. She shares her story in her new book, Last Nerve: A Memoir of Illness and the Endurance of Family, and she's here to talk more about it.
Northwestern Memorial & Rush ranked among best U.S. hospitals | ChicagoNOW
U.S. News & World Report has just released its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, naming the top 20 medical centers in the country. The list includes two institutions right here in Chicago: Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center.
U.S. News & World Report has just released its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, naming the top 20 medical centers in the country. The list includes two institutions right here in Chicago: Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center.
After Ryne Sandberg's passing, doctors urge prostate cancer awareness
Following the loss of Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg to metastatic prostate cancer, Dr. Srinivas Vourganti from Rush University joins us to discuss symptoms, screenings, and how to encourage early detection.
Following the loss of Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg to metastatic prostate cancer, Dr. Srinivas Vourganti from Rush University joins us to discuss symptoms, screenings, and how to encourage early detection.
Pair of Illinois hospitals land on list of nation's best
Two Illinois hospitals rank among the best in the country.
Two Illinois hospitals rank among the best in the country.
Ann Arbor hotel lawsuit: Woman infected with MRSA while in unkept pool, says attorney
A woman who scraped her knee at the bottom of a hotel swimming pool in Ann Arbor nearly lost her leg after an infection, allegedly from the unclean water.
A woman who scraped her knee at the bottom of a hotel swimming pool in Ann Arbor nearly lost her leg after an infection, allegedly from the unclean water.
What is CTE? NYC shooting suspect Shane Tamura claims to suffer from CTE linked to football injuries
A suicide note blamed the NFL and possible CTE for Shane Tamura's mental decline. Here's what we know.
A suicide note blamed the NFL and possible CTE for Shane Tamura's mental decline. Here's what we know.
Lung cancer risks beyond smoking: What you need to know | ChicagoNOW
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the U.S. The disease's incidence and death rates have dropped over the last few decades, but lung cancers unrelated to smoking have persisted. National Volunteer Medical Spokesperson for the American Lung Association and physician with the Chicago Allergy Clinic Dr. Juanita Mora explains more about lung cancer research.
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the U.S. The disease's incidence and death rates have dropped over the last few decades, but lung cancers unrelated to smoking have persisted. National Volunteer Medical Spokesperson for the American Lung Association and physician with the Chicago Allergy Clinic Dr. Juanita Mora explains more about lung cancer research.
Is that 'thirst trap' helping or hurting you? Expert shares advice
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
What is Ayurveda? TikTok trend explained | ChicagoNOW
There's always a new health or wellness trend making its rounds on social media, and right now, it's Ayurveda that's capturing attention, especially on TikTok. Nidhi Pandya, an Ayurvedic expert and bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows," joins us to explain what it is.
There's always a new health or wellness trend making its rounds on social media, and right now, it's Ayurveda that's capturing attention, especially on TikTok. Nidhi Pandya, an Ayurvedic expert and bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows," joins us to explain what it is.
Crown Point's Mobile Sensory Hub supports those with PTSD, autism, and sensory needs
A new resource for the Northwest Indiana community is working to help those with PTSD, autism, or other sensory issues while on the go.
A new resource for the Northwest Indiana community is working to help those with PTSD, autism, or other sensory issues while on the go.
Northwestern Medicine launches program to support patients with obesity planning pregnancy
Dr. Christina Boots explains how Northwestern's new PEARL program offers personalized weight loss counseling and fertility care for people with obesity who are trying to conceive.
Dr. Christina Boots explains how Northwestern's new PEARL program offers personalized weight loss counseling and fertility care for people with obesity who are trying to conceive.
Rush University Medical Center restores A/C after HVAC system failure
A cooling system outage at a hospital tower building Monday morning led to ambulance diversions and canceled surgeries as crews worked to restore comfortable conditions.
A cooling system outage at a hospital tower building Monday morning led to ambulance diversions and canceled surgeries as crews worked to restore comfortable conditions.
Judge blocks Trump efforts to defund Planned Parenthood
A previous injunction specifically blocked the government from cutting Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood members that didn’t provide abortion care or didn’t meet a threshold of at least $800,000 in Medicaid reimbursements in a given year.
A previous injunction specifically blocked the government from cutting Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood members that didn’t provide abortion care or didn’t meet a threshold of at least $800,000 in Medicaid reimbursements in a given year.
How animals are helping humans heal | Inside animal-assisted therapy
Meridian Health and Therapeutic Farms share how their new animal-assisted therapy program is filling gaps in mental health care and transforming lives.
Meridian Health and Therapeutic Farms share how their new animal-assisted therapy program is filling gaps in mental health care and transforming lives.
Deion Sanders reveals bladder cancer diagnosis
Colorado coach Deion Sanders said he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer. Here's what we know.
Colorado coach Deion Sanders said he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer. Here's what we know.
World's most premature baby defies all medical odds to reach 1st birthday
Nash Keen, born at 21 weeks and weighing 10 ounces, just celebrated his first birthday and earned a Guinness World Record as the most premature baby to survive.
Nash Keen, born at 21 weeks and weighing 10 ounces, just celebrated his first birthday and earned a Guinness World Record as the most premature baby to survive.