West Suburban hospital to resume clinic services
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.
Northwestern study shows promise for new pancreatic cancer drug | ChicagoLIVE
A new drug developed at Northwestern University doubled one-year survival in a pancreatic cancer clinical trial.
A new drug developed at Northwestern University doubled one-year survival in a pancreatic cancer clinical trial.
Black Maternal Health Week highlights care gaps, resources for moms
Dr. Jacqueline Hairston discusses disparities facing Black mothers and an open house at Northwestern Medicine’s Prentice Women’s Hospital offering support, education and resources for healthier pregnancies.
Dr. Jacqueline Hairston discusses disparities facing Black mothers and an open house at Northwestern Medicine’s Prentice Women’s Hospital offering support, education and resources for healthier pregnancies.
‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
What the 'Big Beautiful Bill' means for medicaid in Illinois
Cook County health officials are warning that hundreds of thousands of residents are in danger of losing their health coverage under new medicaid rules. Paris Schutz reports.
Cook County health officials are warning that hundreds of thousands of residents are in danger of losing their health coverage under new medicaid rules. Paris Schutz reports.
Simple shot may reverse osteoarthritis in just weeks, researchers say
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
Cough drops and cough suppressants recalled nationwide recall: See the list
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
UChicago Medicine adds 24/7 doulas to labor and delivery care | ChicagoNOW
A new partnership is bringing around-the-clock doula support to eligible patients in Chicago
A new partnership is bringing around-the-clock doula support to eligible patients in Chicago
New drug significantly extends survival in advanced pancreatic cancer trial
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Black Maternal Health Week spotlight: Connecting moms to care and community
Dr. Maya Dominque shares how Prenatal Well is supporting mothers and what to expect at their upcoming women’s wellness fair.
Dr. Maya Dominque shares how Prenatal Well is supporting mothers and what to expect at their upcoming women’s wellness fair.
Medicaid changes could impact hundreds of thousands in Illinois
Cook County Health CEO Dr. Erik Mikaitis explains upcoming Medicaid changes, who’s most at risk of losing coverage and what steps residents should take now to stay insured.
Cook County Health CEO Dr. Erik Mikaitis explains upcoming Medicaid changes, who’s most at risk of losing coverage and what steps residents should take now to stay insured.
A father saved by his kids shares how CPR changed everything
Tom Gould recounts the night his children saved his life with CPR and why he’s now advocating for lifesaving education with the American Heart Association.
Tom Gould recounts the night his children saved his life with CPR and why he’s now advocating for lifesaving education with the American Heart Association.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
What is Hib? Doctors sound alarm on deadly bacterial disease
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
How to actually get thicker, healthier hair, according to a dermatologist | ChicagoNOW
You may have seen the 'no-wash' or 'low-wash' movement for your hair on social media. Influencers are claiming you’ll get thicker, healthier hair – but actual medical experts say the opposite. Dr. Mary Dick, a dermatologist at Rush University System for Health, breaks down the facts vs fiction.
You may have seen the 'no-wash' or 'low-wash' movement for your hair on social media. Influencers are claiming you’ll get thicker, healthier hair – but actual medical experts say the opposite. Dr. Mary Dick, a dermatologist at Rush University System for Health, breaks down the facts vs fiction.
Neurologist explains motor neuron disease after Game of Thrones actor’s death at 35
University of Chicago Medicine neurologist Praveen Attele answers key questions about ALS and related conditions, including symptoms, causes, treatment options and ongoing hope for a cure.
University of Chicago Medicine neurologist Praveen Attele answers key questions about ALS and related conditions, including symptoms, causes, treatment options and ongoing hope for a cure.
Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
Unexplained shoulder pain may signal more serious conditions | ChicagoLIVE
Experts say unexplained pain, especially on the right side, may be linked to issues beyond common injuries.
Experts say unexplained pain, especially on the right side, may be linked to issues beyond common injuries.
HIV infections rise sharply in Chicago, experts point to troubling trends
Dr. Aniruddha Hazra from UChicago Medicine explains the spike in HIV cases, who is most affected, and how testing, treatment and funding cuts could shape the response.
Dr. Aniruddha Hazra from UChicago Medicine explains the spike in HIV cases, who is most affected, and how testing, treatment and funding cuts could shape the response.
High-protein diet may help fight cholera, study finds
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.