Stillborn baby tests positive for COVID-19 in 2nd reported case in Israel
The mother, who was 36 weeks pregnant, was admitted to the hospital and tested positive for COVID-19, according to reports. Lab tests revealed the fetus was also infected with the virus and had died in the womb.
The mother, who was 36 weeks pregnant, was admitted to the hospital and tested positive for COVID-19, according to reports. Lab tests revealed the fetus was also infected with the virus and had died in the womb.
Illinois smokers eligible for COVID vaccine under Phase 1B Plus
Smokers in Illinois are eligible for the coronavirus vaccine under Phase 1B+, the Illinois Department of Public Health said.
Smokers in Illinois are eligible for the coronavirus vaccine under Phase 1B+, the Illinois Department of Public Health said.
‘His fighting spirit prevailed’: COVID-19 patient discharged from hospital after spending 85 days in ICU
A man is finally going home after spending 85 days at a Nevada hospital fighting COVID-19.
A man is finally going home after spending 85 days at a Nevada hospital fighting COVID-19.
Brazil coronavirus variant capable of reinfecting those who already had COVID-19, research suggests
Researchers found that the Brazil variant, called P.1, is between 1.4 and 2.2 times more transmissible than other coronavirus strains and appears to be better at escaping natural immunity.
Researchers found that the Brazil variant, called P.1, is between 1.4 and 2.2 times more transmissible than other coronavirus strains and appears to be better at escaping natural immunity.
WHO issues strong recommendation against drug Trump took to try to prevent coronavirus infection
An expert panel advising the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strong recommendation against using hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19.
An expert panel advising the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strong recommendation against using hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19.
Anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts show sharp increases during pandemic
Dr. David Gomel, president and CEO of Rosecrance, talks about the mental health impact of the pandemic and resources to help those struggling with depression.
Dr. David Gomel, president and CEO of Rosecrance, talks about the mental health impact of the pandemic and resources to help those struggling with depression.
Whoopi Goldberg on her battle with migraines
Whoopi Goldberg joins Good Day Chicago to talk about her battle with migraines and where she's found relief.
Whoopi Goldberg joins Good Day Chicago to talk about her battle with migraines and where she's found relief.
Health officials aim for 80% of Lake County residents to be vaccinated by late summer
Mark Pfister, executive director of the Lake County Health Department, lays out their vaccination goals.
Mark Pfister, executive director of the Lake County Health Department, lays out their vaccination goals.
‘Now is not the time to relax’: CDC director warns of possible 4th surge amid easing of COVID-19 restrictions
The director of the CDC is pleading with Americans not to get too comfortable amid easing COVID-19 restrictions and mass vaccination rollouts.
The director of the CDC is pleading with Americans not to get too comfortable amid easing COVID-19 restrictions and mass vaccination rollouts.
Mom warns other parents after toddler dies from swallowing button battery
A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.
A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.
US will have enough COVID-19 vaccines for all adults by end of May, Biden says
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
Scientists say COVID-19 could become endemic but pose less of societal threat over time
A majority of infectious-disease researchers surveyed said they expect SARS-CoV-2 to become endemic, meaning it could continue to circulate for years like the flu or common cold.
A majority of infectious-disease researchers surveyed said they expect SARS-CoV-2 to become endemic, meaning it could continue to circulate for years like the flu or common cold.
Illinois expects first doses of Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine by Wednesday
The Illinois Department of Public Health said the state expects to receive 83,000 doses of the newly approved Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine by Wednesday.
The Illinois Department of Public Health said the state expects to receive 83,000 doses of the newly approved Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine by Wednesday.
What you need to know about colon cancer
Dr. Jacqueline Harrison from Cook County Health walks us through the basic information and risk factors regarding colon cancer.
Dr. Jacqueline Harrison from Cook County Health walks us through the basic information and risk factors regarding colon cancer.
United Center to start giving COVID-19 vaccines to seniors
The United Center will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to Illinois seniors starting Tuesday, March 9.
The United Center will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to Illinois seniors starting Tuesday, March 9.
Myriad of ethical issues surrounding COVID-19 vaccines
University of Chicago bioethicist Laurie Zoloth walks us through some of the most relevant ethical questions regarding the distribution of the coronavirus vaccines.
University of Chicago bioethicist Laurie Zoloth walks us through some of the most relevant ethical questions regarding the distribution of the coronavirus vaccines.
Lurie Children's Hospital seeking candidates for kids vaccine trial
Dr. Bill Muller from Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago talks about their new COVID vaccine trial which is seeking candidates between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old.
Dr. Bill Muller from Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago talks about their new COVID vaccine trial which is seeking candidates between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old.
Researchers discover rare group of people with naturally-controlled HIV in Africa
Researchers from Abbott Laboratories said studying this group of people in the Democratic Republic of Congo could help pave the way for future HIV treatments — and potentially help find a cure.
Researchers from Abbott Laboratories said studying this group of people in the Democratic Republic of Congo could help pave the way for future HIV treatments — and potentially help find a cure.
US states are easing COVID-19 restrictions too early, medical experts say
With the U.S. vaccination drive picking up speed and a third formula on the way, states eager to reopen for business are easing coronavirus restrictions despite warnings from health experts that the outbreak is far from over and that moving too quickly could prolong the misery.
With the U.S. vaccination drive picking up speed and a third formula on the way, states eager to reopen for business are easing coronavirus restrictions despite warnings from health experts that the outbreak is far from over and that moving too quickly could prolong the misery.
Eating this ratio of fruit and veggies could help you live longer, study suggests
How many servings of fruits and veggies should you be getting each day to live a longer life? A new study published in Circulation, the journal of the American Heart Association, aims to provide an answer.
How many servings of fruits and veggies should you be getting each day to live a longer life? A new study published in Circulation, the journal of the American Heart Association, aims to provide an answer.