Trump in 'quarantine process' after top aide gets COVID-19
President Donald Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump are beginning a “quarantine process” as they await coronavirus test results.
President Donald Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump are beginning a “quarantine process” as they await coronavirus test results.
Chicago's 'Tamale Guy' released from hospital after spending 3 weeks in ICU from COVID-19
After more than a month in the hospital battling coronavirus, Chicago’s “Tamale Guy,” Claudio Velez has been released and cleared to go home.
After more than a month in the hospital battling coronavirus, Chicago’s “Tamale Guy,” Claudio Velez has been released and cleared to go home.
House Democrats pass COVID-19 relief bill as talks drag on
Democrats controlling the House narrowly passed a $2.2 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Thursday night, a move that came as top-level talks on a smaller, potentially bipartisan measure dragged on toward an uncertain finish. An air of pessimism has largely taken over the Capitol.
Democrats controlling the House narrowly passed a $2.2 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Thursday night, a move that came as top-level talks on a smaller, potentially bipartisan measure dragged on toward an uncertain finish. An air of pessimism has largely taken over the Capitol.
College student dies of COVID-19 complications affecting his brain
While COVID-19 most notably affects the lungs, scientists are now finding that neurological disorders are being more frequently reported.
While COVID-19 most notably affects the lungs, scientists are now finding that neurological disorders are being more frequently reported.
Doctor invites ‘mask and COVID-19 deniers’ to hospital without PPE
Dr. Nikos Razis posted an open invitation on social media to those denying the existence of the pandemic to come join him in the emergency room without personal protective equipment.
Dr. Nikos Razis posted an open invitation on social media to those denying the existence of the pandemic to come join him in the emergency room without personal protective equipment.
Importance of receiving an annual mammogram
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease that affects 1-in-8 American women in their lifetime. Dr. Sally Friedewald of Northwestern Medicine talks about why mammograms are the best way to protect yourself.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease that affects 1-in-8 American women in their lifetime. Dr. Sally Friedewald of Northwestern Medicine talks about why mammograms are the best way to protect yourself.
Halloween safety amid the pandemic
October is the month we head into the family gatherings and holiday season starting with Halloween. But in a Covid-19 world, what is considered safe when it comes to gatherings? Dr. Shikha Jain with UIC answers some questions.
October is the month we head into the family gatherings and holiday season starting with Halloween. But in a Covid-19 world, what is considered safe when it comes to gatherings? Dr. Shikha Jain with UIC answers some questions.
Study: THC in marijuana could help avert fatal COVID-19 complications
Researchers at the University of South Carolina believe THC, the most potent chemical found in marijuana, could help avert some fatal complications seen in COVID-19 patients.
Researchers at the University of South Carolina believe THC, the most potent chemical found in marijuana, could help avert some fatal complications seen in COVID-19 patients.
Coronavirus deaths worldwide pass unimaginable milestone
The world passed another milestone this week when it was announced that there have been 1 million deaths since the first case of coronavirus in China. Dr. David Zich talks about it.
The world passed another milestone this week when it was announced that there have been 1 million deaths since the first case of coronavirus in China. Dr. David Zich talks about it.
New data shows opioid addiction has worsened amid pandemic
Over the past six months, we've witnessed some of the unintended consequences of the pandemic including a spike in anxiety, stress, isolation and depression, all of which ties into another epidemic that has not gone away - opioid addiction. Dr. Anand Parekh discusses it.
Over the past six months, we've witnessed some of the unintended consequences of the pandemic including a spike in anxiety, stress, isolation and depression, all of which ties into another epidemic that has not gone away - opioid addiction. Dr. Anand Parekh discusses it.
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine generates immune response in older adults, study finds
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
Boosting your Vitamin D intake can help fight COVID-19
Arielle Levitan, co-founder of Vous Vitamin, talks about the impact Vitamin D can have in strengthening your immune system against COVID-19.
Arielle Levitan, co-founder of Vous Vitamin, talks about the impact Vitamin D can have in strengthening your immune system against COVID-19.
1 in 3 parents don't intend to have their child get the flu vaccine this year
One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases.
One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases.
US will ship millions of coronavirus tests in push to reopen nation's schools
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
Study: Fewer than 10% of Americans have developed COVID-19 antibodies
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
Coffee may help colon cancer patients’ longevity, study finds
A recent study suggests that colon cancer patients who drink at least 2-3 cups of coffee a day could see a lower risk of disease progression and death.
A recent study suggests that colon cancer patients who drink at least 2-3 cups of coffee a day could see a lower risk of disease progression and death.
Idaho man arrested for flouting mask order at outdoor worship service: 'Unbelievable'
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
1,604 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, 14 additional deaths
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,604 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 14 additional confirmed deaths.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,604 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 14 additional confirmed deaths.
Military suicides up as much as 20% amid COVID-19 pandemic
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, 25 additional deaths
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced 2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 25 deaths.
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced 2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 25 deaths.