WHO declares Ebola outbreak public health emergency
The World Health Organization is declaring the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency.
The World Health Organization is declaring the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency.
Canada confirms 1st positive hantavirus case
Canada’s national health agency confirmed Sunday that one of four Canadians who returned from the cruise ship MV Hondius during a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive.
Canada’s national health agency confirmed Sunday that one of four Canadians who returned from the cruise ship MV Hondius during a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive.
Ebola outbreak in Africa spurs global health emergency declaration
With hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths already reported, the World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm about an Ebola disease outbreak by declaring a global health emergency.
With hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths already reported, the World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm about an Ebola disease outbreak by declaring a global health emergency.
Expert weighs on in viral 'fiber-maxxing' trend | ChicagoLIVE
Have you heard about the viral trend called "fiber-maxxing"? Well, an expert helps us bring down the importance of fiber in our diet.
Have you heard about the viral trend called "fiber-maxxing"? Well, an expert helps us bring down the importance of fiber in our diet.
Ancient Chinese movement shows promise for reducing blood pressure at home, study says
Researchers found that a simple, centuries-old Chinese practice could be almost as effective as some medications in lowering blood pressure.
Researchers found that a simple, centuries-old Chinese practice could be almost as effective as some medications in lowering blood pressure.
How much protein do you actually need? Experts weigh in
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
Recent revisions to U.S. dietary guidelines have led to Americans eating more protein, but experts say eating more protein isn't necessary for many people.
USDA adds to list of frozen pizza, snack food varieties included in public health alert
The list of frozen pizza and snack food brands subject to a public health alert grew longer this week as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) added some regional items to varieties that were sold nationwide.
The list of frozen pizza and snack food brands subject to a public health alert grew longer this week as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) added some regional items to varieties that were sold nationwide.
Hantavirus monitoring expands as more patients are hospitalized, CDC tracks 41 people across US
Health officials say Hantavirus exposure cases are under continued observation, with three new hospitalizations in Kansas and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention monitoring 41 people nationwide following a cruise-related outbreak and international exposure concerns.
Health officials say Hantavirus exposure cases are under continued observation, with three new hospitalizations in Kansas and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention monitoring 41 people nationwide following a cruise-related outbreak and international exposure concerns.
Gov. Pritzker treated for minor complication following medical procedure
Gov. JB Pritzker experienced a minor complication following a recent urology procedure but has since returned to work, according to his office.
Gov. JB Pritzker experienced a minor complication following a recent urology procedure but has since returned to work, according to his office.
Kratom use grows as Illinois lawmakers consider regulation
In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S. It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law. Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate.
In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S. It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law. Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate.
A positive attitude may help you live longer, new study finds
Growing research suggests that optimism may protect the heart. Here’s what to know.
Growing research suggests that optimism may protect the heart. Here’s what to know.
States monitor possible hantavirus exposure after deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials across the U.S. are monitoring possible hantavirus exposures as some remain under quarantine.
Health officials across the U.S. are monitoring possible hantavirus exposures as some remain under quarantine.
Study finds daily step goal could help keep weight off long term
Personal trainer Alyssa Weishaar explains why walking about 8,500 steps a day may help people maintain weight loss, build healthier habits and avoid slipping back into old routines.
Personal trainer Alyssa Weishaar explains why walking about 8,500 steps a day may help people maintain weight loss, build healthier habits and avoid slipping back into old routines.
Northwestern researchers develop wearable device designed to monitor stress and health
Northwestern University professor John Rogers explains how a new wireless chest-worn sensor could help doctors track stress, breathing, heart activity and other vital signs in real time.
Northwestern University professor John Rogers explains how a new wireless chest-worn sensor could help doctors track stress, breathing, heart activity and other vital signs in real time.
Food cravings at 3:45 pm aren't random, here's what your body may be warning you about
That mid-afternoon urge to reach for a snack isn't just a lack of willpower — it's something many Americans experience every day. Here's why.
That mid-afternoon urge to reach for a snack isn't just a lack of willpower — it's something many Americans experience every day. Here's why.
What you need to know about hantavirus
A growing number of states are keeping an eye out for potential hantavirus cases after an outbreak that began on a cruise ship last month. Sixteen states are now on the list and this afternoon, the CDC says that this is not the next pandemic in the making. Kailey Schuyler joins us live from Omaha, Nebraska - home to the national quarantine unit.
A growing number of states are keeping an eye out for potential hantavirus cases after an outbreak that began on a cruise ship last month. Sixteen states are now on the list and this afternoon, the CDC says that this is not the next pandemic in the making. Kailey Schuyler joins us live from Omaha, Nebraska - home to the national quarantine unit.
Could the hantavirus outbreak become the next pandemic? Northwestern expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Glioblastoma vaccine shows early promise in boosting survival
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
A personalized DNA vaccine for glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, appears safe and shows early signs of extending survival in some patients, according to a small phase 1 trial.
PCOS gets new name in effort to improve diagnosis for millions of women
PCOS, a chronic hormonal condition affecting 1 in 8 women around the world, is getting a new name to improve diagnosis and care.
PCOS, a chronic hormonal condition affecting 1 in 8 women around the world, is getting a new name to improve diagnosis and care.
What to know about possible hantavirus case in Illinois
Public health officials announced they are monitoring a possible hantavirus case in Illinois that is not tied to the cruise ship outbreak.
Public health officials announced they are monitoring a possible hantavirus case in Illinois that is not tied to the cruise ship outbreak.