Cook County erases $665M in medical debt for over half a million residents
Getting sick is hard enough ? but the medical bills that follow can be just as painful. Which is why years ago, Cook County created a program to help people tackle medical debt.
Getting sick is hard enough ? but the medical bills that follow can be just as painful. Which is why years ago, Cook County created a program to help people tackle medical debt.
Here's what makes you a prime target for mosquitoes
Mosquitoes may target people based on heat, scent and even genetics. Here’s what experts are saying.
Mosquitoes may target people based on heat, scent and even genetics. Here’s what experts are saying.
Chicago voices featured in bombshell political book about President Biden
Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s new book "Original Sin" outlines concerns about former President Joe Biden’s condition. They sat down with FOX 32's Paris Schutz.
Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s new book "Original Sin" outlines concerns about former President Joe Biden’s condition. They sat down with FOX 32's Paris Schutz.
Cook County eliminates $664 million in medical debt
A major milestone just reached in the fight against soaring medical debt. Cook County officials say more than a half of billion dollars has been erased.
A major milestone just reached in the fight against soaring medical debt. Cook County officials say more than a half of billion dollars has been erased.
Chicago Police Department pauses external mental health roll calls
A retired Chicago police officer is raising concerns as CPD is pausing external officer wellness resources. This involves mainly mental health assistance.
A retired Chicago police officer is raising concerns as CPD is pausing external officer wellness resources. This involves mainly mental health assistance.
Alzheimer?s affects 1 in 9 seniors ? here are the early signs to watch for
Like cancer, Alzheimer's is a disease that affects many people. About one in nine people, 65 and older, has it, according to the Alzheimer's Association. Here's how to recognize some of the signs.
Like cancer, Alzheimer's is a disease that affects many people. About one in nine people, 65 and older, has it, according to the Alzheimer's Association. Here's how to recognize some of the signs.
Air quality alerts posted for Chicago, other big cities as Canadian wildfire smoke invades US
Chicago’s air took a hit overnight as smoke from more than 100 Canadian wildfires drifted into the city, pushing the air quality into unhealthy territory.
Chicago’s air took a hit overnight as smoke from more than 100 Canadian wildfires drifted into the city, pushing the air quality into unhealthy territory.
How microplastics are impacting women's health
The air we breathe, water we drink and sunscreen we are putting on our skin can all be contaminated with chemicals associated with microplastics.
The air we breathe, water we drink and sunscreen we are putting on our skin can all be contaminated with chemicals associated with microplastics.
Woman killed by brain-eating amoeba after cleaning sinuses with water in Texas: CDC
The report says she developed severe neurologic symptoms, including fever, headache, and altered mental status. She died eight days after her symptoms began.
The report says she developed severe neurologic symptoms, including fever, headache, and altered mental status. She died eight days after her symptoms began.
Girl battling leukemia at Lurie Children's becomes FOX 32 reporter for a day
Vivianna, who is battling cancer at Lurie Children's, was a superstar on camera.
Vivianna, who is battling cancer at Lurie Children's, was a superstar on camera.
Whole Foods ground beef may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says
A recall wasn’t issued for the ground beef because it was removed from store shelves.
A recall wasn’t issued for the ground beef because it was removed from store shelves.
Life-saving CPR steps you should know
This week is CPR and AED Awareness Week and this morning we are talking about the importance of learning these lifesaving skills in case you ever need to use them in an emergency situation.
This week is CPR and AED Awareness Week and this morning we are talking about the importance of learning these lifesaving skills in case you ever need to use them in an emergency situation.
RFK Jr. orders review of baby formula: What to know
“Operation Stork Speed” will be the first deep look at baby formula ingredients since 1998.
“Operation Stork Speed” will be the first deep look at baby formula ingredients since 1998.
Young Lurie Children's patient fights leukemia, here's her story
Vivianna at 10 years old is fighting cancer at Lurie Children's, and she's determined to beat it. Here's her story.
Vivianna at 10 years old is fighting cancer at Lurie Children's, and she's determined to beat it. Here's her story.
Study finds 45% spike in marijuana use by boomers
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
Drinking coffee may boost odds of aging well, study finds
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
Lurie Children's looks to bring new hope to Chicago's West Side
When the doors open next summer, the Austin Hope Center will increase access to quality care for young people on the city's West Side.
When the doors open next summer, the Austin Hope Center will increase access to quality care for young people on the city's West Side.
A special look inside Lurie Children's Mobile Health Unit
Lurie Children?s is working to serve patients in their own communities. FOX 32's Terrence Lee tells us how their mobile health program is reaching the unique needs of children across Chicago.
Lurie Children?s is working to serve patients in their own communities. FOX 32's Terrence Lee tells us how their mobile health program is reaching the unique needs of children across Chicago.
Prostate cancer diagnoses renew calls for early screening and awareness
Terrance Jones, a prostate cancer survivor diagnosed at 47 with no symptoms, now uses art to raise awareness about the importance of early screening, as doctors urge men to advocate for proactive testing.
Terrance Jones, a prostate cancer survivor diagnosed at 47 with no symptoms, now uses art to raise awareness about the importance of early screening, as doctors urge men to advocate for proactive testing.
Prostate cancer diagnoses renew calls for early screening and awareness
Terrance Jones was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 47 with no symptoms, highlighting the importance of early screening, especially as former President Joe Biden?s diagnosis brings renewed attention to the disease.
Terrance Jones was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 47 with no symptoms, highlighting the importance of early screening, especially as former President Joe Biden?s diagnosis brings renewed attention to the disease.