Dr. Zich: Controlling a second flare-up of coronavirus
The United States has now surpassed 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases as experts predict that tens of thousands more people will get infected and die in the months ahead. Dr. David Zich of Northwestern Medicine talks about it.
The United States has now surpassed 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases as experts predict that tens of thousands more people will get infected and die in the months ahead. Dr. David Zich of Northwestern Medicine talks about it.
Study looks at weather's impact on COVID-19
Many experts have wondered if COVID-19 is a seasonal virus. A new study just released looked at data from 50 cities with and without a substantial spread of the virus to see how weather plays a role. Dr. Oz has more on these findings.
Many experts have wondered if COVID-19 is a seasonal virus. A new study just released looked at data from 50 cities with and without a substantial spread of the virus to see how weather plays a role. Dr. Oz has more on these findings.
Young COVID-19 survivor in Chicago receives double lung transplant
Surgeons in Chicago have given a new set of lungs to a young woman with severe lung damage from the coronavirus.
Surgeons in Chicago have given a new set of lungs to a young woman with severe lung damage from the coronavirus.
Woman in her 20s receives double lung transplant after suffering ‘irreversible damage’ from COVID-19
The procedure was the first of its kind in the U.S. since the pandemic began. Doctors said she was otherwise healthy.
The procedure was the first of its kind in the U.S. since the pandemic began. Doctors said she was otherwise healthy.
Study: COVID-19 false negatives possible when tested too early
A new study out of Johns Hopkins found that testing people too early for COVID-19 is likely to result in a false negative, even though they may eventually test positive for the virus. Dr. Oz weighs in on it.
A new study out of Johns Hopkins found that testing people too early for COVID-19 is likely to result in a false negative, even though they may eventually test positive for the virus. Dr. Oz weighs in on it.
'Pre-pandemic behavior': Surge of new coronavirus cases reported in 21 states amid push to reopen
Places that were hit hardest earlier, such as New York, have improved — while infections seem to be rising in other areas.
Places that were hit hardest earlier, such as New York, have improved — while infections seem to be rising in other areas.
The future of large events in wake of COVID-19
Dr. David Zich of Northwestern Medicine talks about the latest developments regarding the COVID-19 outbreak.
Dr. David Zich of Northwestern Medicine talks about the latest developments regarding the COVID-19 outbreak.
'Creepy' clowns help boy, 4, celebrate end of cancer treatment: 'It was the happiest I have seen him'
Brodie, a lover of scary movies and clowns, in particular, was surprised on June 7, aka National Cancer Survivor Day, by a slew of ghoulish characters from Turlock’s Ranch of Horror — and the 4-year-old loved every second.
Brodie, a lover of scary movies and clowns, in particular, was surprised on June 7, aka National Cancer Survivor Day, by a slew of ghoulish characters from Turlock’s Ranch of Horror — and the 4-year-old loved every second.
WHO says comments on asymptomatic individuals a ‘misunderstanding’
The World Health Organization walked back on comments it had previously made regarding asymptomatic individuals and whether they greatly contribute to the spread of the novel coronavirus.
The World Health Organization walked back on comments it had previously made regarding asymptomatic individuals and whether they greatly contribute to the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Trader Joe’s, Costco, Whole Foods have best coronavirus safety measures among grocery stores: Survey
Ipsos released its Consumer Health & Safety Index survey on Wednesday and found that the three companies excelled at proper face-covering usage, social distancing and other critical procedures that help customers minimize their chance of contracting COVID-19.
Ipsos released its Consumer Health & Safety Index survey on Wednesday and found that the three companies excelled at proper face-covering usage, social distancing and other critical procedures that help customers minimize their chance of contracting COVID-19.
More than 126,000 people in Illinois have tested positive for coronavirus
The state of Illinois reported Saturday an additional 975 new cases of coronavirus, which means that 126,890 people have tested positive for coronavirus so far. The state said 72 more people have died, for a total of 5,864 lives lost in the state.
The state of Illinois reported Saturday an additional 975 new cases of coronavirus, which means that 126,890 people have tested positive for coronavirus so far. The state said 72 more people have died, for a total of 5,864 lives lost in the state.
CDC says some Americans surveyed have gargled bleach to prevent coronavirus
“Thirty-nine percent of respondents reported engaging in non-recommended high-risk practices with the intent of preventing SARS-CoV-2 transmission, such as washing food products with bleach, applying household cleaning or disinfectant products to bare skin, and intentionally inhaling or ingesting these products,” the CDC report read.
“Thirty-nine percent of respondents reported engaging in non-recommended high-risk practices with the intent of preventing SARS-CoV-2 transmission, such as washing food products with bleach, applying household cleaning or disinfectant products to bare skin, and intentionally inhaling or ingesting these products,” the CDC report read.
CDC director apologizes for 'inadequate' coronavirus data on racial disparities
Many Democrats and community leaders in several cities have voiced concerns over the African American death rate in connection to the coronavirus.
Many Democrats and community leaders in several cities have voiced concerns over the African American death rate in connection to the coronavirus.
CDC director says protesters should 'highly consider' getting tested for coronavirus
CDC Director Robert Redfield warned the large demonstrations could be a "seeding event" for more coronavirus outbreaks.
CDC Director Robert Redfield warned the large demonstrations could be a "seeding event" for more coronavirus outbreaks.
Lurie hosting annual Cancer Survivors walk virtually
June 7 is National Cancer Survivors Day and because of the pandemic, Lurie's annual Cancer Survivors' Celebration Walk is going virtual. Kanesha Broadwater, patient care coordinator at Northwestern Medicine and cancer survivor herself, joined Good Day with ways you can get in on the fun.
June 7 is National Cancer Survivors Day and because of the pandemic, Lurie's annual Cancer Survivors' Celebration Walk is going virtual. Kanesha Broadwater, patient care coordinator at Northwestern Medicine and cancer survivor herself, joined Good Day with ways you can get in on the fun.
Dr. Zich: Chicago enters first weekend under Phase 3
State health officials are now urging anyone who participated in mass gatherings or protests to be tested for COVID-19. The state says tests are now available to everyone at 11 state run sites regardless of symptoms. Dr. David Zich weighs in.
State health officials are now urging anyone who participated in mass gatherings or protests to be tested for COVID-19. The state says tests are now available to everyone at 11 state run sites regardless of symptoms. Dr. David Zich weighs in.
Study on safety of malaria drugs for coronavirus retracted
Thursday’s retraction in the journal Lancet involved a May 22 report on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, drugs long used for preventing or treating malaria but whose safety and effectiveness for COVID-19 are unknown.
Thursday’s retraction in the journal Lancet involved a May 22 report on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, drugs long used for preventing or treating malaria but whose safety and effectiveness for COVID-19 are unknown.
New cleaning standards for hotels
Hotels and large venue organizations are partnering with some of the biggest names in healthcare and infection control to showcase the new standards of clean for their facilities. Keri Lestage, COO of Byoplanet talks about these new cleaning procedures.
Hotels and large venue organizations are partnering with some of the biggest names in healthcare and infection control to showcase the new standards of clean for their facilities. Keri Lestage, COO of Byoplanet talks about these new cleaning procedures.
Dr. Oz: Effect constant images of turmoil has on mental health
The protests across the country have stirred up powerful thoughts and emotions in just about everyone. That combined with images of violence and chaos can often impact our mental health. Dr. Oz takes a look at how today's climate can impact how we feel.
The protests across the country have stirred up powerful thoughts and emotions in just about everyone. That combined with images of violence and chaos can often impact our mental health. Dr. Oz takes a look at how today's climate can impact how we feel.
‘Be kind to each other’: Gru of ‘Despicable Me’ franchise teams up with WHO for COVID-19 PSA
The WHO and Gru from "Despicable Me" teamed up to share a PSA about caring for one another during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The WHO and Gru from "Despicable Me" teamed up to share a PSA about caring for one another during the COVID-19 pandemic.