ER visits for tick bites are at their highest level in years: Here's where
Summer is always a more visible time for tick bites because humans are outside more, but experts caution that “every season is tick season." Here's how safe your state is.
Summer is always a more visible time for tick bites because humans are outside more, but experts caution that “every season is tick season." Here's how safe your state is.
Tampa General Hospital, USF developing artificial intelligence to monitor NICU baby's pain in real-time
Researchers are looking to use artificial intelligence to detect when a baby is in pain.
Researchers are looking to use artificial intelligence to detect when a baby is in pain.
Flesh-eating screwworm fly prompts livestock import ban at US-Mexico border
The U.S. has shut its southern border to livestock imports again after a flesh-eating parasite was found further north in Mexico than previously reported, raising alarm among American agriculture officials.
The U.S. has shut its southern border to livestock imports again after a flesh-eating parasite was found further north in Mexico than previously reported, raising alarm among American agriculture officials.
These states are spending the most on health insurance, study shows
Health insurance costs vary wildly by state. See where your state ranks in this new study.
Health insurance costs vary wildly by state. See where your state ranks in this new study.
Family Guy's Bobby Kesselman leads heartfelt mission in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
You've heard his voice on Family Guy, now he's using it to help kids in hospitals. Voice actor Bobby Kesselman leads the Hope Always Foundation, uplifting young patients through custom Warrior tablets. He discusses his journey from Hollywood studios to hospital rooms and the inspiration behind it all.
You've heard his voice on Family Guy, now he's using it to help kids in hospitals. Voice actor Bobby Kesselman leads the Hope Always Foundation, uplifting young patients through custom Warrior tablets. He discusses his journey from Hollywood studios to hospital rooms and the inspiration behind it all.
Is your favorite swimming spot safe? What to know about lake water contamination
A new report reveals hidden dangers in Lake Michigan and suburban swimming spots?Emily Kowalski from Environment Illinois breaks down how to stay safe this summer.
A new report reveals hidden dangers in Lake Michigan and suburban swimming spots?Emily Kowalski from Environment Illinois breaks down how to stay safe this summer.
How the Loretto Hospital vaccine controversy turned into a $200-million federal fraud case | ChicagoNOW
The Loretto Hospital scandal started back in 2021 when hospital executives were caught administering COVID vaccines meant for vulnerable populations to people who weren?t eligible ? including employees at Trump Tower Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
The Loretto Hospital scandal started back in 2021 when hospital executives were caught administering COVID vaccines meant for vulnerable populations to people who weren?t eligible ? including employees at Trump Tower Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
California woman gets married after lifesaving surgery to remove 40-pound tumor
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
M&M's, Skittles maker pushes back on RFK Jr's MAHA initiative to ban synthetic food dyes
MARS, the maker of M&M's and Skittles, yet to join voluntary pledge to end use of synthetic food dyes.
MARS, the maker of M&M's and Skittles, yet to join voluntary pledge to end use of synthetic food dyes.
Measles cases reach highest level since disease was 'eliminated' in US
There are also large outbreaks of the vaccine-preventable disease in Mexico and Canada.
There are also large outbreaks of the vaccine-preventable disease in Mexico and Canada.
Researchers discover possible trigger for Parkinson’s disease
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
'Molly' and mental health: How the drug is making waves in the medical world
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
These are the least and most stressed cities in the US, study shows
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
Heat hazards: Why summer weather can be dangerous ? and how to stay safe
Whether you love summer or not, medical experts say the hot weather can pose serious health risks. Here's a closer look at why this happens and how to stay safe this season.
Whether you love summer or not, medical experts say the hot weather can pose serious health risks. Here's a closer look at why this happens and how to stay safe this season.
Here's what inspired author Shelby Vincent's 'Perfect Through and Through' | ChicagoNOW
When Shelby?s Vincent's daughter, Nyomi, was born in 2019 with a rare tumor, life quickly became filled with doctors? appointments, surgeries, and therapies. She talks about how this and one moment in particular inspired her children's book 'Perfect Through and Through.'
When Shelby?s Vincent's daughter, Nyomi, was born in 2019 with a rare tumor, life quickly became filled with doctors? appointments, surgeries, and therapies. She talks about how this and one moment in particular inspired her children's book 'Perfect Through and Through.'
Crystal Lake police mourn loss of K-9 Zeus following medical emergency
The Crystal Lake Police Department is mourning the loss of K-9 Zeus, who died over the holiday weekend following a sudden medical emergency caused by cancer.
The Crystal Lake Police Department is mourning the loss of K-9 Zeus, who died over the holiday weekend following a sudden medical emergency caused by cancer.
'It's Okay to Laugh' shares heartfelt stories from special needs families
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Can drinking soda help migraines? Doctors reveal whether bubbly drinks cure headaches or not
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Weather changes tied to migraine headaches, experts say
With more than 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches, in many ways we're still learning about what could trigger them, including weather changes.
With more than 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches, in many ways we're still learning about what could trigger them, including weather changes.
Vaccines: Ask the Doctor ? The Truth Behind the Confusion and Controversy
There's plenty of confusion surrounding vaccines and the misinformation is spreading. Tonight in a special report, Sylvia Perez breaks down exactly what's changed under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary for the Dept. of Health and Human Services and what's next.
There's plenty of confusion surrounding vaccines and the misinformation is spreading. Tonight in a special report, Sylvia Perez breaks down exactly what's changed under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary for the Dept. of Health and Human Services and what's next.