Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
New FDA-approved HIV shot marks major breakthrough
A major win in the fight against HIV. The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new shot that cuts down on the risk of contracting the deadly virus.
A major win in the fight against HIV. The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new shot that cuts down on the risk of contracting the deadly virus.
Chicago therapist Ben Shabad looks like 'The Bear' star, but it's his work that stands out
He?s a licensed therapist helping people navigate real-life challenges ? and he just so happens to look a lot like a certain TV chef from The Bear, which premieres June 25! Ben Shabad is based here in Chicago, and while his resemblance to actor Jeremy Allen White may turn heads, it?s his work supporting mental health that really makes an impact.
He?s a licensed therapist helping people navigate real-life challenges ? and he just so happens to look a lot like a certain TV chef from The Bear, which premieres June 25! Ben Shabad is based here in Chicago, and while his resemblance to actor Jeremy Allen White may turn heads, it?s his work supporting mental health that really makes an impact.
FDA approves new twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Here's how it works
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
Chicago birth center closing temporarily due to staffing, pay challenges
A Chicago birth center is closing abruptly — at least for the summer — leaving patients scrambling to make new plans.
A Chicago birth center is closing abruptly — at least for the summer — leaving patients scrambling to make new plans.
Chicago birth center closing temporarily due to staffing, pay challenges
A Chicago birth center is closing abruptly ? at least for the summer ? leaving patients scrambling to make new plans.
A Chicago birth center is closing abruptly ? at least for the summer ? leaving patients scrambling to make new plans.
Trump administration to end LGBTQ+ youth support on 988 crisis line
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
Chicago studio offers unique, sizzling Pilates-inspired classes
Pilates is a popular form of workout found almost anywhere but one Chicago studio is now offering classes with a fresh twist.
Pilates is a popular form of workout found almost anywhere but one Chicago studio is now offering classes with a fresh twist.
Chicago surgeon removes 15-pound tumor after Michigan woman refused surgery at home
A Michigan woman says an appointment a few weeks ago with a suburban doctor was her last hope to try to beat her cancer. To win that fight, he’d have to do some heavy lifting.
A Michigan woman says an appointment a few weeks ago with a suburban doctor was her last hope to try to beat her cancer. To win that fight, he’d have to do some heavy lifting.
Chicago surgeon removes 15-pound tumor after Michigan woman refused surgery at home
A Michigan woman says an appointment a few weeks ago with a suburban Chicago doctor was her last hope to try to beat her cancer.
A Michigan woman says an appointment a few weeks ago with a suburban Chicago doctor was her last hope to try to beat her cancer.
Chicago hospital faces major air conditioning failure amid heat wave
A Chicago hospital is facing a major air conditioning failure just as a heat wave grips the city, forcing patient transfers and limiting some services, officials said Tuesday.
A Chicago hospital is facing a major air conditioning failure just as a heat wave grips the city, forcing patient transfers and limiting some services, officials said Tuesday.
Chicago hospital faces major air conditioning failure amid heat wave
A Chicago hospital is facing a major air conditioning failure just as a heat wave grips the city, forcing patient transfers and limiting some services, officials said Tuesday.
A Chicago hospital is facing a major air conditioning failure just as a heat wave grips the city, forcing patient transfers and limiting some services, officials said Tuesday.
Senators propose bill to ban prescription drug ads
Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.
Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.
Free art classes help heal: Inside Chicago's mental health + creativity initiative
A few local organizations are bringing free arts classes to all seven of the city's mental health centers.
A few local organizations are bringing free arts classes to all seven of the city's mental health centers.
Bruce Willis' wife confesses she 'wants it all back' in raw Father's Day tribute to actor
A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.
A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.
Bill Nye says RFK Jr. spammed his phone with miles of anti-vax texts
Bill Nye the Science Guy once had to block Health Secretary RFK Jr. after he sent “miles and miles” of anti-vaccination texts to his phone, he recalled in a recent interview.
Bill Nye the Science Guy once had to block Health Secretary RFK Jr. after he sent “miles and miles” of anti-vaccination texts to his phone, he recalled in a recent interview.
Onyx Medical Wellness celebrates grand opening in South Shore
Chicago's South Shore community is welcoming a groundbreaking new medical clinic that is reshaping how healthcare is delivered?particularly for Black, LGBTQ plus, and marginalized populations.
Chicago's South Shore community is welcoming a groundbreaking new medical clinic that is reshaping how healthcare is delivered?particularly for Black, LGBTQ plus, and marginalized populations.
RFK Jr.'s newest CDC vaccine panel includes critics of COVID shots, lockdowns
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.
Richton Park nursing home found negligent in elderly man's death
It took three days to seat a jury, a week to present the case and just three hours of deliberation for a Cook County jury to find a south suburban nursing home negligent in the death of an elderly patient.
It took three days to seat a jury, a week to present the case and just three hours of deliberation for a Cook County jury to find a south suburban nursing home negligent in the death of an elderly patient.
Family awarded $5.5M in nursing home neglect case tied for largest in Cook County
It took three days to seat a jury, a week to present the case and just three hours of deliberation for a Cook County jury to find a south suburban nursing home negligent in the death of an elderly patient.
It took three days to seat a jury, a week to present the case and just three hours of deliberation for a Cook County jury to find a south suburban nursing home negligent in the death of an elderly patient.