Calumet Park police officer diagnosed with rare form of cancer
The Calumet Park Police Department is putting on a fundraiser to help one of its own officers as he battles a recent cancer diagnosis
The Calumet Park Police Department is putting on a fundraiser to help one of its own officers as he battles a recent cancer diagnosis
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Pope Francis gradually improving at the hospital
The Vatican reported tonight that Pope Francis is showing gradual signs of improvement.
The Vatican reported tonight that Pope Francis is showing gradual signs of improvement.
Measles case in Maryland traced to traveler at Dulles Airport
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Chicago area nonprofit walks for a cure for multiple sclerosis
It's estimated that about 200 people receive a diagnosis for multiple sclerosis every week in the U.S. One Chicago area nonprofit is walking for a cure this month.
It's estimated that about 200 people receive a diagnosis for multiple sclerosis every week in the U.S. One Chicago area nonprofit is walking for a cure this month.
Pope Francis continues to be treated, as hospitalization reaches 3 weeks
A new medical update on Pope Francis was expected on Saturday as he continues to be treated for bilateral pneumonia.
A new medical update on Pope Francis was expected on Saturday as he continues to be treated for bilateral pneumonia.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Causes of death revealed for Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa
Authorities have revealed the causes of death for Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa.
Authorities have revealed the causes of death for Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa.
Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Illinois lawmaker calls out cuts to Medicaid
Democratic State Senator La Shawn Ford spoke Friday, saying there's a better path forward instead of making cuts to Medicaid.
Democratic State Senator La Shawn Ford spoke Friday, saying there's a better path forward instead of making cuts to Medicaid.
Pope Francis hits 3-week mark of hospitalization
Pope Francis has been in the hospital for three weeks with double pneumonia.
Pope Francis has been in the hospital for three weeks with double pneumonia.
What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.
Here's how many people say they've never had COVID
It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.
It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.
Help your baby sleep better with these tips
If you're a parent, you know bedtime can sometimes be a struggle, especially if you're dealing with a newborn. Often times, parents unknowingly make mistakes that impact their baby's sleep.
If you're a parent, you know bedtime can sometimes be a struggle, especially if you're dealing with a newborn. Often times, parents unknowingly make mistakes that impact their baby's sleep.
Walgreens agrees to $10B private equity buyout
Walgreens is being sold. The long-time Chicago company was purchased by a private equity firm for $10 billion.
Walgreens is being sold. The long-time Chicago company was purchased by a private equity firm for $10 billion.
Drug overdose deaths in Illinois dropped 8.3%
Opioid and other drug overdose deaths in Illinois have dropped for the first time since 2018.
Opioid and other drug overdose deaths in Illinois have dropped for the first time since 2018.
Measles surge continues: CDC reports over 160 infections across the U.S.
In today's Health Watch, the CDC reports more than 160 measles infections across the U.S. this year, mostly among young children. Florida health officials confirmed a new case in a high school student this week. Experts warn that unvaccinated children may need to stay home for up to 21 days if exposed, as measles is highly contagious.
In today's Health Watch, the CDC reports more than 160 measles infections across the U.S. this year, mostly among young children. Florida health officials confirmed a new case in a high school student this week. Experts warn that unvaccinated children may need to stay home for up to 21 days if exposed, as measles is highly contagious.
Chicago doctor weighs in on effects of daylight saving time
Dr. Jain stopped by Good Day Chicago as we prepare to spring forward this weekend.
Dr. Jain stopped by Good Day Chicago as we prepare to spring forward this weekend.
New initiative seeks to battle disparities in treatment of Black women with cancer
Black women in the U.S. face higher cancer death rates due to disparities in healthcare access and delayed diagnoses, prompting new initiatives to improve care and outcomes.
Black women in the U.S. face higher cancer death rates due to disparities in healthcare access and delayed diagnoses, prompting new initiatives to improve care and outcomes.