Are tattoos safe? Doctors reveal the hidden health risks and benefits | Second Opinion
In this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs," the docs dive into the booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry and how tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation?from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body?and how they?re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.
In this episode of "Second Opinion with the Twin Docs," the docs dive into the booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry and how tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation?from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body?and how they?re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.
Autism groups respond to Trump administration's Tylenol claims
Strong reaction still pouring in after Monday's announcement linking Tylenol to autism.
Strong reaction still pouring in after Monday's announcement linking Tylenol to autism.
Illinois health officials recommend flu, COVID vaccines, diverge from CDC guidelines
State health officials widely recommended vaccines for flu and COVID-19, a deviation from recent guidance from a federal vaccine advisory panel.
State health officials widely recommended vaccines for flu and COVID-19, a deviation from recent guidance from a federal vaccine advisory panel.
Ticks are spreading in Illinois faster than we realize | ChicagoNOW
From Lyme disease to emerging conditions like Alpha-gal syndrome, the spread of ticks carries real risks for residents, outdoor workers, farmers, and even pets. Recent studies show not only that ticks are expanding into new areas, but also that our state?s surveillance system has major blind spots.
From Lyme disease to emerging conditions like Alpha-gal syndrome, the spread of ticks carries real risks for residents, outdoor workers, farmers, and even pets. Recent studies show not only that ticks are expanding into new areas, but also that our state?s surveillance system has major blind spots.
Retired nurse becomes first Northwestern patient to receive groundbreaking eye cancer treatment
Bozena, a retired nurse and Polish immigrant, is making medical history with a new liver-targeted therapy that treats advanced eye cancer with fewer side effects.
Bozena, a retired nurse and Polish immigrant, is making medical history with a new liver-targeted therapy that treats advanced eye cancer with fewer side effects.
James Van Der Beek makes surprise virtual appearance at 'Dawson's Creek' reunion
James Van Der Beek is battling stage 3 colorectal cancer and announced he wouldn't be able to make the "Dawson's Creek" fundraiser reunion.
James Van Der Beek is battling stage 3 colorectal cancer and announced he wouldn't be able to make the "Dawson's Creek" fundraiser reunion.
Illinois marks first Perimenopause Awareness Month with expert advice for women
Dr. Sameena Rahman shares science-based strategies and symptom tips as Illinois officially recognizes Perimenopause Awareness Month to break the stigma around this life stage.
Dr. Sameena Rahman shares science-based strategies and symptom tips as Illinois officially recognizes Perimenopause Awareness Month to break the stigma around this life stage.
Doctors urge caution after Trump, RFK Jr. claim acetaminophen in pregnancy linked to autism
Lurie Children?s physician Dr. Larry Gray explains why the newly cited study shows only a correlation?not proof of cause?and says current medical guidance on acetaminophen use during pregnancy remains unchanged.
Lurie Children?s physician Dr. Larry Gray explains why the newly cited study shows only a correlation?not proof of cause?and says current medical guidance on acetaminophen use during pregnancy remains unchanged.
Federal autism guidance questions painkiller use in pregnancy, Chicago doctor disagrees
Federal health officials are issuing new guidance for autism. They're discouraging expecting mothers from using a popular pain medication. But one local doctor says that medication is still considered safe.
Federal health officials are issuing new guidance for autism. They're discouraging expecting mothers from using a popular pain medication. But one local doctor says that medication is still considered safe.
What is leucovorin? FDA to relabel drug for autism treatment
The FDA announced Monday that it would change the drug’s label to reflect potential benefits in reducing autism symptoms. Here's what we know.
The FDA announced Monday that it would change the drug’s label to reflect potential benefits in reducing autism symptoms. Here's what we know.
Want to avoid dementia? Study suggests you should hop on a bike
A JAMA Network Open study of nearly 480,000 UK adults found that choosing cycling for everyday trips was linked to a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, along with larger hippocampal volume.
A JAMA Network Open study of nearly 480,000 UK adults found that choosing cycling for everyday trips was linked to a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, along with larger hippocampal volume.
Autism and Tylenol: Trump’s HHS claims link if acetaminophen taken during pregnancy
The autism announcement today comes after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged earlier this year that the HHS would determine the cause by September.
The autism announcement today comes after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged earlier this year that the HHS would determine the cause by September.
Chicago sees rise in mpox cases in recent months, health officials say
There has been an increase in mpox cases reported in Chicago over the past few months, according to local health officials.
There has been an increase in mpox cases reported in Chicago over the past few months, according to local health officials.
Trump administration links acetaminophen with autism risk
The Trump administration issued a warning Monday after a new study showed acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol, might raise the risk of autism and ADHD in kids. Fox 32's Tia Ewing with more on what's behind the warning, and what doctors want expectant parents to know.
The Trump administration issued a warning Monday after a new study showed acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol, might raise the risk of autism and ADHD in kids. Fox 32's Tia Ewing with more on what's behind the warning, and what doctors want expectant parents to know.
Tylenol and autism | Doctor says ?no study shows causation?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS recently claimed that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Shikha Jain, a board-certified hematology and oncology physician, joins us to break down the science behind the claim ? and stresses that no study shows causation between Tylenol and autism.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS recently claimed that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Shikha Jain, a board-certified hematology and oncology physician, joins us to break down the science behind the claim ? and stresses that no study shows causation between Tylenol and autism.
Study finds social media could alter teens' sleep patterns
New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.
New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.
Merck cancer shot gets FDA approval: What to know
The FDA has approved Keytruda Qlex, a faster, under-the-skin cancer treatment offering convenience and flexibility. Here's what we know.
The FDA has approved Keytruda Qlex, a faster, under-the-skin cancer treatment offering convenience and flexibility. Here's what we know.
Community fights to reopen Weiss Hospital as ER closure sparks outrage
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
New CDC vaccine guidance raises questions for parents and pediatricians
Dr. Annie Mlnarik joins us to break down the CDC's updated vaccine recommendations, concerns about the combined MMRV shot, hepatitis B timing, and the latest on acetaminophen risks during pregnancy.
Dr. Annie Mlnarik joins us to break down the CDC's updated vaccine recommendations, concerns about the combined MMRV shot, hepatitis B timing, and the latest on acetaminophen risks during pregnancy.
Trump to link acetaminophen use in pregnancy to autism in major announcement
President Donald Trump is expected to spark major debate as he unveils new claims connecting prenatal acetaminophen use to autism, amid pushback from medical experts and drug makers.
President Donald Trump is expected to spark major debate as he unveils new claims connecting prenatal acetaminophen use to autism, amid pushback from medical experts and drug makers.