US life expectancy rates are lower for this US region, study finds
Researchers found significant disparities in life expectancy rates nationwide in these areas during the past century.
Researchers found significant disparities in life expectancy rates nationwide in these areas during the past century.
House GOP unveils spending bill that includes massive Medicaid cuts
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
Screwworm threat forces US to halt cattle imports from Mexico: What to know
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
Alzheimer's Foundation of America to hold conference in Chicago
Illinois has one of the largest populations of people living with Alzheimer's disease. A top conference on the disease is coming to Chicago this week.
Illinois has one of the largest populations of people living with Alzheimer's disease. A top conference on the disease is coming to Chicago this week.
Chicago man reunites with flight crew who saved his life at O’Hare
An emotional reunion at O’Hare Airport brought together a Chicago man and the flight crew who helped save his life.
An emotional reunion at O’Hare Airport brought together a Chicago man and the flight crew who helped save his life.
Health experts share sun safety tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are offering tips on how to enjoy the warm weather while protecting your skin.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are offering tips on how to enjoy the warm weather while protecting your skin.
At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
Illinois teens say they drink nearly twice as much as U.S. average, survey finds
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
Teenagers in Illinois reported drinking at nearly twice the rate of their peers across the U.S., according to a recently released survey.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
Naperville blood drive aims to honor late mother
A Pint for Kim, a blood drive in suburban Naperville, honors the life of a mother who died of cancer.
A Pint for Kim, a blood drive in suburban Naperville, honors the life of a mother who died of cancer.
FDA issues health alert over contaminated tattoo ink
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
Chicago-area mom and daughter share rare heart surgery bond ahead of Mother's Day
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Mom and daughter share rare heart surgery bond ahead of Mother's Day
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Sneakers to Scrubs helps Chicago's young athletes dream beyond pro sports
As the Chicago area faces a shortage of health care workers, a group of former college athletes turned medical students is mentoring local youth through a program called Sneakers to Scrubs.
As the Chicago area faces a shortage of health care workers, a group of former college athletes turned medical students is mentoring local youth through a program called Sneakers to Scrubs.
Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
6-state salmonella outbreak blamed on backyard chickens
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
As lung cancer rates rise in Illinois, advocates urge screenings
According to the American Lung Association, the rate of new lung cancer cases in Illinois is higher than the national rate. Advocates are urging residents to get screened.
According to the American Lung Association, the rate of new lung cancer cases in Illinois is higher than the national rate. Advocates are urging residents to get screened.
Why allergy season feels worse in 2025 and what you can do about it
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
National Fitness Day: Local trainers share easy at-home tips for busy schedules
Saturday is National Fitness Day. Though it may be hard to find time to work out amid busy schedules, two personal trainers from the Midtown Athletic Club Bannockburn have ways we can stay fit at home.
Saturday is National Fitness Day. Though it may be hard to find time to work out amid busy schedules, two personal trainers from the Midtown Athletic Club Bannockburn have ways we can stay fit at home.