Hantavirus cruise ship outbreak: Multiple sick passengers taken for treatment
The cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak is still at sea. Several sick passengers were taken for medical treatment today. Here's what we know right now.
The cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak is still at sea. Several sick passengers were taken for medical treatment today. Here's what we know right now.
Toxic herbicide linked to higher Parkison’s risk | ChicagoLIVE
Cole Eastman, a lobbyist for the Fox Foundation, emphasizes the role of environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.
Cole Eastman, a lobbyist for the Fox Foundation, emphasizes the role of environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.
Hantavirus outbreak: 3 more patients evacuated from cruise ship
Three patients were evacuated to Europe Wednesday from the cruise ship experiencing a rare hantavirus outbreak.
Three patients were evacuated to Europe Wednesday from the cruise ship experiencing a rare hantavirus outbreak.
FDA authorizes fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults in major shift under Trump
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access; Planned Parenthood CEO weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
The Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Adrienne White-Faines, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Illinois, joins us to explain what the ruling means for patients and what could come next.
The Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Adrienne White-Faines, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Illinois, joins us to explain what the ruling means for patients and what could come next.
Health alert issued for ravioli pasta that may contain shellfish
The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 32-oz. plastic bag packages containing “Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli."
The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 32-oz. plastic bag packages containing “Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli."
Losing a lifeline: Chicago South Side residents push back against Walgreens closure
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens prepares to close its doors, raising concerns about access to critical health care.
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens prepares to close its doors, raising concerns about access to critical health care.
Marijuana reclassification's impact on Illinois cannabis businesses
A major shift in federal marijuana policy could have a big impact on Illinois’ cannabis industry.
A major shift in federal marijuana policy could have a big impact on Illinois’ cannabis industry.
What is hantavirus? Infectious disease expert explains after cruise ship deaths | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Graeme Forrest of Rush University Medical Center joins the show to break down what hantavirus is, how it spreads and what travelers need to know after a deadly incident aboard a cruise ship.
Dr. Graeme Forrest of Rush University Medical Center joins the show to break down what hantavirus is, how it spreads and what travelers need to know after a deadly incident aboard a cruise ship.
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship kills 3 people, others sickened
A hantavirus outbreak was suspected of killing three people and sickening at least three others on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean this weekend, according to world health officials.
A hantavirus outbreak was suspected of killing three people and sickening at least three others on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean this weekend, according to world health officials.
Dad survives rare internal decapitation after tree accident: 'I thought I was dying'
An Ohio father of two is recovering after surviving a rare and life-threatening internal decapitation caused by a freak work accident.
An Ohio father of two is recovering after surviving a rare and life-threatening internal decapitation caused by a freak work accident.
'Ozempic breath' sparks questions as users report strange side effect
Those taking GLP-1 medications for diabetes and weight loss often experience gastrointestinal symptoms, but some lesser-known side effects have also been reported.
Those taking GLP-1 medications for diabetes and weight loss often experience gastrointestinal symptoms, but some lesser-known side effects have also been reported.
Trump says GLP-1 weight-loss drugs coming at $50 for Medicare patients
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.
Chicago Fire FC encourages kids to build lifelong healthy habits
The Chicago Fire Football Club has a program to help children build lifelong healthy habits with exercise and nutrition.
The Chicago Fire Football Club has a program to help children build lifelong healthy habits with exercise and nutrition.
Appeals court limits abortion pill access, requires in-person distribution nationwide
A federal appeals court has restricted access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, by requiring it to be dispensed only in person at clinics rather than prescribed by mail.
A federal appeals court has restricted access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, by requiring it to be dispensed only in person at clinics rather than prescribed by mail.
Heart disease - the true cop killer | Wearing the Badge
"The number one killer of cops is heart attack." In this powerful episode of "Wearing the Badge," host Garry McCarthy welcomes Dr. John Sheinberg, a man who navigates the worlds of both high-stakes medicine and law enforcement. With a career spanning three decades as a sworn officer and a parallel journey as a board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Sheinberg brings a unique perspective to the "perfect storm" of stress, physiology, and culture that puts police officers at extreme risk.
"The number one killer of cops is heart attack." In this powerful episode of "Wearing the Badge," host Garry McCarthy welcomes Dr. John Sheinberg, a man who navigates the worlds of both high-stakes medicine and law enforcement. With a career spanning three decades as a sworn officer and a parallel journey as a board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Sheinberg brings a unique perspective to the "perfect storm" of stress, physiology, and culture that puts police officers at extreme risk.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Nicotine pouches surge on social media: Are they really safer? | ChicagoNOW
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
New study links common health risks to higher cancer rates
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.
Dr. Tochi Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center explains cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome, why it raises cancer risk, and simple steps you can take now to protect your health.