Health experts warn of severe flu season: What you need to know to stay protected
As colder weather brings a surge in flu cases, AMA board chair Dr. Lase Ajayi shares how to recognize symptoms, protect vulnerable groups, and keep your family safe this flu season.
First grader welcomed back to Southwest Side school after heart transplant
First grade CPS student Joselin Nevarez received a warm welcome back to school on Tuesday after recovering from a heart transplant over the summer. Nevarez's family hopes to raise awareness about children's heart conditions.
Gravity and our bodies | ChicagoNOW
The difference between feeling strong and feeling exhausted might come down to one thing: how well your body manages gravity. Brennan Spiegel, MD, director of Health Services Research at Cedars-Sinai explains the effects that gravity has on the body.
Chicago photographer celebrates breast cancer survivors in new book 'Scarred: The Journey of a Warrior'
Artist Obi Uwakwe and survivor Ingrid Sandars showcase portraits that transform scars into symbols of strength, inspiring women navigating their own healing journeys.
Gray hair could play surprising role in cancer defense, study suggests
Scientists reveal the stem cell stress response that links gray hair and melanoma.
Botox-like treatment eases phantom limb pain for Ukrainian war amputees
A groundbreaking Northwestern Medicine study finds that a Botox-like injection can dramatically reduce phantom limb pain in Ukrainian war amputees. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Dr. Steven Cohen, senior study author and Director of Pain Research at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, about how this innovative treatment targets nerves to relieve pain and help amputees regain mobility and use of prosthetics.
Are dietary supplements worth it? | ChicagoNOW
More than three-quarters of Americans take some form of dietary supplement — from vitamins and minerals to botanicals and probiotics. But which ones actually work, and which are a waste of money? "ChicagoNOW" talks with Dr. Faris Murad of Santé Integrated Health & Wellness about how to make smart, science-based choices when it comes to supplements.
More than 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication recalled: See the list
The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.
The surgery that helped one suburban Chicago woman feel whole after breast cancer
In a Fox 32 special report, Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at a procedure one Chicago area hospital is offering that not only helps preserve the patient's breast but her sense of self too.
Clinical psychologist helps kids "spiral up"
Dr. Erica Rozmid, a clinical psychologist, is helping parents show their kids how to “Spiral Up” by noticing small “glimmers” or positivity and gratitude.
FDA issues recall of Coca Cola products due to possible metal fragments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, and Sprite cans sold in Texas as they may contain metal.
Illinois father detained by ICE amid teen daughter's cancer treatment, lawmakers call for his release
Illinois elected officials and community organizers are calling for the release of a father detained by federal immigration agents while his teenage daughter undergoes cancer treatment.
Humans replace dummies in UIC medical training
At the University of Illinois College of Medicine, students are now learning from real human actors instead of plastic dummies. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Bob Kaiser, Interim Executive Director of the Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute at UIC, about how more than 160 actors are helping future doctors and nurses practice communication, diagnosis and patient care.
As we fall back, here's how much sleep your state gets
A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.
Leaders call for ICE to release Chicago area man whose daughter has cancer
Local leaders are calling for the release of a Niles man who was detained by federal immigration agents as his 16-year-old daughter undergoes treatment for a rare form of cancer.
Saving Veteran's - BraveHearts Returns to Chicago this Weekend for 20-Mile Horseback Ride
BraveHearts—the nation’s leading equine-assisted services organization for Veterans—will return to Chicago on Friday, October 24, for “Trail to Zero,” an annual 20-mile horseback ride to raise awareness for Veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Amanda Bethards and Winston join ChicagoNOW.
New Alzheimer’s Blood Test: What It Means for Early Detection
People with memory changes who are worried they have Alzheimer’s disease can get an answer sooner thanks to a new blood test just cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Hanul Bhandari, Chief Medical Officer at Vistim Labs and a board-certified neurologist joins to discuss this new test.
FDA approved eye drop can help people regain near vision
Vizz is a recently FDA approved eye drop that can help people who struggle with near vision.
Illinois father detained by ICE amid teen daughter's cancer treatment, lawmakers call for his release
Illinois lawmakers are demanding ICE release a father detained over the weekend as his teen daughter fights Stage 4 cancer.
This Chicago classroom looks like a hospital — and that’s the point
Fox 32's Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at how a Chicago university is helping future medical professionals prepare not to make mistakes.