Is your favorite swimming spot safe? What to know about lake water contamination
A new report reveals hidden dangers in Lake Michigan and suburban swimming spots?Emily Kowalski from Environment Illinois breaks down how to stay safe this summer.
A new report reveals hidden dangers in Lake Michigan and suburban swimming spots?Emily Kowalski from Environment Illinois breaks down how to stay safe this summer.
How the Loretto Hospital vaccine controversy turned into a $200-million federal fraud case | ChicagoNOW
The Loretto Hospital scandal started back in 2021 when hospital executives were caught administering COVID vaccines meant for vulnerable populations to people who weren?t eligible ? including employees at Trump Tower Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
The Loretto Hospital scandal started back in 2021 when hospital executives were caught administering COVID vaccines meant for vulnerable populations to people who weren?t eligible ? including employees at Trump Tower Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
California woman gets married after lifesaving surgery to remove 40-pound tumor
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
M&M's, Skittles maker pushes back on RFK Jr's MAHA initiative to ban synthetic food dyes
MARS, the maker of M&M's and Skittles, yet to join voluntary pledge to end use of synthetic food dyes.
MARS, the maker of M&M's and Skittles, yet to join voluntary pledge to end use of synthetic food dyes.
Measles cases reach highest level since disease was 'eliminated' in US
There are also large outbreaks of the vaccine-preventable disease in Mexico and Canada.
There are also large outbreaks of the vaccine-preventable disease in Mexico and Canada.
Researchers discover possible trigger for Parkinson’s disease
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
'Molly' and mental health: How the drug is making waves in the medical world
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
Pop star Lorde said in a recent interview with Stephen Colbert that the psychedelic drug MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has been "a game-changer" for her mental health. Dr. Joshua Eloge, with Rush Medical Group, joined "ChicagoNOW" to explain how the drug works.
These are the least and most stressed cities in the US, study shows
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
Heat hazards: Why summer weather can be dangerous ? and how to stay safe
Whether you love summer or not, medical experts say the hot weather can pose serious health risks. Here's a closer look at why this happens and how to stay safe this season.
Whether you love summer or not, medical experts say the hot weather can pose serious health risks. Here's a closer look at why this happens and how to stay safe this season.
Here's what inspired author Shelby Vincent's 'Perfect Through and Through' | ChicagoNOW
When Shelby?s Vincent's daughter, Nyomi, was born in 2019 with a rare tumor, life quickly became filled with doctors? appointments, surgeries, and therapies. She talks about how this and one moment in particular inspired her children's book 'Perfect Through and Through.'
When Shelby?s Vincent's daughter, Nyomi, was born in 2019 with a rare tumor, life quickly became filled with doctors? appointments, surgeries, and therapies. She talks about how this and one moment in particular inspired her children's book 'Perfect Through and Through.'
Crystal Lake police mourn loss of K-9 Zeus following medical emergency
The Crystal Lake Police Department is mourning the loss of K-9 Zeus, who died over the holiday weekend following a sudden medical emergency caused by cancer.
The Crystal Lake Police Department is mourning the loss of K-9 Zeus, who died over the holiday weekend following a sudden medical emergency caused by cancer.
'It's Okay to Laugh' shares heartfelt stories from special needs families
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Mike Walther and Randi Gillespie, who specialize in special needs financial planning share their new book "It's Okay to Laugh", a collection of real stories from families who face the same challenges.
Can drinking soda help migraines? Doctors reveal whether bubbly drinks cure headaches or not
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Weather changes tied to migraine headaches, experts say
With more than 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches, in many ways we're still learning about what could trigger them, including weather changes.
With more than 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches, in many ways we're still learning about what could trigger them, including weather changes.
Vaccines: Ask the Doctor ? The Truth Behind the Confusion and Controversy
There's plenty of confusion surrounding vaccines and the misinformation is spreading. Tonight in a special report, Sylvia Perez breaks down exactly what's changed under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary for the Dept. of Health and Human Services and what's next.
There's plenty of confusion surrounding vaccines and the misinformation is spreading. Tonight in a special report, Sylvia Perez breaks down exactly what's changed under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary for the Dept. of Health and Human Services and what's next.
From your couch to your lawn, allergy season is still on
Have you been sneezing, wheezing, or maybe even a little fatigued lately? Spring is not the only season that brings allergies to the Midwest.
Have you been sneezing, wheezing, or maybe even a little fatigued lately? Spring is not the only season that brings allergies to the Midwest.
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled for possible listeria contamination
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
4th of July: How to keep your pets safe ahead of the holiday
Only the 4th of July, it can get stressful for families with pets. Veterinarian and pet wellness expert Dr. Keith True explains how you and your pets can stay safe and stress-free over the holiday weekend.
Only the 4th of July, it can get stressful for families with pets. Veterinarian and pet wellness expert Dr. Keith True explains how you and your pets can stay safe and stress-free over the holiday weekend.
ChatGPT can cause your brain to underperform, study shows
According to a study from MIT, relying on ChatGPT is bad for the brain. Associate Vice Chancellor for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Strategy at the University of Illinois Chicago Michael Bennett explains the results of the study and how we can learn from it.
According to a study from MIT, relying on ChatGPT is bad for the brain. Associate Vice Chancellor for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Strategy at the University of Illinois Chicago Michael Bennett explains the results of the study and how we can learn from it.
Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.