Free help available for those navigating age-related macular degeneration
An estimated 20 million people have some form of age-related macular degeneration; Hadley Vision Resources aims to reach one million of them by 2030. President and CEO Johnjoe Farragher discusses help for those facing vision loss.
An estimated 20 million people have some form of age-related macular degeneration; Hadley Vision Resources aims to reach one million of them by 2030. President and CEO Johnjoe Farragher discusses help for those facing vision loss.
Escape the noise: Experience a sound-healing journey at Ravinia | ChicagoNOW
Looking to escape the noise of everyday life? Davin Youngs offers The Reset, an immersive sound-healing journey to help you relax and reconnect through music and vibration. Join him on July 10 at Ravinia. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Looking to escape the noise of everyday life? Davin Youngs offers The Reset, an immersive sound-healing journey to help you relax and reconnect through music and vibration. Join him on July 10 at Ravinia. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
How to make the most of your child's back-to-school physical exam
Besides just checking off your to-do list, Dr. Annie Minarik from Endeavor Health identifies the important questions to ask your pediatrician to get the most out of your child's back-to-school physical exams.
Besides just checking off your to-do list, Dr. Annie Minarik from Endeavor Health identifies the important questions to ask your pediatrician to get the most out of your child's back-to-school physical exams.
Rep. Davis warns West Side hospitals: Federal cuts could hurt care for Chicagoans
The "Big Beautiful Bill" could affect healthcare for low-income people and people of color in Chicago. Congressman Danny Davis stopped by five West Side hospitals with a warning if federal funds get slashed.
The "Big Beautiful Bill" could affect healthcare for low-income people and people of color in Chicago. Congressman Danny Davis stopped by five West Side hospitals with a warning if federal funds get slashed.
New AI tool used to help map lung tumors at Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is developing a new AI tool to help doctors diagnose lung cancer tumors.
Northwestern Medicine is developing a new AI tool to help doctors diagnose lung cancer tumors.
'Big, beautiful bill' threatens vital funding for some Chicago hospitals
Leaders at Loretto Hospital say the proposed bill could force them to shut down?leaving thousands on Chicago?s West Side without essential care.
Leaders at Loretto Hospital say the proposed bill could force them to shut down?leaving thousands on Chicago?s West Side without essential care.
Senate 'vote-a-rama' puts Trump?s 'big, beautiful bill' on the brink
As Democrats slam the bill for slashing Medicaid and aiding the wealthy, GOP leaders make a final push to pass it before Friday?despite cracks in Republican support.
As Democrats slam the bill for slashing Medicaid and aiding the wealthy, GOP leaders make a final push to pass it before Friday?despite cracks in Republican support.
Krishnamoorthi's Planned Parenthood warning
As the GOP pushes to defund Planned Parenthood, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is speaking out.
As the GOP pushes to defund Planned Parenthood, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is speaking out.
Young Lurie Children's patient rings the bell
Her name is Vivianna has spent the past two years fighting cancer.
Her name is Vivianna has spent the past two years fighting cancer.
WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Iconic Chicago barbershop supports men's mental health | ChicagoNOW
June is Men?s Mental Health Awareness Month, and barbershops offer more than haircuts?they're a source of therapy. Coleman Brothers, a Chicago icon since 1963, has welcomed figures like Muhammad Ali and Barack Obama. Manager Arthur Muhammad joins us to discuss barbershops' role in men's mental health. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
June is Men?s Mental Health Awareness Month, and barbershops offer more than haircuts?they're a source of therapy. Coleman Brothers, a Chicago icon since 1963, has welcomed figures like Muhammad Ali and Barack Obama. Manager Arthur Muhammad joins us to discuss barbershops' role in men's mental health. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
U.S. panel lays out flu vaccine recommendations
Despite criticism for the appointment of ?anti-vaxxers? to the Trump administration's vaccine advisory panel, the group is recommending seasonal flu vaccines.
Despite criticism for the appointment of ?anti-vaxxers? to the Trump administration's vaccine advisory panel, the group is recommending seasonal flu vaccines.
?You Matter? initiative aims to support mental health of Muslim youth
A local nonprofit is equipping parents, teachers, and leaders with tools to better understand and support the unique challenges faced by Muslim youth through its ?You Matter? program.
A local nonprofit is equipping parents, teachers, and leaders with tools to better understand and support the unique challenges faced by Muslim youth through its ?You Matter? program.
SCOTUS: States can block Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood
The U.S. Supreme Court made a big decision in its last few days of the session. Thursday's ruling could affect Planned Parenthood in a lot of ways.
The U.S. Supreme Court made a big decision in its last few days of the session. Thursday's ruling could affect Planned Parenthood in a lot of ways.
West Nile Virus cases reported in Illinois, other states
Health officials have reported several cases of West Nile Virus across several states, including one case in Illinois. While most victims will be fine if they get the illness, experts say the virus is starting to impact different portions of the population than it has in the past.
Health officials have reported several cases of West Nile Virus across several states, including one case in Illinois. While most victims will be fine if they get the illness, experts say the virus is starting to impact different portions of the population than it has in the past.
Fighting teen burnout: Tips from a UChicago Medicine expert
UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial's health clinical liaison Amanda Briick gave some expert analysis on how to teens can properly rest and reset this summer to help with educational burnout.
UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial's health clinical liaison Amanda Briick gave some expert analysis on how to teens can properly rest and reset this summer to help with educational burnout.
Infertility Awareness Month highlights hope, research and personal journeys
A Northwestern doctor and a local mother share advances in fertility research and a personal story of surrogacy to raise awareness during National Infertility Awareness Month.
A Northwestern doctor and a local mother share advances in fertility research and a personal story of surrogacy to raise awareness during National Infertility Awareness Month.
Doctor explains how hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, can affect you
Hot summer temps are here which means you may be sweating a lot, but how do you know if your body is sweating too much?
Hot summer temps are here which means you may be sweating a lot, but how do you know if your body is sweating too much?
Illinois lawmaker spars with RJK Jr. over vaccine recommendation change
HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced questions from Congress, including U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Illinois), about recommendation changes for the COVID-19 vaccine.
HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced questions from Congress, including U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Illinois), about recommendation changes for the COVID-19 vaccine.