Weight loss drug Liraglutide found safe for kids
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Children who struggle with their weight are showing success using the weight loss drug Liraglutide.

Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study

A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."

What you need to know about polycystic ovary syndrome
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Polycystic ovary syndrome, also known as PCOS, affects about 1 out of every 10 women of reproductive age. It leads to hormone imbalances, pain and also difficulty conceiving.

Prostate cancer survivor recounts battle, urges awareness
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A recent survey shows 60% of men 45 and up have misconceptions about prostate cancer screenings. This comes as nearly 2/3 of men ages 55-69 are not being screened.

Setting multiple alarms may affect sleep quality
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The more alarms you have, the harder it will be to wake up, according to Dr. Alicia Roth with the Cleveland Clinic. It's best to set your alarm for the time you actually have to wake up.

Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns

A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.

Standing desks could help students focus
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Researchers at Texas A&M University recommend that teachers embrace kids' love of fidgeting, saying it might help them focus more.

Yankees legend Bernie Williams talks lung health, music career, and baseball dynasty
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He's part of the last New York Yankees dynasty, and a four-time World Series champion. Former center fielder Bernie Williams is taking on a personal cause and he joined Good Day Chicago on Monday to share more about it.

COVID-19 and flu vaccines: What you need to know
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Nearly half of Americans are planning to get their flu shot or COVID-19 booster at their local pharmacy this fall. Sume Chakkalakel is the pharmacist at the CVS on Michigan Avenue, and she joined Good Day Chicago to talk more about it.

Chicagoans donate blood after emergency shortage this summer

As the American Red Cross issues a nationwide emergency for blood donations, we are introducing you to the people who are answering the call.  

How many alarms do you set in the morning? Sleep expert shares ideal number

The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.