FACES Barber & Beauty focuses on men's mental health
A local barber wanted to use his space to focus on men's mental health. FACES Barber & Beauty owner Roy Mainor started Mancave Monday in 2017 to offer an outlet for men in the community.
A local barber wanted to use his space to focus on men's mental health. FACES Barber & Beauty owner Roy Mainor started Mancave Monday in 2017 to offer an outlet for men in the community.
Chicagoans save lives with blood donations
As the American Red Cross issues a nation-wide emergency for blood donations, Chicagoans are answering the call.
As the American Red Cross issues a nation-wide emergency for blood donations, Chicagoans are answering the call.
US gets biggest summer wave of COVID-19 since 2022
Millions of people across the country are suffering from long COVID and chances of developing chronic illness increases with each infection. This summer, the US saw the largest summer surge in two years.
Millions of people across the country are suffering from long COVID and chances of developing chronic illness increases with each infection. This summer, the US saw the largest summer surge in two years.
Watching game shows like 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' can boost cognitive health, say experts
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Eggs sold in Wisconsin; salmonella infections linked, dozens sickened
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, along with other partners, are working to investigate a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to eggs from a Wisconsin farm.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, along with other partners, are working to investigate a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to eggs from a Wisconsin farm.
Report: More than 2,000 drug manufacturing plants haven't been inspected by FDA in 5 years
More than 2,000 drug manufacturing plants haven't been inspected in at least 5 years, a new report says.
More than 2,000 drug manufacturing plants haven't been inspected in at least 5 years, a new report says.
Experts examining new ways to boost mental health of students
Mental health experts are saying new policies are needed to help the health and well being of our children, including both high school and college-age students.
Mental health experts are saying new policies are needed to help the health and well being of our children, including both high school and college-age students.
City council committee holds hearing to address childcare crisis
More than 78,000 kids in Chicago don't have access to licensed care. A report from SEIU Healthcare Illinois says low wages are forcing centers across the city to close, hurting families and workers.
More than 78,000 kids in Chicago don't have access to licensed care. A report from SEIU Healthcare Illinois says low wages are forcing centers across the city to close, hurting families and workers.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Tom Hanks issues warning about AI ads for 'wonder drugs': 'Do not be swindled''
Tom Hanks' name, likeness and voice are allegedly being used to promote 'miracle cures.'
Tom Hanks' name, likeness and voice are allegedly being used to promote 'miracle cures.'
What is EEE virus? More about the deadly mosquito-borne disease
Some mosquitos spread viruses and they are making people sick across the country.
Some mosquitos spread viruses and they are making people sick across the country.
Psychiatrist explains how overexposure to social media can impact kids' long-term health
More schools are finding it hard to keep kids off social media during school hours. They're not only worried about the distraction it creates, but also the negative impact it can have on mental health.
More schools are finding it hard to keep kids off social media during school hours. They're not only worried about the distraction it creates, but also the negative impact it can have on mental health.
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation to host Chicago walk/run
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation will be walking for a cure in Chicago next week.
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation will be walking for a cure in Chicago next week.
Author Felicity Nicole offers essential advice for mid-life women
She Is You is more than a magazine. For a lot of women around the globe, it's become a guide to mid-life, whether it's dating and relationships, health and wellness, or personal growth. Founder Felicity Nicole, best selling author of Pieces of Me, joined Good Day Chicago on Saturday to talk more about it.
She Is You is more than a magazine. For a lot of women around the globe, it's become a guide to mid-life, whether it's dating and relationships, health and wellness, or personal growth. Founder Felicity Nicole, best selling author of Pieces of Me, joined Good Day Chicago on Saturday to talk more about it.
Durbin blasts health and law enforcement officials over illegal e-cigarettes used by teens
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin blasted top health and law enforcement officials for not doing more to combat the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes among young people in the U.S., a multibillion-dollar business that has flourished amid haphazard enforcement.
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin blasted top health and law enforcement officials for not doing more to combat the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes among young people in the U.S., a multibillion-dollar business that has flourished amid haphazard enforcement.
Elgin detects elevated lead levels in some homes' drinking water
Elgin announced on Friday that elevated lead levels have been found in the drinking water of some homes and buildings.
Elgin announced on Friday that elevated lead levels have been found in the drinking water of some homes and buildings.
Elgin detects elevated lead levels in some homes' drinking water
Elgin announced on Friday that elevated lead levels have been found in the drinking water of some homes and buildings.
Elgin announced on Friday that elevated lead levels have been found in the drinking water of some homes and buildings.
WHO: Mpox infections on the rise
The CDC is weighing in on how to manage the spread in the United States.
The CDC is weighing in on how to manage the spread in the United States.
High levels of lead in water in some Elgin homes
The city of Elgin announced Friday that some homes have been found to have high levels of lead in their drinking water.
The city of Elgin announced Friday that some homes have been found to have high levels of lead in their drinking water.