New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Amid push to ban fluoride, dentists warn of negative consequences
As some states push to ban fluoride in drinking water, dentists are pushing back and warning of negative health consequences.
As some states push to ban fluoride in drinking water, dentists are pushing back and warning of negative health consequences.
'Bear Necessities' foundation aims to help those with cancer diagnoses
Cancer has affected so many of our lives and it can be especially painful when it impacts our children.
Cancer has affected so many of our lives and it can be especially painful when it impacts our children.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
How Ketamine therapy might help patients with depression, according to a doctor
Sometimes when traditional treatments don't work on patients with depression, new research on ketamine therapy gives reason for hope.
Sometimes when traditional treatments don't work on patients with depression, new research on ketamine therapy gives reason for hope.
Highland Park salon helps cancer patients feel beautiful
A salon in north suburban Highland Park is doing its part to help those with cancer feel beautiful.
A salon in north suburban Highland Park is doing its part to help those with cancer feel beautiful.
Make sure your child is ready for summer camp
School may not be out just yet for the summer, but here are five essential steps for parents to take to make sure they're ready and safe.
School may not be out just yet for the summer, but here are five essential steps for parents to take to make sure they're ready and safe.
Is your therapist AI? ChatGPT goes viral on social media for its role as Gen Z's new therapist
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
Children’s cereals are getting less healthy, study finds
A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.
A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.
Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
Ketamine for depression: Doctor explains how it works, addresses concerns | ChicagoNOW
What is ketamine, and how does it treat depression? Dr. Josh Eloge from Rush University Medical Center joins 'ChicagoNOW' to explain the process and address any concerns. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
What is ketamine, and how does it treat depression? Dr. Josh Eloge from Rush University Medical Center joins 'ChicagoNOW' to explain the process and address any concerns. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
The healing power of horse therapy for veterans
As Memorial Day nears, a program in Wyoming is using wild horses to help heal veterans.
As Memorial Day nears, a program in Wyoming is using wild horses to help heal veterans.
What is perinatal mental disorder and who does it impact?
Perinatal mental disorders are said to effect more than 800,000 people a year, yet the majority of them don't receive treatment.
Perinatal mental disorders are said to effect more than 800,000 people a year, yet the majority of them don't receive treatment.
RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report calls for closer look at processed foods, pesticides, more
The report called for closer looks at ultra-processed foods and its impacts on childhood health, among other things.
The report called for closer looks at ultra-processed foods and its impacts on childhood health, among other things.
CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals: Report
CVS is reportedly offering staff rewards like bonuses and pizza parties to increase vaccination rates, amid slowing demand and growing public skepticism.
CVS is reportedly offering staff rewards like bonuses and pizza parties to increase vaccination rates, amid slowing demand and growing public skepticism.
Chicago teen earns diploma from hospital bed while waiting for new heart
Despite battling Duchenne cardiomyopathy and awaiting a heart transplant, he completed his coursework with help from teachers and hospital staff.
Despite battling Duchenne cardiomyopathy and awaiting a heart transplant, he completed his coursework with help from teachers and hospital staff.
Chicago children's hospital holds graduation for heart transplant patient
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is holding a special graduation for a young patient awaiting a heart transplant
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is holding a special graduation for a young patient awaiting a heart transplant
Cucumbers recalled after Salmonella sickens 26 in several states; 9 hospitalized
The cucumbers may be within shelf life for the rest of this week, and the CDC says several people recently ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida.
The cucumbers may be within shelf life for the rest of this week, and the CDC says several people recently ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida.
Illinois could soon ban diet and muscle supplements for teens
There are a lot of things you can't buy here in Illinois until you're 18, like spray paint or fireworks, and that list is about to get a little bit longer.
There are a lot of things you can't buy here in Illinois until you're 18, like spray paint or fireworks, and that list is about to get a little bit longer.
Illinois debates banning diet and muscle supplements for teens
There are a lot of things you can't buy here in Illinois until you're 18, like spray paint or fireworks, and that list is about to get a little bit longer.
There are a lot of things you can't buy here in Illinois until you're 18, like spray paint or fireworks, and that list is about to get a little bit longer.