West Nile virus deaths reported in the US: What to know
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Legionnaires' disease bacteria found in drinking water at EPA's Chicago Loop offices
Bacteria that can cause legionnaires' disease was detected in the drinking water at the EPA's Chicago Loop offices.
Bacteria that can cause legionnaires' disease was detected in the drinking water at the EPA's Chicago Loop offices.
Legionnaires' disease bacteria found in drinking water at EPA's Chicago Loop offices
Bacteria that can cause legionnaires' disease was detected in the drinking water at the EPA's Chicago Loop offices.
Bacteria that can cause legionnaires' disease was detected in the drinking water at the EPA's Chicago Loop offices.
Expert weighs in on tips for kids' screen time
School is back in session, but trying to get kids away from a screen can be hard.
School is back in session, but trying to get kids away from a screen can be hard.
Parental stress poses a significant public health issue, surgeon general says
American parents are overwhelmed and burned out, so much so, it's become a public health concern. That's according to a new advisory released by the surgeon general calling for shifts in policy and cultural norms.
American parents are overwhelmed and burned out, so much so, it's become a public health concern. That's according to a new advisory released by the surgeon general calling for shifts in policy and cultural norms.
9 people now dead from listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meats
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
'Sloth fever': What to know about potentially deadly virus affecting US, Europe
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Middle school football player dies from head injury; second this week
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
Illinois' first West Nile virus death this year reported
A Lake County resident has become the first person in Illinois to die of West Nile Virus this year.
A Lake County resident has become the first person in Illinois to die of West Nile Virus this year.
Chicago faces dangerous heat, air quality concerns
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
Chicago faces dangerous heat, air quality concerns
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
First West Nile Virus death reported in Illinois this year
A Lake County resident has become the first person in Illinois to die of West Nile Virus this year.
A Lake County resident has become the first person in Illinois to die of West Nile Virus this year.
Chemical found in rocket fuel found in drinking water, food: Consumer Report
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Tips for getting your kids back on a normal sleep schedule as school returns
FOX medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about how you can get your child better acclimated to their new sleep schedule as classes return.
FOX medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about how you can get your child better acclimated to their new sleep schedule as classes return.
How to be happy at work, even if you're not
Being unhappy at work can take a toll on your mental health. Author and business coach Andrew LaCivita recommends creating a career achievements journal to help gauge how your skills are coming along.
Being unhappy at work can take a toll on your mental health. Author and business coach Andrew LaCivita recommends creating a career achievements journal to help gauge how your skills are coming along.
Have you been experiencing mysterious bug bites? These mites could be the culprit
First it was the cicadas, now people are complaining of mysterious bug bites. They are said to be coming from oak mites. Northwestern Medicine dermatologist Dr. Paras Vakharia explains more.
First it was the cicadas, now people are complaining of mysterious bug bites. They are said to be coming from oak mites. Northwestern Medicine dermatologist Dr. Paras Vakharia explains more.
Lake County welcomes first courthouse comfort dog
Desi, a highly-trained one-year-old Standard Poodle, has officially joined the courthouse team, becoming Lake County's only designated courthouse dog.
Desi, a highly-trained one-year-old Standard Poodle, has officially joined the courthouse team, becoming Lake County's only designated courthouse dog.
Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses can vary by ZIP code, new study finds
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Meet Hawk: Lurie Children's new facility dog brings comfort to young patients
Lurie Children's Hospital has a new team member!
Lurie Children's Hospital has a new team member!