Toxic friendship: Spotting red flags & setting boundaries | ChicagoNOW
Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Viral 'McMigraine' remedy has some rushing to McDonald's for headache relief
Some McDonald's customers on TikTok claim that a certain food and drink combination from the fast-food restaurant can get rid of their migraines — though doctors are quick to share other headache remedies.
Some McDonald's customers on TikTok claim that a certain food and drink combination from the fast-food restaurant can get rid of their migraines — though doctors are quick to share other headache remedies.
Common ingredient in energy drinks linked to blood cancer growth, study finds
A common ingredient in some foods and drinks has been linked to an increased risk of blood cancers.
A common ingredient in some foods and drinks has been linked to an increased risk of blood cancers.
Politics: Trump can deport Venezuelans, Biden cancer diagnosis, Russia-Ukraine war
Here are today's headlines from the political world.
Here are today's headlines from the political world.
Popular weight-loss drug could help cut down on alcohol use, study finds
A new study suggests that weight-loss drugs may significantly reduce alcohol consumption in people with obesity.
A new study suggests that weight-loss drugs may significantly reduce alcohol consumption in people with obesity.
Local doctor weighs in on former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis
Over the weekend we learned former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The diagnosis came after he experienced urinary symptoms.
Over the weekend we learned former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The diagnosis came after he experienced urinary symptoms.
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive form of prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer ? Chicago urologist weighs in
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and a Chicago urologist has weighed in.
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and a Chicago urologist has weighed in.
Little drivers, big smiles at Marianjoy?s annual ?Go Baby Go? event
It was pedal to the medal time for some young patients at the Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital as they held their annual "Go Baby Go" event.
It was pedal to the medal time for some young patients at the Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital as they held their annual "Go Baby Go" event.
First blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis cleared by FDA
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Advocates focus on suicide prevention this Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many are working on suicide prevention efforts.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many are working on suicide prevention efforts.
Dangerous levels of arsenic found in US rice: What families need to know now
A new report reveals that many store-bought rice samples in the US contain high levels of arsenic and cadmium, posing health risks to babies, children, and pregnant women. Here’s what to avoid—and safer options to try.
A new report reveals that many store-bought rice samples in the US contain high levels of arsenic and cadmium, posing health risks to babies, children, and pregnant women. Here’s what to avoid—and safer options to try.
Brain-dead Georgia woman kept on life support due to state's abortion law
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
Common ingredient in energy drinks linked to blood cancer growth, study finds
Taurine, found in popular beverages and foods, can promote cancer progression in bone marrow.
Taurine, found in popular beverages and foods, can promote cancer progression in bone marrow.
Too much sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even if you exercise regularly, study finds
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.
Overdose deaths see largest one-year decline ever: Here’s why
US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.
US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hits the hot seat during Capitol Hill questioning
Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in the hot seat answering questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in the hot seat answering questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
80% of employers say their workforce depends on working moms
Working moms often face a lot of challenges that can impact both their health and careers, but new data shows where the biggest gaps are and how employers can step up to support them.
Working moms often face a lot of challenges that can impact both their health and careers, but new data shows where the biggest gaps are and how employers can step up to support them.
Biden evaluated after ‘small nodule’ found in prostate during physical
Former President Joe Biden’s age and concerns about his health were cited by Democratic leaders who pressed him to abandon his reelection bid in 2024 following a disastrous debate performance last June.
Former President Joe Biden’s age and concerns about his health were cited by Democratic leaders who pressed him to abandon his reelection bid in 2024 following a disastrous debate performance last June.
Trump's drug prices plan faces pushback, what's being said
President Trump says his pricing plan tying U.S. drug costs to the lowest prices around the globe will slash prices by at least 30 percent "almost immediately." But some Democratic lawmakers are questioning whether consumers will feel much of an impact.
President Trump says his pricing plan tying U.S. drug costs to the lowest prices around the globe will slash prices by at least 30 percent "almost immediately." But some Democratic lawmakers are questioning whether consumers will feel much of an impact.