Chicago-area mom and daughter share rare heart surgery bond ahead of Mother's Day
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Mom and daughter share rare heart surgery bond ahead of Mother's Day
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Justine Felitto thought it was stress, but it turned out to be a life-threatening heart condition.
Sneakers to Scrubs helps Chicago's young athletes dream beyond pro sports
As the Chicago area faces a shortage of health care workers, a group of former college athletes turned medical students is mentoring local youth through a program called Sneakers to Scrubs.
As the Chicago area faces a shortage of health care workers, a group of former college athletes turned medical students is mentoring local youth through a program called Sneakers to Scrubs.
Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
6-state salmonella outbreak blamed on backyard chickens
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
As lung cancer rates rise in Illinois, advocates urge screenings
According to the American Lung Association, the rate of new lung cancer cases in Illinois is higher than the national rate. Advocates are urging residents to get screened.
According to the American Lung Association, the rate of new lung cancer cases in Illinois is higher than the national rate. Advocates are urging residents to get screened.
Why allergy season feels worse in 2025 and what you can do about it
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
National Fitness Day: Local trainers share easy at-home tips for busy schedules
Saturday is National Fitness Day. Though it may be hard to find time to work out amid busy schedules, two personal trainers from the Midtown Athletic Club Bannockburn have ways we can stay fit at home.
Saturday is National Fitness Day. Though it may be hard to find time to work out amid busy schedules, two personal trainers from the Midtown Athletic Club Bannockburn have ways we can stay fit at home.
'Caregiving' documentary produced by Bradley Cooper to premiere in Arlington Heights
Bradley Cooper's latest project is very personal and one that millions of Americans can relate to. It's a new documentary about the challenges caregivers face as they work with our aging population.
Bradley Cooper's latest project is very personal and one that millions of Americans can relate to. It's a new documentary about the challenges caregivers face as they work with our aging population.
Measles cases popping up in more states across US
Measles is on the move, as cases are now appearing in the Chicago area.
Measles is on the move, as cases are now appearing in the Chicago area.
Measles in Cook County: Public exposure may have occurred at O?Hare
Health officials confirmed two adult measles cases?one in Chicago, one in suburban Cook County.
Health officials confirmed two adult measles cases?one in Chicago, one in suburban Cook County.
Measles cases confirmed in Chicago area
Two cases of measles were confirmed Wednesday in Cook County.
Two cases of measles were confirmed Wednesday in Cook County.
Measles in Cook County: Two cases confirmed, here's what we know
Two measles cases have been confirmed in Cook County. Here’s where exposure may have happened—and what to do next.
Two measles cases have been confirmed in Cook County. Here’s where exposure may have happened—and what to do next.
How junk food is wrecking your cardiovascular health
A new study is raising serious red flags about ultra-processed foods?linking them to millions of premature deaths worldwide.
A new study is raising serious red flags about ultra-processed foods?linking them to millions of premature deaths worldwide.
Latest cancer research breakthroughs announced in Chicago
Some incredible advancements in cancer research and care are being announced this week in Chicago. The American Association for Cancer Research is wrapping up their annual meeting, and doctors from around the country are in the Windy City.
Some incredible advancements in cancer research and care are being announced this week in Chicago. The American Association for Cancer Research is wrapping up their annual meeting, and doctors from around the country are in the Windy City.
Indiana first responders celebrate 11-year-old boy's recovery
From critical condition to honorary firefighter ? Levi Siegert?s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
From critical condition to honorary firefighter ? Levi Siegert?s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
Champagne, white wine may lower sudden cardiac arrest risk, new study suggests
New research published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology identifies 56 factors linked to sudden cardiac arrest risk — and suggests champagne and white wine may offer surprising heart benefits.
New research published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology identifies 56 factors linked to sudden cardiac arrest risk — and suggests champagne and white wine may offer surprising heart benefits.
After near-fatal accident, 11-year-old Indiana boy becomes honorary firefighter
From critical condition to honorary firefighter — Levi Siegert’s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
From critical condition to honorary firefighter — Levi Siegert’s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
11-year-old Indiana boy becomes honorary firefighter
From critical condition to honorary firefighter ? Levi Siegert?s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
From critical condition to honorary firefighter ? Levi Siegert?s recovery is nothing short of incredible.
Dog detects woman's breast cancer before doctors: 'He knew all along'
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.
Breanna Bortner, a 31-year-old from Minnesota, credits her dog Mochi with helping detect her breast cancer before doctors confirmed it.