Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Local doctor weighs in on health risks during Lollapalooza
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.
Lead found in nearly half of dark chocolate, other cocoa products, study finds
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
Celebrity golf outing helps raise money for medical research
Benjy Pogofsky, event chair with GI Research Foundation, spoke with Fox 32's Tia Ewing and Terrence Lee about this year's All Star Challenge on the Greens. The event helps to raise money for gastrointestinal research.
Benjy Pogofsky, event chair with GI Research Foundation, spoke with Fox 32's Tia Ewing and Terrence Lee about this year's All Star Challenge on the Greens. The event helps to raise money for gastrointestinal research.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
Chicago Bears celebrate young fan's victory over cancer
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
Chicago Bears invited 8-year-old Emma McClanahan, who beat cancer, to spend a day at summer training camp with players and coaches.
What is 'Teflon flu'? Illnesses linked to nonstick pans on the rise
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
How to get electrolytes naturally to stay hydrated
A staggering 75% of the U.S. population is chronically dehydrated. Common solutions for electrolyte replenishment are normally Gatorade, Liquid IV, and Pedialyte. Certified Holistic Nutritionist Jamie Maitland says there are plenty of ways to get those electrolytes naturally from everyday fruits and veggies.
A staggering 75% of the U.S. population is chronically dehydrated. Common solutions for electrolyte replenishment are normally Gatorade, Liquid IV, and Pedialyte. Certified Holistic Nutritionist Jamie Maitland says there are plenty of ways to get those electrolytes naturally from everyday fruits and veggies.
Tick bite blamed for Kansas man's near-fatal allergic reaction eating BBQ sandwich
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
Young patients honored for bravery at Lurie Children's Hospital
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
A special medal ceremony was held Tuesday—the first of its kind—at Lurie Children’s Hospital in downtown Chicago.
Suburban mom, daughter develop idea for achievement medals for cancer patients
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.
Some very young patients facing huge and scary health problems are being rewarded for their bravery.
Holding your smartphone wrong can lead to injury
Doctors have seen a spike in smartphone-related injuries. Between 2011 and 2020, cellphone-related injuries rose from 3,300 to more than 7,000.
Doctors have seen a spike in smartphone-related injuries. Between 2011 and 2020, cellphone-related injuries rose from 3,300 to more than 7,000.
Benefits of stress and how it differs from distress
Stress can actually be good for your health, but how do we know when our stress becomes distress? According to Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, signs may include feeling a sense of urgency and restlessness, self-care not lasting and disengagement.
Stress can actually be good for your health, but how do we know when our stress becomes distress? According to Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, signs may include feeling a sense of urgency and restlessness, self-care not lasting and disengagement.
New FDA-approved blood test offers different approach to colon cancer screening
Doctor Mike Cirigliano, FOX Medical Contributor, explained the new blood test the FDA approved to help with colon cancer screening. Cirigliano explained how irregular sleep patterns can lead to a higher risk of having diabetes.
Doctor Mike Cirigliano, FOX Medical Contributor, explained the new blood test the FDA approved to help with colon cancer screening. Cirigliano explained how irregular sleep patterns can lead to a higher risk of having diabetes.
Cinnamon recalled after testing reveals elevated lead contamination, FDA says
Cinnamon that's been shipped to retailers in four states is being recalled after testing revealed elevated levels of lead. Here's what to know.
Cinnamon that's been shipped to retailers in four states is being recalled after testing revealed elevated levels of lead. Here's what to know.
United States' 250th 'Baby Box' installed in Indiana
The baby boxes provide a safe and legal alternative for parents to anonymously surrender newborn babies, ensuring they are cared for and not abandoned.
The baby boxes provide a safe and legal alternative for parents to anonymously surrender newborn babies, ensuring they are cared for and not abandoned.
FDA approves new blood test for colorectal cancer screening
In a significant advancement for cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test named Shield for detecting colorectal cancer.
In a significant advancement for cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test named Shield for detecting colorectal cancer.
FDA approves blood test for colon cancer detection
This is considered a huge step forward in getting more people screened for the second-most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
This is considered a huge step forward in getting more people screened for the second-most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
Doctor debunks myths about using sunscreen
Dr. Lauren Fine, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, provides tips on using sunscreen despite social media trends discouraging its use.
Dr. Lauren Fine, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, provides tips on using sunscreen despite social media trends discouraging its use.