Tongue-tie in babies may be overdiagnosed and needlessly treated, AAP says
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products
The Agriculture Department on Monday announced plans to limit salmonella in poultry products in the U.S., a proposal that officials say will keep contaminated meat off store shelves and lead to fewer illnesses.
The Agriculture Department on Monday announced plans to limit salmonella in poultry products in the U.S., a proposal that officials say will keep contaminated meat off store shelves and lead to fewer illnesses.
Measles cases surge to triple last year's — with 5 months to go
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Center on Halsted launches statewide campaign for HIV/AIDS, STD hotline
Center on Halsted, an LGBTQ community center in Lake View, launched a comprehensive campaign to boost the reach of the state?s HIV/AIDS and STD Hotline. The campaign is focused on raising awareness of resources available to individuals living without and with HIV/AIDS and STIs and those seeking general sexual health information.
Center on Halsted, an LGBTQ community center in Lake View, launched a comprehensive campaign to boost the reach of the state?s HIV/AIDS and STD Hotline. The campaign is focused on raising awareness of resources available to individuals living without and with HIV/AIDS and STIs and those seeking general sexual health information.
Lurie Children's Hospital announces small staff reductions after budget review
A small number of employees have been laid off from Lurie Children's Hospital following a comprehensive review of its budget.
A small number of employees have been laid off from Lurie Children's Hospital following a comprehensive review of its budget.
Perimenopause and Menopause: What your doctor didn't tell you
Fox 32's Dawn Hasbrouck discusses menopause and perimenopause with Dr. Sameena Rahman.
Fox 32's Dawn Hasbrouck discusses menopause and perimenopause with Dr. Sameena Rahman.
Tips on getting veggies in your diet
Here are some innovative ways to eat your greens!
Here are some innovative ways to eat your greens!
Best ways to soothe a sunburn
Don't let your guard down when it comes to protecting your skin.
Don't let your guard down when it comes to protecting your skin.
Jennifer Aniston slams JD Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comment
Jennifer Aniston is calling out JD Vance for his views regarding women’s bodies and rights.
Jennifer Aniston is calling out JD Vance for his views regarding women’s bodies and rights.
Marijuana use in the U.S. is six times more prevalent than it was in 2016
The use of cannabis is up for smoking and edibles. It's easy to purchase here in Chicago but sometimes its not exactly clear what's in it or what you're putting in your body.
The use of cannabis is up for smoking and edibles. It's easy to purchase here in Chicago but sometimes its not exactly clear what's in it or what you're putting in your body.
Tips for offering teens the emotional support they need
A new report shows teens feel less emotional support than their parents think they do. Psychiatrist and author Dr. Frank Anderson joins GDC to break down the findings.
A new report shows teens feel less emotional support than their parents think they do. Psychiatrist and author Dr. Frank Anderson joins GDC to break down the findings.
Chicago scientists discover new antibiotic that may defeat bacterial resistance
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a new antibiotic that may make it nearly impossible for bacteria to develop resistance, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against infectious diseases.
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a new antibiotic that may make it nearly impossible for bacteria to develop resistance, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against infectious diseases.
UIC scientists discover new antibiotic that may defeat bacterial resistance
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a new antibiotic that may make it nearly impossible for bacteria to develop resistance, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against infectious diseases.
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have discovered a new antibiotic that may make it nearly impossible for bacteria to develop resistance, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against infectious diseases.
Center for Better Aging opens on Chicago's South Side
A new medical facility for older Chicagoans opened on the South Side.
A new medical facility for older Chicagoans opened on the South Side.
Center for Better Aging opens on Chicago?s South Side
The Center for Better Aging officially opened at 63rd and Halsted in Englewood. The location will serve 160,000 older adults on the South Side as they navigate their medical care.
The Center for Better Aging officially opened at 63rd and Halsted in Englewood. The location will serve 160,000 older adults on the South Side as they navigate their medical care.
New invention helps users reach their 'TruAbility'
Personal trainer turned inventor, Shawn True, demonstrated his newest product that is helping people with disabilities reach their full potential.
Personal trainer turned inventor, Shawn True, demonstrated his newest product that is helping people with disabilities reach their full potential.
Another COVID-19 variant on the rise this summer
A new variant of COVD-19 is on the rise this summer. Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains how to deal with the symptoms if you test positive.
A new variant of COVD-19 is on the rise this summer. Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains how to deal with the symptoms if you test positive.
Former Bear Chris Draft makes push for lung cancer awareness
Today at training camp the Chicago Bears are celebrating cancer survivors. This morning, we're joined by former Bear Chris Draft who talks about the importance of lung cancer awareness.
Today at training camp the Chicago Bears are celebrating cancer survivors. This morning, we're joined by former Bear Chris Draft who talks about the importance of lung cancer awareness.
FDA pushes back deadline again to ban formaldehyde in hair products
Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.
Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.
Pig farm raising animals for human transplants
The pigs' organs will be studied in hopes of using them in animal to human transplants.
The pigs' organs will be studied in hopes of using them in animal to human transplants.