Rare surgery gives man his voice back
Being able to speak using our voice is something many people can take for granted.
Being able to speak using our voice is something many people can take for granted.
Northwestern Medicine study reveals pathway to treat and reverse lupus
It's one of the most common autoimmune diseases, and now, a key mystery has been solved that could pave the way to a cure.
It's one of the most common autoimmune diseases, and now, a key mystery has been solved that could pave the way to a cure.
Pritzker signs 'Healthcare Protection Act' into law
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new Healthcare Protection Act (HPA) into law on Wednesday, aiming to significantly improve healthcare services for Illinois residents.
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new Healthcare Protection Act (HPA) into law on Wednesday, aiming to significantly improve healthcare services for Illinois residents.
Illinois governor signs 'Healthcare Protection Act' into law
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new Healthcare Protection Act (HPA) into law on Wednesday, aiming to significantly improve healthcare services for Illinois residents.
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new Healthcare Protection Act (HPA) into law on Wednesday, aiming to significantly improve healthcare services for Illinois residents.
Parts of Beverly, Morgan Park and Auburn Gresham under boil order
A leak on a high-pressure water main inside the Roseland Pumping Station impacted service in parts of Beverly, Morgan Park and Auburn Gresham from roughly 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday, officials said. The water main has been brought back online and is now fully pressurized.
A leak on a high-pressure water main inside the Roseland Pumping Station impacted service in parts of Beverly, Morgan Park and Auburn Gresham from roughly 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday, officials said. The water main has been brought back online and is now fully pressurized.
Hawaii issues health warning for tourists
A doctor in Hawaii wants to remind tourists not to overdo it while visiting the island. Stephen Florino with more on this story.
A doctor in Hawaii wants to remind tourists not to overdo it while visiting the island. Stephen Florino with more on this story.
Unregulated Delta-8 weed poses health risk: 'It turned our lives upside down'
Buying Delta-8 weed at a gas station or head shop is akin to buying drugs off the street—consumers have no way of knowing exactly what's in it.
Buying Delta-8 weed at a gas station or head shop is akin to buying drugs off the street—consumers have no way of knowing exactly what's in it.
Biden's health: Doctor's letter addresses Parkinson's concerns
The White House on Monday night released a letter from President Biden's doctor responding to questions about the president's health.
The White House on Monday night released a letter from President Biden's doctor responding to questions about the president's health.
Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Americans are stressed, anxious about upcoming election: study
America may be in the middle of a mental health crisis and the upcoming election isn't helping matters. A new study found that 2 in 5 Americans report feeling depressed or anxious about the November election.
America may be in the middle of a mental health crisis and the upcoming election isn't helping matters. A new study found that 2 in 5 Americans report feeling depressed or anxious about the November election.
How to find the best protective sunscreen
With so many options, it is important to know what to look for when browsing the sunscreen aisle. Health experts suggest a broad-spectrum product and an SPF of 30 or higher.
With so many options, it is important to know what to look for when browsing the sunscreen aisle. Health experts suggest a broad-spectrum product and an SPF of 30 or higher.
Chicagoans welcome Palestinian boy in need of medical care with open arms at O'Hare International Airport
A Palestinian boy needing medical help received a large welcome at O'Hare International Airport on Sunday evening.
A Palestinian boy needing medical help received a large welcome at O'Hare International Airport on Sunday evening.
Human plague case confirmed in Colorado, health officials warn
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
Tinley Park coach gets special sendoff from cheerleaders, community as she battles breast cancer
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
Tinley Park coach gets special sendoff as she battles breast cancer
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
A special sendoff happened Friday morning in Tinley Park for a mom and coach who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive case of breast cancer.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Howard Brown to lay off staff amid budget shortfall
The Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider said it would lay off more than 40 employees by Aug. 30, 2024.
The Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider said it would lay off more than 40 employees by Aug. 30, 2024.
Howard Brown to lay off staff this summer amid budget shortfall
Howard Brown, a prominent Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider, announced it would lay off approximately 7% of its workforce amid financial challenges.
Howard Brown, a prominent Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider, announced it would lay off approximately 7% of its workforce amid financial challenges.
Older adults still taking daily aspirin, though some shouldn't be
Some seniors across the U.S., continue a daily aspirin regimen in hopes of reducing their cardiovascular disease risk. But that practice is only recommended for certain high-risk patients, experts say.
Some seniors across the U.S., continue a daily aspirin regimen in hopes of reducing their cardiovascular disease risk. But that practice is only recommended for certain high-risk patients, experts say.
BCBS Illinois partners with NASCAR to donate $30,000 to local nonprofit
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois partnered with NASCAR Chicago Street Race to support programs that benefit Illinois families. The donation will be used to bolster Family Focus Lawndale's programs that address physical and behavioral health needs within the community.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois partnered with NASCAR Chicago Street Race to support programs that benefit Illinois families. The donation will be used to bolster Family Focus Lawndale's programs that address physical and behavioral health needs within the community.