Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia

One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.

Lurie Children?s Radiothon returns to support kids in need
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The Lurie Children?s Radiothon is back this holiday season, offering an opportunity for listeners to help raise vital funds in support of patients and families at Lurie Children?s Hospital.

Mystery flu-like illness has killed dozens in Congo: What we know

With symptoms including fever and cough, the respiratory disease has affected nearly 380 people, half of them young children.

Lurie Children’s Radiothon raises over $1 million for kids in need

The Lurie Children’s Radiothon is back this holiday season, offering an opportunity for listeners to help raise vital funds in support of patients and families at Lurie Children’s Hospital. 

This kind of drinking is even worse than binge drinking

There’s a large focus on the health risks associated with binge drinking. Now, the term “high-intensity drinking" is also gaining attention.

Lurie Children?s Radiothon returns to support kids in need
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The Lurie Children?s Radiothon is back this holiday season, offering an opportunity for listeners to help raise vital funds in support of patients and families at Lurie Children?s Hospital.

Cough and cold season is upon us: Here's how to stay healthy
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It's that time of the year where a lot of people are catching colds and starting to feel under the weather. So what can you do when you feel yourself starting to get sick?

Marshall and Myla: How two kids waiting for hearts found friendship in Chicago

Meet Marshall and Myla. Their story is about friendship, hardship, and survival — all made possible because Myla and Marshall were both patients at Lurie Children's Hospital.

How two kids waiting for hearts found friendship in Chicago
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Meet Marshall and Myla. Theirs is a story about friendship, hardship, and survival, all made possible because Myla and Marshall were both patients at Lurie Children's Hospital.

Cook County invests $1 million in first-ever doula program

Cook County is taking a major step toward addressing maternal mortality rates with a $1 million investment in its first-ever doula program.

Cook County invests $1 million in first-ever doula program
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Cook County is taking a major step toward addressing maternal mortality rates with a $1 million investment in its first-ever doula program.

The Menopause Manual
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Menopause affects millions of women, yet it’s often misunderstood and overlooked. In this special presentation, Fox 32 Chicago’s Dawn Hasbrouck sits down with Dr. Sameena Rahman, a Chicago-based OB-GYN and menopause expert. Together they break down the symptoms, treatments, and challenges women face during this life transition. From addressing common misconceptions to offering solutions tailored to every woman’s unique journey, this program is your guide to navigating menopause with confidence.

Chicago doctors warn: cold, COVID, and flu season is here

December typically marks the beginning of flu season, and doctors say cases are already on the rise in the Chicago area.

Chicago doctors warn: cold, COVID, and flu season is here
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As Chicagoans brace for the winter months, doctors are reminding everyone that it?s not just holiday season?it?s cold, COVID, and flu season too.

8 injured Gaza children arrive in Chicago for medical care

After a 12-hour flight, the children—ranging in age from 2 to 17—were greeted by dozens of supporters who welcomed them with posters, balloons, and Palestinian flags.