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.
How to boost your child's mental health during summer break
Summer break is usually seen as a good thing for kids in school, but sometimes the lack of structure and social interaction can take a toll on your child's mental health. There are some signs you can look out for, to make sure your teen is feeling their best during the break.
Summer break is usually seen as a good thing for kids in school, but sometimes the lack of structure and social interaction can take a toll on your child's mental health. There are some signs you can look out for, to make sure your teen is feeling their best during the break.
Importance of hearing protection during the Chicago NASCAR Street Race
Kristen Conners from Prescription Hearing talks about the importance of protecting your ears during noisy events such as the Chicago NASCAR Street Race.
Kristen Conners from Prescription Hearing talks about the importance of protecting your ears during noisy events such as the Chicago NASCAR Street Race.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
Dangerous animal tranquilizer detected in Chicago street drugs, prompting statewide health warnings
The medical community in Chicago and across the state are on alert for yet another dangerous contaminant that's being added to the street drug supply.
The medical community in Chicago and across the state are on alert for yet another dangerous contaminant that's being added to the street drug supply.
Dangerous animal tranquilizer detected in Chicago street drugs, prompting statewide health warnings
The medical community in Chicago and across the state are on alert for yet another dangerous contaminant that's being added to the street drug supply.
The medical community in Chicago and across the state are on alert for yet another dangerous contaminant that's being added to the street drug supply.
Two batches of mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in DuPage County: health officials
Two batches of mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus in DuPage County, health officials announced Friday.
Two batches of mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus in DuPage County, health officials announced Friday.
Northwestern launches first-of-its-kind clinical program for gay men
Dr. Channa Amarasekera from Northwestern Medicine talks about their new program to improve urologic care for patients who are gay and bisexual.
Dr. Channa Amarasekera from Northwestern Medicine talks about their new program to improve urologic care for patients who are gay and bisexual.
Chicago White Sox build playgrounds for kids battling cancer
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
White Sox build playgrounds for kids battling cancer
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
The Chicago White Sox have joined a major volunteer effort to give back to local kids.
Helping kids with ADHD stay on track this summer
Summer break can be a difficult time for students who have been diagnosed with ADHD. The disruption in routine can sometimes cause anxiety. Ann Dolin from Additude Magazine shares some tips for staying on track.
Summer break can be a difficult time for students who have been diagnosed with ADHD. The disruption in routine can sometimes cause anxiety. Ann Dolin from Additude Magazine shares some tips for staying on track.
Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
US surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Surgeon general declares gun violence in US a public health crisis
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
‘The Notebook’s’ Gena Rowlands, who played Allie, suffering from Alzheimer’s, son says
Gena Rowlands played the older version of Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook," which was directed by Rowlands son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.
Gena Rowlands played the older version of Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook," which was directed by Rowlands son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.