National Wear Red Day highlights heart disease
February is Heart Month and National Wear Red Day is meant to focus on women's heart health.
February is Heart Month and National Wear Red Day is meant to focus on women's heart health.
Wear red today to show support for heart disease awareness
Today is National Wear Red Day, a day to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke, which are the leading causes of death for women and other Americans.
Today is National Wear Red Day, a day to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke, which are the leading causes of death for women and other Americans.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Early detection can be life-saving in a battle with lung cancer
February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, and this year, the American Lung Association is working with a local survivor John Anderson III to bring awareness on lung cancer screening
February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, and this year, the American Lung Association is working with a local survivor John Anderson III to bring awareness on lung cancer screening
Bird flu in cattle: 2nd type of strain detected in US dairy cows
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
Northwestern surgeons using fridge to save lives
A lung transplant used to be a race against time. Now, a fridge is buying doctors more of it.
A lung transplant used to be a race against time. Now, a fridge is buying doctors more of it.
How tariffs could impact the costs of vital medications
A potential trade war raises concerns about driving-up the costs of vital medications.
A potential trade war raises concerns about driving-up the costs of vital medications.
Northwestern Medicine considered top place for lung transplants
Northwestern Medicine officials said it's all thanks to new technology.
Northwestern Medicine officials said it's all thanks to new technology.
New Illinois bill would give parents final say on psychotropic drugs for kids
An Illinois lawmaker is pushing a new bill that would ensure parents have the final say before their kids are prescribed psychotropic medications.
An Illinois lawmaker is pushing a new bill that would ensure parents have the final say before their kids are prescribed psychotropic medications.
‘Doc’ star visits Chicago, stops at Lurie Children’s Hospital
One of the stars of the hit FOX show Doc made a special visit to Chicago this week.
One of the stars of the hit FOX show Doc made a special visit to Chicago this week.
'Doc' star visits Lurie Children's Hospital during Chicago visit
One of the stars of the hit FOX show Doc made a special visit to Chicago this week.
One of the stars of the hit FOX show Doc made a special visit to Chicago this week.
Flu cases in Illinois drive increase in ER visits, hospital admissions
Cases of flu are driving an increase in emergency department visits and hospital admissions in Illinois.
Cases of flu are driving an increase in emergency department visits and hospital admissions in Illinois.
Microplastics in people's brains increased by 50% in 8 years, study finds
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. one step closer to confirmation as HHS secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is one step closer to being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services despite concerns over his views on several issues.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is one step closer to being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services despite concerns over his views on several issues.
Study: Teens spend 90 minutes on phones during school day, raising concerns
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
Former Chiefs cheerleader reunites with Chicago doctors who removed life-threatening tumor
As the Super Bowl draws near, a former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader has even more reason to cheer.
As the Super Bowl draws near, a former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader has even more reason to cheer.
Dead birds wash up along Chicago's shoreline as avian flu spreads
The avian flu outbreak is leaving a grim scene along Chicago’s lakeshore.
The avian flu outbreak is leaving a grim scene along Chicago’s lakeshore.
Chicago children's hospital 'reviewing' transgender services for minors after Trump order
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
FDA approves 'non-opioid' painkiller
Many public health experts warn of the additive qualities of powerful opioid painkillers. One pharmaceutical company is revealing its new pill that it says does away with those dangers.
Many public health experts warn of the additive qualities of powerful opioid painkillers. One pharmaceutical company is revealing its new pill that it says does away with those dangers.