Inflammatory bowel disease: 'Major cause of IBD' discovered by researchers
IBD, the umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, impacts millions of people worldwide. Researchers say they have found a “major cause" of the disease and treatment using existing drugs.
IBD, the umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, impacts millions of people worldwide. Researchers say they have found a “major cause" of the disease and treatment using existing drugs.
WHO confirms 1st human death of bird flu strain H5N2
The first confirmed human case of a strain of bird flu called H5N2 has died, the World Health Organization said. Here’s what to know.
The first confirmed human case of a strain of bird flu called H5N2 has died, the World Health Organization said. Here’s what to know.
More Americans concerned about mental health and social media
A new survey found that more Americans are worrying about social media's impact on their mental health. Fox Medical Team (Beth Galvin) Beth Galvin dives deeper into what these findings really mean.
A new survey found that more Americans are worrying about social media's impact on their mental health. Fox Medical Team (Beth Galvin) Beth Galvin dives deeper into what these findings really mean.
Children with total deafness regain hearing after ‘groundbreaking’ gene therapy
This was the first time gene therapy was applied to both ears, researchers say.
This was the first time gene therapy was applied to both ears, researchers say.
FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
Healthy alternatives to fast food for this summer and beyond
Renowned chef and veteran food consultant Renee Guilbault offers some healthy alternatives to fast food that will leave you feeling full and healthy.
Renowned chef and veteran food consultant Renee Guilbault offers some healthy alternatives to fast food that will leave you feeling full and healthy.
FDA panel votes against MDMA for PTSD
A major blow to psychedelic treatment advocates, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted against the use of party drug, MDMA to treat post traumatic stress disorder.
A major blow to psychedelic treatment advocates, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted against the use of party drug, MDMA to treat post traumatic stress disorder.
A local mom's devastating loss inspires lifesaving efforts against SIDS
Hundreds of infants die every year in the state of Illinois, most often due to unsafe sleeping environments.
Hundreds of infants die every year in the state of Illinois, most often due to unsafe sleeping environments.
Mother's tragedy inspires lifesaving mission against SIDS in Illinois
The executive director of SIDS of Illinois, Nancy Maruyama, said after her son died unexpectedly during a nap in the 1980s, she made it her mission to help others. In 1985, her son was only four-and-a-half months old, when she dropped him off at the babysitter while she went to her nursing job. Less than 10 minutes into the infant's first nap, the unthinkable happened.
The executive director of SIDS of Illinois, Nancy Maruyama, said after her son died unexpectedly during a nap in the 1980s, she made it her mission to help others. In 1985, her son was only four-and-a-half months old, when she dropped him off at the babysitter while she went to her nursing job. Less than 10 minutes into the infant's first nap, the unthinkable happened.
How to treat bug bites, stings this summer season
Whether it's a wasp sting or a fire ant bite, the Fox Medical Team details what you can do at home to treat them.
Whether it's a wasp sting or a fire ant bite, the Fox Medical Team details what you can do at home to treat them.
Studies show potential link between tattoos and lymphoma
New research is pointing to a possible link between tattoos and lymphoma. The study from Lund University followed 12,000 people in Sweden. 3,000 people were diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. Researchers found the risk of lymphoma was 21-percent higher among people with at least one tattoo.
New research is pointing to a possible link between tattoos and lymphoma. The study from Lund University followed 12,000 people in Sweden. 3,000 people were diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. Researchers found the risk of lymphoma was 21-percent higher among people with at least one tattoo.
Traveling internationally? It could be illegal to bring these medications
Before packing prescriptions, make sure they’re legal, says a pharmacy and health expert.
Before packing prescriptions, make sure they’re legal, says a pharmacy and health expert.
Fauci grilled by House GOP over COVID-19 response, origins
During his testimony, Anthony Fauci and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene got into a heated exchange. Greene tried to discredit Fauci while grilling him on social distancing and masking guidelines during the pandemic.
During his testimony, Anthony Fauci and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene got into a heated exchange. Greene tried to discredit Fauci while grilling him on social distancing and masking guidelines during the pandemic.
Spreading BPH awareness during Men's Health Month
June is Men's Health Month and doctors are spreading awareness about a common condition that develops in men. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate is very common and can be easily treated.
June is Men's Health Month and doctors are spreading awareness about a common condition that develops in men. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate is very common and can be easily treated.
Best time to drink coffee: Experts spill the beans
Social media influencers have been blaming their afternoon slumps on drinking coffee first thing in the morning. Experts weigh in.
Social media influencers have been blaming their afternoon slumps on drinking coffee first thing in the morning. Experts weigh in.
Tattoos may increase risk of developing lymphoma, alarming new study finds
A new study from Lund University in Sweden reveals that individuals with tattoos may have a 21% higher risk of developing lymphoma, regardless of the tattoo's size.
A new study from Lund University in Sweden reveals that individuals with tattoos may have a 21% higher risk of developing lymphoma, regardless of the tattoo's size.
US girls are getting their first periods earlier, study finds – what's driving this?
A new study finds that US girls are experiencing their first periods earlier, with factors such as improved nutrition, increased BMI, and environmental exposures potentially driving this trend.
A new study finds that US girls are experiencing their first periods earlier, with factors such as improved nutrition, increased BMI, and environmental exposures potentially driving this trend.
Good Day on the Road: 31st Annual Cancer Survivors' Celebration Walk and 5K in Grant Park this Sunday
All funds with support Lurie Cancer Center.
All funds with support Lurie Cancer Center.
How to use social media in a healthy way
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's a good time to look at how social media can have a negative impact on our health. Like it or not, using social media can cause anxiety, depression, and other health challenges. So, how can you use social media in a healthy way?
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's a good time to look at how social media can have a negative impact on our health. Like it or not, using social media can cause anxiety, depression, and other health challenges. So, how can you use social media in a healthy way?
Risk for certain diseases increases for women during menopause
Our bodies are always changing and for women, the risk factors for certain diseases are even greater during menopause.
Our bodies are always changing and for women, the risk factors for certain diseases are even greater during menopause.