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In a healthcare system increasingly governed by numbers, your doctor's time may be worth more than your care. Since the 1990s, Relative Value Units—known as RVUs—have become the currency of physician productivity, determining how doctors get paid, how long they spend with patients, and even which procedures they prioritize. But as RVUs shape the way medicine is practiced, critics say they’re also driving physician burnout, shortening appointments, and putting profit over people. In this episode, we talk to a patient care advocate and a senior physician to explore the unintended consequences of RVUs—and what they mean for your next doctor’s visit.

With nearly one-third of Americans sporting body ink and a booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry, tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation—from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body—and how they’re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.

For busy families saving time and reducing stress is important to create more moments with your kids. Technology CEO joins us to talk about ways AI can help. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.