Government offering more free COVID-19 tests for home delivery through the mail
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.
CDC issues holiday sickness warning
The CDC is warning about sickness around the holidays.
Chicago alderwoman tests positive for COVID-19 for the first time
A Chicago alderwoman says she has tested positive for COVID-19 for the first time.
Chicago alderwoman tests positive for COVID for the first time
A Chicago alderwoman says she has tested positive for COVID-19 for the first time.
CDC expands airport virus surveillance program during holidays
Airports on the West and East coasts are offering surveillance testing in an effort to help the CDC find out what viruses are going around. The tests will cover more than just COVID-19, but also the flu and RSV.
Kankakee County veterans' home reports 30 'mild' cases of COVID-19
A veterans' home in south suburban Kankakee County is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak among its residents and staff.
Health officials urge people to get their flu and COVID booster shots amid low numbers
Health officials are sounding the alarm after seeing less people than normal get their flu and COVID-19 shots.
Economy grows despite higher prices | What this means
A new government report out this week shows the economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years. But, it's not necessarily a good thing for many Americans.
American children are not getting new COVID-19 shots
Health officials say COVID-19 is still causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths but Americans are not getting updated vaccines, especially children.
US economy growing at robust rate, new report shows
A new government report out today shows the U.S. economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years.
Flu season begins with a call for vaccination from Cook County health officials
Flu season has arrived, and health officials in Cook County are emphasizing the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19.
Flu season begins with a call for vaccination from local health officials
Flu season has arrived, and health officials in Cook County are emphasizing the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19.
US economy adds 336,000 jobs in September, blowing past expectations
U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in September, evidence the labor market remains resilient even as it confronts high interest rates and stubborn inflation.
How to get noticed in the workplace in 2024
Companies are expected to cut costs a bit more in 2024. The average pay increase in 2023 was 4.7% while the average increase in 2024 is projected to be closer to 3.8%. Personal finance professor Dan Roccato shared some tips for standing out in the workplace.
Arwady: As COVID hospitalizations rise, get new booster shot
Get the shot: that's the recommendation from local and federal officials as COVID hospitalizations increase.
Arwady: As COVID hospitalizations rise, get new booster shot
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COVID-19 in 2023: How to stay healthy during cold, flu season
Fall has begun and cold and flu season is back. Former Commissioner of Chicago's Dept. of Health Allison Arwady joins Good Day Chicago with tips on how to stay healthy. Arwady say the new COVID-19 vaccine is a good match to the strains on the rise and the best thing people can do is stay up to date with it.
Long COVID: New data shows what virus does after it leaves your body
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new data showing COVID-19 may not be done causing damage, even after it leaves your body.
Sign-up for more free COVID tests begins today. Here’s how to order
The U.S. government is replenishing its stockpile with millions of new at-home COVID tests. Here’s how to order yours for free.
Biden has received the updated COVID-19 vaccine, White House says
The White House says President Joe Biden has gotten the updated COVID-19 vaccine and the annual flu shot, and that he was also recently vaccinated against RSV.