Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act signed in Illinois
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Chicago author takes on 100 bull runs for Hemingway, men’s mental health
Author and bull-runner Bill Hillmann is set to complete 100 bull runs in honor of Ernest Hemingway and to support men’s mental health.
Author and bull-runner Bill Hillmann is set to complete 100 bull runs in honor of Ernest Hemingway and to support men’s mental health.
Measles exposure reported at O’Hare: What travelers should know
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
Chicago O'Hare Airport measles exposure: What travelers need to know
An international traveler diagnosed with measles may have exposed others at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, according to city health officials.
An international traveler diagnosed with measles may have exposed others at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, according to city health officials.
New study links working from home to isolation and mental distress | ChicagoLIVE
Many people enjoy working from home, but a new study links it to increased isolation and mental distress. Emma Harrington of University of Virginia breaks down the findings.
Many people enjoy working from home, but a new study links it to increased isolation and mental distress. Emma Harrington of University of Virginia breaks down the findings.
As Chicagoans embrace summer weather, experts urge caution around West Nile Virus
With summer comes an increased risk of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Rachel Rubin, senior medical officer at the Cook County Department of Public Health, breaks down what residents need to know about the virus.
With summer comes an increased risk of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Rachel Rubin, senior medical officer at the Cook County Department of Public Health, breaks down what residents need to know about the virus.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
Big changes coming to Medicaid program including work requirements
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
FDA alert: Thousands of bottles of blood pressure pills recalled over possible dissolution failure
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire: Crews work for 5th day in responding to 85M pound biohazard threat
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Innovative exoskeleton therapy for stroke survivors developed in Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
Researchers at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have developed a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation system that uses robotic exoskeletons to virtually connect therapists with stroke survivors during recovery.
Researchers at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have developed a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation system that uses robotic exoskeletons to virtually connect therapists with stroke survivors during recovery.
Health Department commits over $700 million to mental health and homelessness efforts
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
How to protect your animals from screwworm parasites | ChicagoLIVE
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
Cure for certain cancers is ‘realistic’ goal in next decade, pharma lead says
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
Aphasia Awareness Month: Inside the disorder that has changed the lives of celebrities
Dr. Leora Cherney, founder and director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Center for Aphasia Research, joins Good Day Chicago to break down aphasia and the latest research behind it.
Dr. Leora Cherney, founder and director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Center for Aphasia Research, joins Good Day Chicago to break down aphasia and the latest research behind it.
Lawsuit challenges Illinois' end of life law | The Chicago Report
A major legal battle is brewing over Illinois' new medical aid-in-dying law. The legislation lets doctors help terminally ill adults end adults end their lives with medication.
A major legal battle is brewing over Illinois' new medical aid-in-dying law. The legislation lets doctors help terminally ill adults end adults end their lives with medication.
Chicago doctor warns record increase in Congo Ebola cases is 'a significant concern'
Health officials are racing to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a record daily spike in cases. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's Dr. Mercedes Carnethon explains causes and repercussions of the outbreak.
Health officials are racing to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a record daily spike in cases. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's Dr. Mercedes Carnethon explains causes and repercussions of the outbreak.