How stress affects your heart and what you can do about it
A Mayo Clinic cardiologist explains how chronic stress impacts heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and simple ways to reduce stress during National Stress Month.
A Mayo Clinic cardiologist explains how chronic stress impacts heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and simple ways to reduce stress during National Stress Month.
Diets heavy in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains linked to lung cancer risk
Researchers posited that the reason may be less what’s in those foods than what’s on them: pesticides.
Researchers posited that the reason may be less what’s in those foods than what’s on them: pesticides.
Record $7.25M verdict awarded in Cook County hysterectomy malpractice case | ChicagoLIVE
Clifford Law Offices secured a record-breaking $7.25 million verdict on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who was forced to undergo a life-altering hysterectomy following negligent surgical complications and delayed treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. Led by partner Sarah F. King, the legal team proved that medical staff failed to follow established safety protocols, resulting in severe, permanent injuries.
Clifford Law Offices secured a record-breaking $7.25 million verdict on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who was forced to undergo a life-altering hysterectomy following negligent surgical complications and delayed treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. Led by partner Sarah F. King, the legal team proved that medical staff failed to follow established safety protocols, resulting in severe, permanent injuries.
Chicago Pulls for Hope highlights connection between fitness, mental health
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Dr. Becca Ward and Rachel Adams discuss the “Chicago Pulls for Hope” fundraiser, the importance of mental health awareness, and expanding access to care in Chicago.
Chicago doctor on detecting, surviving esophageal cancer
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. This type of cancer has a low survival rate with no or silent symptoms. Dr. Sri Komanduri from Northwestern Medicine spoke with us about the disease.
Flu vaccine no longer required for military members, Hegseth announces
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the flu vaccine is now optional for military members, saying they no longer have to choose “between their conscience and their country."
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the flu vaccine is now optional for military members, saying they no longer have to choose “between their conscience and their country."
Some fruits, vegetables tied to cancer
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
A USC oncologist explains how pesticide exposure may complicate the long-held belief that fruit- and vegetable-rich diets always reduce cancer risk.
As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
Loneliness may be silently eroding your memory, new research reveals
Feeling lonely may take a toll on older adults' memory, according to a new study.
Feeling lonely may take a toll on older adults' memory, according to a new study.
These states are drinking less alcohol as habits shift, analysis finds
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
Former United Airlines CEO reflects on heart transplant journey ahead of Chicago honor
Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz discusses his life-saving heart transplant after a 2015 heart attack, his ongoing work with the American Heart Association, and being named this year’s Heart of Gold honoree at Chicago’s Heart Ball.
Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz discusses his life-saving heart transplant after a 2015 heart attack, his ongoing work with the American Heart Association, and being named this year’s Heart of Gold honoree at Chicago’s Heart Ball.
What is Shigella? CDC calls increase in infections a 'public health threat'
The CDC is warning of a public health threat tied to “extensively drug-resistant" bacterial infections that are rising in the U.S.
The CDC is warning of a public health threat tied to “extensively drug-resistant" bacterial infections that are rising in the U.S.
Study finds no link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism risk | ChicagoLIVE
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
Not an athlete? PepsiCo says you need Gatorade anyway
Doctors caution that while electrolyte and sports drinks have their place, the average non-athlete shouldn’t reach for one just because they’re thirsty.
Doctors caution that while electrolyte and sports drinks have their place, the average non-athlete shouldn’t reach for one just because they’re thirsty.
Erica Schwartz being considered by Trump administration to lead CDC
Erica Schwartz is under consideration to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which has faced turnover with leadership and controversy over vaccine policies.
Erica Schwartz is under consideration to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which has faced turnover with leadership and controversy over vaccine policies.
HIV, AIDS cases rise among Latino residents in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
New data shows HIV and AIDS infections are increasing in Chicago’s Latino community, even as cases decline among other groups.
New data shows HIV and AIDS infections are increasing in Chicago’s Latino community, even as cases decline among other groups.
Xanax, popular anxiety medication, recalled: What to know
A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.
A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.
'Dr. Pimple Popper' Sandra Lee had stroke during filming
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
West Suburban hospital to resume clinic services
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.
West Suburban Medical Center is resuming hospital-based clinic and testing services, marking the first step in a gradual reopening of the facility.