Northwestern study tests if wearables can cut AFib patients’ need for blood thinners
Can wearable technology help patients with an irregular heartbeat and change how they live with it Northwestern University is trying to find out — and they may need your help.
Trump cuts finding for Illinois health departments
The Trump Administration is cutting millions of dollars in public health funding for Illinois.
New Illinois legislation aims to make hospital operating rooms safer
State lawmakers are working on legislation to make the operating rooms at hospitals safer.
Ease Endometriosis symptoms with these tips
It's National Endometriosis Month and while not every woman experiences it, it's a lot more common than you'd think.
Kansas measles cases reach 23; new Ohio outbreak sickens 10
A growing measles outbreak in Kansas has reached 23 cases and may be linked to earlier outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. Ohio is now reporting 10 cases, with wider exposure concerns.
Dengue Fever is on the rise, here's how to protect yourself
As spring breakers flock to warmer travel destinations in March and April, the number of mosquitoes and the potentially deadly diseases they carry increase.
Family of Chicago White Sox fan who died of cancer continues to pay it forward
The Weishar family was honored for their work to pay it forward with the Andrew Weishar Foundation, named for a family member who died of cancer in 2012.
Baby formula safety to be scrutinized at federal level
The Department of Health and Human Services is rolling out a new initiative aimed at protecting our nation's babies.
Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
RFK Jr. reportedly plans to ban pharmaceutical ads on TV
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.
Illinois woman finds relief after decades of debilitating pain
An Illinois woman who said she felt like she was giving birth every month is now living pain free.
Illinois woman finds relief after years of debilitating pain
An Illinois woman who said she felt like she was giving birth every month is now living pain free.
What detoxing from social media can do to your brain
Stepping away from screens and taking a social media detox can do a lot of good for your mental and physical health and an increasing number of people are trying to become less dependent on their phones. Tiege Dooley-Panko, the creator of the Social Media Detox, joined Good Day Chicago.
March Madness doubles as vasectomy season
We've officially reached the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament but there's a different type of madness seen in doctors offices this time of year.
Pope Francis to be released from hospital
Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital tomorrow. After battling a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs.
Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
Husband honors wife killed in 2019 River North crash with donation to Lurie Children's Hospital
The husband of a pregnant woman who was hit and killed by a flatbed truck in 2019 has made a generous donation to Lurie Children's Hospital.
Husband honors wife killed in 2019 River North crash with donation to Lurie Children's Hospital
The husband of a pregnant woman who was hit and killed by a flatbed truck in 2019 has made a generous donation to Lurie Children's Hospital.
Illinois doctors, patients rally against Trump-backed Medicaid cuts: 'I'm furious'
Illinois Republicans are facing mounting pressure to break from President Trump and oppose proposed Medicaid cuts that could impact hundreds of thousands of residents.
Illinois lawmakers urged to protect Medicaid despite Trump's proposed cuts
The pressure is mounting for Illinois Republicans to stand against President Trump and his suggested cuts to Medicaid.