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What to know about whooping cough as US cases surge to pre-pandemic levels
A highly contagious respiratory illness is on the rise in the United States this year.
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A deadly drug: Whippit use rising in US as social media videos go viral
The number of teens and young adults in the United States risking death to get high as recreational use of nitrous oxide — commonly known as whippits — is “rising rapidly,” according to doctors at the Yale School of Medicine.
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Are chia seeds or flaxseeds healthier? RD reveals which to eat for protein, gut health
While both seeds are great for you, there are some nutritional differences.
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Is it healthier to walk outside or on a treadmill? Experts reveal which has more benefits
Here’s how to choose which type of walk is right for you.
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Genomics lab helps open doors for trust and inclusivity
Anna Ortiz gets a quick swab at Gene Matrix: A groundbreaking new testing lab in the village of Bedford park. It’s nestled in the Midway Medical Campus , fusing preventative testing with information. Gene Matrix co-founder, Tarek Younis, explains that the results won’t diagnose conditions, but they will show how her DNA affects her response to medication, and can...
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New ranking names best children's hospitals in Illinois, Midwest
An Illinois children’s hospital has been named among the top-rated hospitals in the Midwest in a new ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
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New ranking names best children's hospitals in Illinois, Midwest
An Illinois children’s hospital has been named among the top-rated hospitals in the Midwest in a new ranking by U.S. News and World Report.
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Hoda Kotb's powerful advice about breast cancer and 4 words that became her mantra
The TODAY co-anchor explains why she became “wildly fearless” and the conversation with a stranger that changed her life.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are the early signs to watch for
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are the symptoms and signs of breast cancer, and how you can lower your risk.
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Vaccine fatigue blamed by experts for rise in whooping cough
Some health experts are blaming vaccine fatigue among the public for a rise in whooping cough rates in today’s health headlines around the Chicago area.
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NBA gives away sherpas from Jill Martin's new line for breast cancer awareness
Proceeds of the sherpas featuring the NBA and WNBA logos turned pink go to the Basser Center for BRCA research.
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1 in 3 teens can't get tampons or pads during their periods, study finds
A third of teens and young adults in the U.S. can’t afford or otherwise access menstrual products, according to new research from Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C.
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After 60 years of writing letters, pen pals meet face-to-face for the first time
The lifelong pen pals have written letters and made phone calls for over six decades, but never once saw each other in person — until now.
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Fluoride in drinking water poses enough risk to merit new EPA action, judge says
A federal judge has ordered further regulation of fluoride in drinking water because high levels could pose a risk to the intellectual development of children.
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These are the ‘Nicest Places In America' in 2024, according to Reader's Digest
Reader’s Digest’s list of 2024 Nicest Places in America names locations across the U.S. known for their kindness and community spirit.
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Brett Favre reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis during congressional testimony
Former NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre revealed that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease during a testimony in Washington, D.C. regarding the potential misuse of taxpayer funds in Mississippi. NBC Chicago’s Lauren Petty reports.
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Girl, 7, ‘allergic' to light must hide from the sun, cover every inch of skin
After mystery symptoms as a baby, she was diagnosed with a rare disorder that forces her to shun all UV light. She got to be a kid at a sun-proof camp.
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Severe obesity is on the rise in the US
Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S. About 4 in 10 Americans have obesity overall and about 1 in 10 have severe obesity.
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American Red Cross seeks blood donors to help fulfill critical need
The American Red Cross is offering incentives for donors who help address a critical need for blood supplies.
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‘Oksoberfest' at Lincoln Park Zoo offers nonalcoholic beverages in festive setting
Lincoln Park Zoo will soon be hosting “Oksoberfest,” an event offering nonalcoholic beverages in a festive setting typically reserved for beer and cocktails. NBC Chicago’s Lauren Petty reports.