Majority of Americans believe marijuana is less harmful than other substances, Gallup poll says
Gallup released a new poll that shows a majority of people think marijuana causes less harm than substances like alcohol, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco.
Work-related stress may cause irregular heartbeat, study finds
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications.
Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Prioritizing student mental health during back to school season
Transitions can take toll on a child's mental health. Going back to school brings a lot of change and can be hard on students of all ages.
Gift of Hope celebrates Minority Donor Awareness Month
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month, a national observance dedicated to saving and improving lives in diverse communities by creating a positive culture that supports organ, eye and tissue donation.
Fast-moving strain of MPox could make its way to the US
A fast-moving strain of MPox, formerly known as Monkeypox, has just jumped from Africa to Asia to Europe and the U.S. could be next.
University of Illinois receives $33M federal grant to revolutionize cancer surgery
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has received a significant federal grant that could be a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.
University of Illinois receives new research funding
A huge federal grant given to the University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign could be a major game changer in treating cancers.
What is Parvovirus B19? CDC warns 'slapped cheek' disease on the rise
The respiratory virus is associated with symptoms, including fever, rashes, and joint pain.
What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.
Preparing children for back-to-school vaccinations
As kids head back to school, they will need to get their mandatory vaccines -- and it can be scary to some.
Biden announces $150M for cancer research
President Joe Biden, alongside first lady Jill Biden, delivered remarks Tuesday in New Orleans addressing his revamped "Cancer Moonshot" program, which seeks to cut the cancer death rate in the U.S. by about half over the next 25 years.
How to spot warning signs of school bullying
Experts are sharing tips on how to recognize the warning signs of bullying at school.
Chicago’s Lurie Children's Hospital secures $12M to study antibiotic use in treating pediatric pneumonia
Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern in the U.S., particularly when it comes to treating pediatric pneumonia. Doctors are now questioning whether antibiotics should be used at all for this condition.
Chicago hospital gets $12M grant to research antibiotic use for pediatric pneumonia
Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern in the U.S., particularly when it comes to treating pediatric pneumonia. Doctors are now questioning whether antibiotics should be used at all for this condition.
Joliet cracks down on underage vaping, tobacco use
A new Joliet police report revealed several businesses have sold vaping products to underage children. Officials plan to hold businesses accountable for breaking the law.
Millennials and Gen X face increased risk of cancers
A new study showed younger patients have a higher risk of having several cancers including breast cancer, colon cancer and pancreatic cancer.
U.S. faces COVID-19 surge ahead of schools reopening
Several states across the country have experienced a rise in COVID-19 cases over the summer before children head back to school.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
FDA approves neffy nasal spray as alternative to EpiPen
Neffy is the first needle-free alternative to shots like EpiPen.