Could Naked Mole Rats Hold Key Lesson For Heart Attack Treatment?
Naked mole rats are infamous for being ugly little creatures, but they could point the way toward improvements in treatment of heart attack victims.
Chicago Doctor Wants To Develop Clinic For Transgender Children
A doctor at Children’s Memorial Hospital he would like to help develop a clinic for transgender children.
Two Local Residents Part Of Record Kidney Donation Chain
A single good deed helped save the lives of 30 people. Two Chicago area residents are among 60 people who took part in the...
New Efforts Seek To Protect Kids From Concussions
In January 2011, the city of Chicago passed some of the most strict concussion legislation in the country, but it was just the...
Debate Over Yoga Injuries Is Anything But Relaxing
A recent article in the New York Times and a newly released book, “The Science of Yoga,” have sparked intense debate about the...
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The next time you think you’re suffering from a cold or the flu, your real problem might be this mild winter. Seasonal allergies are expected to start earlier this year.
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Whether you drive to work or take the train, the miles and minutes really add up and could impact your health. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.
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The FDA is warning doctors across the country, including a facility in Chicago, about counterfeit vials of the cancer drug Avastin.
Concussions A Risk For Kids In All Types Of Sports
The latest research shows repeated head trauma can cause irreparable brain disease. As CBS 2’s Rob Johnson reports, for parents whose kids are active, this can be extremely troubling, especially when you consider that almost any sport can leave your child with a concussion.
Dietitian: Some Decadent-Looking Foods Are Good For You, In Moderation
What do avocados, nuts and chocolate milk have in common? CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.
Researchers Develop Smart Phone Technology To Sense Depression
Researchers at Northwestern University are developing a smart phone that can sense whether you’re falling victim to depression.
How To Help Your Skin Fend Off The Harshness Of Winter
In winter, low humidity outdoors combined with dry indoor heat robs skin of moisture. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist offers some tips to beat the season.
Schakowsky: Komen Bowed To Political Pressure In Cut To Planned Parenthood
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) is expressing extreme disappointment with the decision by the Susan G. Komen Foundation to stop funding cancer screening provided by Planned Parenthood.
Women Should Be Aware Of Heart-Attack Symptoms
Doctors say many women don’t see a heart attack coming because they have different symptoms than men, and even emergency room physicians can be slow to reach a diagnosis.
