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Family Helping Fund Research For Rare Disease That Struck Son, Daughter
They start out growing up like any other child, until a seizure strikes. It’s the first sign of a deadly, rare brain disease that robs children of their abilities before taking their lives. This weekend, you can help a Downers Grove family try to find a cure for Batten Disease.
Research Suggests Scan Could Find Concussion Trauma In Living Patients
It’s a breakthrough that could help save the lives of athletes who play contact sports. Research conducted partially in Chicago has found a way to diagnose a devastating brain disease for the first time, while the athlete is still alive.
Someone You Should Know: Cancer Survivor, Fundraiser Bob Lee
Bob Lee of Barrington is giving back to cancer research and other causes. CBS 2′s Harry Porterfield reports.
Cancer-Sniffing Dogs Could Save Lives Of Women, Researchers Say
They’re not just great companions. Man’s best friend may also be a secret weapon in the fight against cancer. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.
Recent Breast Cancer Study Giving New Hope To Doctors, Patients
A recent breakthrough could change the way doctors treat breast cancer.
Gacy Probe Helps Solve Unrelated Case Of Missing Peoria Man
Cook County Sheriff’s investigators trying to identify victims of serial killer John Wayne Gacy have solved the unrelated case of a missing man from Peoria, whose body was found on a mountainside in Utah two years ago.
Redheads Are Tougher Than The Rest Of Us, Research Finds
Blondes, they say, have more fun, but redheads, it seems, are tougher.
Northwestern Researching Possible Solution For Peanut Allergies
Nut or peanut allergies can be life threatening. Now, research from Northwestern University is offering hope for the nearly 2 million people nationwide who suffer from this type of allergy.
Local Banker To Swim English Channel For ALS Research
BARRINGTON, Ill. (WBBM) – A 53-year-old investment banker has been packing in the ice cream to keep up his weight for an English Channel swim later this month in honor of his late father. Doug […]
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