Some technology goes unnoticed until you need it. That includes hearing loops, which make a big difference to people with…
By Katie Scarlett BrandtAn award-winning journalist, Katie has written for Chicago Health since 2016 and currently serves as Editor-in-Chief. katiehappens.com
We asked readers to share on social media and in our weekly newsletter the most important thing they do for…
Doctors helping local patients and teaching local doctors in Nepal When a medical team from the U.S. planned a visit…
Three hospital chaplains share their thoughts on gun violence Hospital chaplains play a pivotal role in providing care, comfort, and…
At first glance, mystery novels and books about medicine may seem like two vastly different genres, but in fact they…
Not Everyone, and Not Well Enough The numbers don’t lie, but they do reveal an ugly truth: There are major…
For years, many Black patients have mistrusted doctors and the healthcare system. How are physicians rebuilding that trust? While on…
After a tiny lump on his tongue quickly swelled to the size of a golf ball, Chicago singer Hector Nuñez…
Despite all of the modern medical tools at our disposal, some diseases remain mysterious. They’re difficult to diagnose for a…
Patients turn to doctors for answers, but what happens when the answer is wrong? When Jessica Gray was 16, numbness…
Some answers only reveal themselves after a person dies. For those paying attention, the information can change perspectives and save lives.…
When you’re dealing with an illness you can’t figure out or if you visit multiple doctors, a symptom diary is…
In an ideal world, if you notice something wrong with your body, you could immediately get a medical appointment —…
When teens turn 18, they’re legally classified as adults. But with nearly half a million 18-year-olds starting college this year, guardians…
Adults who believe they have mild or moderate hearing loss can now buy over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids without seeing a…
Bodily Autonomy Ordinance This new Chicago law prohibits city departments and agencies from participating in investigations or proceedings related to…
The American Medical Association (AMA) last year noted that most patient care physicians now work outside of physician-owned medical practices.…
Advances in portable medical technology, care reimbursement models, and changing consumer preferences are bringing more healthcare into the home. Modern…
Ever looked in the mirror and thought you wouldn’t mind looking more well-rested, or refreshed? Maybe you’d like to eliminate…
There’s magic in the air in Chicago. Open Heart Magic, a local nonprofit organization, brings interactive bedside magic to children…
By Megy KarydesMegy Karydes’ specialties include health, food, architecture and social justice. She’s an adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University.
While men may be reluctant to see the doctor, they should consider these important preventive tests How do you think…
When it comes to preventing skin cancer, sunscreen is essential. There are two main types of sunscreen — chemical and…
Friendship is essential for all of us. But during the pandemic, children with intellectual disabilities have needed friends more than…
People in Illinois can now access birth control via a consultation with a trained pharmacist, rather than a prescription from…
Being unable to access menstrual products takes a mental and physical toll on students, says Em Rabelais, PhD, RN, a…
If your child dislikes reading, vision convergence insufficiency could be to blame When a child dislikes reading, parents may brush…
Addressing foot problems in older adults Our feet take a pounding every day. But for many older adults, aging feet…
When it comes to our health, we tend to treat disease instead of warding it off in the first place. …
Chicago groups find creative ways to provide fresh food and build healthy communities On an unseasonably warm December morning, volunteers…
Give your heart a head start by knowing — and reducing — your risks Preventive medical advice sometimes feels like…
Making lifestyle changes now can help stop or reverse the disorder It was a few weeks before Christmas 2019, and…
Initiatives — whether surgery, medication, or diet — help people conquer obesity and improve their health Weight loss is a…
Preventing asthma starts by understanding triggers and, perhaps, by changing the way we eat A few months ago, I discovered…
Now, more medications treat opioid use disorder Drug-related deaths hit an all-time high in the United States recently, with most…
Cervical cancer in Chicago occurs 39% more often and has a 60% higher death rate than the national average, according…
Everyone knows that brushing your teeth prevents cavities and tooth decay. But many people don’t realize dental care is an…
Genetic testing for everything from rare disorders to common cancers empowers people to make informed medical decisions — possibly preventing…
Covid-19 has forever changed how clinicians deliver quality care. As the healthcare landscape continues to shift, one thing is certain:…
Tired caregivers may not always know where to turn when it comes to supporting a beloved older family member. Respite…
Have you ever found yourself in a dark restaurant, unable to read the menu? Maybe you forgot your glasses. Maybe…
While some brain cells disintegrate moments after we die, others actually grow, report researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago. The findings,…
When patrons at the Sip of Hope Community Coffee Bar order a cup of coffee, they get a signature blend:…
In a tactical maneuver, active-duty Army medical personnel are now embedded at the University of Chicago Medicine. They’re stationed not…
More men are seeking help, but roadblocks to treatment remain Through college, graduate school, and into an active and successful…
With the pandemic and an increase in wine culture, more women are drinking — to excessive levels Women drink. A…
Illinois groups push for medical aid in dying as an option for people with terminal illness When we imagine the…
