The Chicago Department of Public Health is advising residents to check their measles vaccination status, amid outbreaks in other parts of the U.S.
Chicago health department advises residents to check measles vaccination status
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Would you let a robot draw your blood? Northwestern among health systems trying new device
The device has the potential to make blood draws more efficient, while helping health systems deal with a shortage of phlebotomists.
Environmental advocates react to more EPA cuts, Braun executive orders
Actions from EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun will have negative environmental impacts statewide, advocates said.
Dr. Mehmet Oz makes his pitch to oversee America’s health insurance programs
Leading the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services presents a “monumental opportunity” to make the country healthier, Dr. Mehmet Oz told senators Friday at his confirmation hearing.
Measles cases are still rising. Here’s what to know about the contagious virus, including symptoms and boosters.
Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It is preventable through vaccines, and has been considered eliminated from the U.S. since 2000.
Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant
Vaccines could be a key means of suppressing bird flu and avoiding the slaughter of millions of chickens, which is blamed for egg prices averaging nearly $6 a dozen.
Measles cases are still rising in Texas. Here’s what you should know about the contagious virus
Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It is preventable through vaccines, and has been considered eliminated from the U.S. since 2000.
Residents pack Highland town hall to ask about property taxes, public schools and healthcare bills
Property taxes, public schools, and healthcare were among the topics constituents questioned three area legislators about during a packed town hall meeting Saturday in Highland.
Top US health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees
Most of the 80,000 federal workers responsible for researching diseases, inspecting food and administering Medicare and Medicaid under the auspices of the Health and Human Services Department were emailed an offer to leave their job for as much as a $25,000 payment as part of President Donald Trump’s government cuts.
Magic University graduates appear at hospitals to cheer up, empower sick kids
Volunteers with Open Heart Magic have been entertaining young patients through bedside magic at 12 children’s hospitals for 20 years.