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.
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In a setback for Abbott Laboratories, judge allows new trial in case over formula for premature infants
The decision to allow a new trial could have implications for both the companies and families with babies born prematurely.
Five years ago, COVID gripped the world in fear. Now local scientists, doctors warn Trump’s policies are weakening public health.
As the COVID pandemic's five-year anniversary approaches, local scientists and doctors warn Trump administration policies are weakening public health.
Illinois patients, hospitals fear potential Medicaid cuts: ‘I hope people have some kind of compassion’
Illinois patients worry about losing Medicaid coverage, and hospital leaders say cuts could lead to serious limits on care.
Illinois clinic one of first places in the country to offer new device to spinal cord injury patients
Next Steps Chicago is one of the first clinics in the U.S. to offer a new FDA-approved device to treat spinal cord injuries.
Walgreens to be acquired by private-equity firm for $10 billion
The company will continue to operate under the name Walgreens and its headquarters will remain in the Chicago area.
Ascension completes sale of 8 Illinois hospitals to Prime Healthcare for more than $370M
The hospitals are: Holy Family Medical Center in Des Plaines, Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, Saint Joseph Medical Center in...
Walgreens to pay $595 million settlement to virtual care company over COVID-19 testing dispute
Walgreens has agreed to pay a $595 million settlement to Everly Health, dodging a $987 million arbitration award a judge upheld earlier this month.
Heartland Alliance Health staying open, after receiving last-minute funding
Heartland Alliance Health will remain open after annoucing plans to close its clinics in Englewood and Uptown and three food pantries earlier this month. A notice on Heartland's website says:...
AIDS Foundation Chicago sues Trump administration over executive orders involving equity, gender
The AIDS Foundation Chicago and two other nonprofits filed a lawsuit against President Trump and his administration, challenging executive orders related to diversity, equity and gender.