Hospitals Postpone Elective Surgeries To Prepare For Coronavirus

Health care providers are preparing for a potential "surge of critically ill patients" by rescheduling many non-emergency surgeries.

Evanston Cancels Upcoming Public Events, Senior Center Activities

The "State of the City" luncheon, a Robert Crown Center open house and all Levy Senior Center classes are cancelled until further notice,

Evanston Appoints Ike Ogbo As Director Of Health, Human Services

The 11-year veteran of the city's health department has been acting director for more than six months.

Evanston Nursing Home Fined $25,000 Over Failures: IDPH

The Grove didn't notify a doctor of a resident's declining condition — he died after being rushed to the hospital, health officials said.

Family Of Evanston Woman Killed In Hit-And-Run Files Lawsuit

A Highland Park man was negligent when he fatally struck a pedestrian and fled the scene last week in Deerfield, her family's suit alleges.

Rabid Bat Found In Evanston: Health Officials

Making sure your pet is protected can help protect the human population as well.

Nursing Association Seeks Comments About NorthShore

Patients, family members, staff and others can submit confidential comments until Oct. 11.

74-Year Old To Kayak Around Coast Of Crete For Shriner's Hospital

After Bob Danon leaves the art and framing business on the North Shore for a new adventure, he'll take on the coast of Crete for charity.

Unsafe Bacteria Levels Close 4 Evanston Beaches To Swimming

Two beaches in Evanston remain open to swimming with a heat advisory in place through the weekend.

Meals At Home Rebrands As Meals On Wheels Northeastern Illinois

The Evanston-based nonprofit has aligned itself with Meals on Wheels America as part of an operational overhaul.

NorthShore Reveals Agreement To Acquire Swedish Covenant

The north suburban health care group aims to add a fifth hospital, its first in Chicago, to its network by the end of the year.

Simple Tips to Improve Your Balance and Prevent Falls

There are simple things you can do to help maintain your balance and prevent a fall or injuries.

Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat?

Chicago area meetings offer a solution for food addiction

Evanston Doctor Volunteers At Syrian Refugee Camp

A local doctor helped assess the health care needs of more than 950 refugee children on a volunteer trip to camps near the Syrian border.

Brain Damage Suffered At Evanston Hospital Leads To $50M Verdict

A jury found a NorthShore University doctor and nurse acted negligently during the delivery of a baby who suffered severe brain damage.

We 'STEP UP FOR RECOVERY' Together

PEER Services launches fourth annual charity stair climb

Evanston Marks Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month.

Anti-Mosquito Spraying Planned Amid Increased West Nile Risk

Spraying is scheduled for Wednesday night in much of Evanston and parts of Skokie, the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District said.

Physician Insight for Hydration Awareness Month

Parisa Amleshi, MD, says, “On a daily basis, men need about fifteen cups of water and women need about eleven.”

Spraying For Mosquitoes Set For Much Of Evanston

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District plans mosquito control operations across most of town Wednesday night.

West Nile Mosquitoes Found In Evanston, Glencoe And Northfield

Mosquitoes in 8 North Shore communities have tested positive for West Nile virus so far this year, with more spraying planned for Wednesday.

Mosquito Spraying In Evanston Aims To Prevent West Nile Virus

Spraying is scheduled for Evanston south of Central Street starting at 8 p.m. Tuesday.

CPR-AED Awareness: Husband's CPR Saves Wife; AED Saves Student

Most sudden cardiac arrests outside hospitals are fatal. Less than half of people get immediate CPR, which doubles the rate of survival.

Northwestern Student's Death Ruled Suicide By Alcohol, Drugs

20-year-old Kenzie Krogh died from a combination of prescription drugs and drinking, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.

Celebrate National Hot Tea Month at Koi

Steep and Sip an Array of Organic Tea Selections

Resilient Families Panel Targets Ways to Handle Life’s Challenges

A keynote address will be delivered by Cook County Public Health COO Dr. Terry Mason at Northwestern Wednesday.

Get Health Insurance Help At The Library

With open enrollment starting Nov. 1, the EPL will offer a state-certified health insurance navigator on Fridays.

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Evanston Launches File Of LIFE Program

The File of LIFE (Life Saving Information For Emergencies) a plastic pouch containing medical information that goes in residents' freezers.

This 3-D Printed Ovary Might Help Restore Fertility

Northwestern scientists have found the "holy grail of bioengineering for regenerative medicine" in functioning artificial ovaries.

Grant Will Help Erie Family Health Center Expand

Nearly $1 million from NorthShore University Health System will allow the clinic to provide service to more low-income families.

North Shore Hospitals Get Average Grades in Recent Safety Study

Only one hospital in the area received a grade of higher than 'C' on the recent Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades list.

Free Soccer Offered at Robert Crown Park This Summer

Supervised times are offered.

Mosquitoes in Evanston Have West Nile Virus

A batch tested by the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District tested positive this week.

Oncologist at Presence Saint Francis Gives Up License

Ann Kinnealey was accused of dispensing non-approved cancer drugs to patients.

Drug Abuse More Prevalent Among Whites Than African Americans: Study

Among troubled youth, Northwestern study says whites are 30 times more likely to become long-term substance abusers than African-Americans.

Say No to Pop! Evanston Wants You to 'ReThink Your Drink'

"ReThink Your Drink" campaign by city of Evanston, NorthShore university HealthSystem encourages more water, less soda.

Chicago Raises Smoking Age From 18 to 21

Higher taxes on other tobacco products and a ban on smokeless tobacco at baseball games also approved by City Council.

Presence Saint Francis Hospital Nursing Recognized Nationally

The Evanston hospital is one of a select few to have achieved “Magnet” recognition.

Petition Seeks to Add PTSD, Autism to Illinois' Medical Marijuana Program

More than 20,000 are asking the Dept. of Public Health to approve eight new medical conditions.