Cancer Conference Focuses On Patients' Emotional Needs
A national cancer conference is underway in Chicago, focusing not on medical issues but, on patients' emotional and support needs.
A national cancer conference is underway in Chicago, focusing not on medical issues but, on patients' emotional and support needs.
Mammograms are life-saving tests a lot of women put off because they're intimidated. But hospitals are finding new ways to make them more appealing – they're called mammogram parties. CBS 2's Pamela Jones reports.
Someone you care about may be struggling with cancer and perhaps that person could use some help around the house.
For many women with cancer, losing their hair can be traumatic.
African American women in the south suburbs are 300 percent more likely to die from breast cancer than white women in the same area. It's a number that has left long time doctors and researchers stunned.
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Hundreds of scantily-clad people took part in a 5K run outside Soldier Field last night to raise money for "Bright Pink," which empowers young women to educate themselves about ovarian and breast cancer.
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When 35-year-old stand-up comedian Steve Mazan learned he was dying of cancer, he decided to dedicate the rest of his life to living his dream – performing on The Late Show with David Letterman.
Oncologists from around the country are in Chicago for a five-day conference, noting improvements in the treatment of melanoma.
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Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew was diagnosed with esophageal cancer back in December. On Friday, he announced that has settled in for the final days of his life saddening friends and fans of the former Minnesota Twin.
Maggie Daley had been hospitalized last week for flu-like symptoms unrelated to her battle with breast cancer.
Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley is back in the hospital Monday morning, following another health setback.
Chicago's first lady spent one day in the hospital for flu-like symptoms late this week, after spending a more substantial amount of time at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for her latest surgery.
Chicago's first lady was admitted to Northwestern Hospital Thursday morning with nausea and dehydration, the mayor's press office said.
Chicago's First Lady Maggie Daley is back home after a 10-day stay in the hospital that included surgery.
Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley is expected to stay in the hospital for a few more days, after surgery to replace a metal rod in her leg.
"Pay attention in the red flags, because there's always red flags," said Enidt Martinez.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
Visitation for Starks is set for Tuesday, followed by a funeral service on Wednesday.
The male driver was cited for distracted driving.
All the victims were taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County, police said.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde repeatedly accused each other of lying during an often testy and confrontational debate.
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Voters in the 9th Precinct of the 47th Ward in Chicago are being asked if a liquor ban in place for 117 years should continue.
O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.
The judge overseeing President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case released more evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith on Friday.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
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The denser the breast, the harder it is to detect breast cancer with a mammogram alone.
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Only people who had contact with a bat have reason to be concerned. A bat flying overhead cannot give anyone rabies.
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Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
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Flames broke out just before noon this past Thursday at the Target at 7000 Mannheim Rd. next to the Allstate Arena.
Visitation for Starks is set for Tuesday, followed by a funeral service on Wednesday.
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Vice President Kamala Harris spent her 60th birthday campaigning in Georgia, while former President Donald Trump got behind the scenes at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania Sunday.
All the victims were taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County, police said.
A police source said a pursuit was underway before the boys – ages 14 and 15 – crashed their car into the front of a store near 75th and Vincennes just after midnight.
"Pay attention in the red flags, because there's always red flags," said Enidt Martinez.
No one was injured in the shooting, and the off-duty Chicago police officer did not return fire.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
"Pay attention in the red flags, because there's always red flags," said Enidt Martinez.
O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.
After learning someone tried to kill him when he was just hours old, he used DNA testing kits hoping to get offenders arrested.
Fioretti is a well-known figure in Chicago politics, but not necessarily on the Republican ticket.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
JJ Peterka scored his fourth goal in three games and assisted on a goal by Tage Thompson to lead the Buffalo Sabres past the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2.
Luke Altmyer threw for a touchdown and ran for another, leading No. 22 Illinois to a 21-7 victory over No. 24 Michigan.
Tawee Walker ran for 126 yards in another big performance, Braedyn Locke threw for a touchdown and ran for a score, and Wisconsin beat Northwestern 23-3.
The O.W.L.S. program has been around for over a decade, bringing the sport to underserved communities in Chicago
Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI, gun possession and other charges in Franklin, Tennessee on Thursday evening, an official confirmed to CBS News.
The male driver was cited for distracted driving.
All the victims were taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County, police said.
In one incident, the suspects forced a victim into a car and drove them to an ATM, forcing the victim to take out cash.
The three suspects approached the victim on board a train at the 47th Street station, displayed a knife, maced the victim, and tried to take their belongings.
No one was injured in the shooting, and the off-duty Chicago police officer did not return fire.