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Chicago’s Facial Bars Democratize Dermatology
By Cindy Kuzma
Frozen-nitrogen, laser light, and breast-milk facials are among the options on offer at the city’s convenience-minded skin care spots. Read more
The World’s Smallest Wearable Device Could Save Your Life
By Teresa Manring
It might be only nine millimeters wide, but the tech inside can help you avoid skin cancer. Read more
Ketamine Clinics Are Helping to Treat Depression
By Christian Belanger
Facilities for this treatment are popping up around Chicago. Here’s what you need to know about the club-drug-turned-therapy. Read more
On Chicago’s West Side, People Die 16 Years Earlier than Downtown
By Nissa Rhee
And it’s not just because of guns. A look at the ugly, concrete effects of racism and poverty on the health of these Chicago residents—and what it will take to give them a fighting chance. Read more
Rush Hospital Wants to Tackle the West Side “Death Gap.” Will It Work?
By Nissa Rhee
The huge health system’s goal to reduce massive health disparities in the city is unprecedented. To succeed, it needs to undo decades of racist policies and disinvestment. Read more
Why Has the Flu Been Bad This Year?
By Mauricio Peña
A virulent strain of the virus, a suboptimal batch of the influenza vaccine, and a relatively cold flu season has made for a perfect storm, experts say. Read more
An Indiana Amish Community Could Hold the Key to Living Longer
By Lauren Williamson
A genetic mutation in the religious community is behind a promising new drug that could help people live a decade longer. Read more
This New Northwestern Health Center Focuses on Women's Sexual Health
By Claire Zulkey
Hot flashes? Pain during sex? Mysterious vaginal issues? See if this first-of-its-kind facility can help. Read more
Eric Whitaker Is Revamping the Youth Program That Got Him into Medicine
By Shia Kapos
The health-care investor and friend of Obama talks about the new Champ program and moving past the Illinois public health department scandal. Read more
As Deadline Looms, Local Groups Make Final Push to Help People Enroll in Health Insurance
By Mauricio Peña
Agencies are scrambling to ensure everyone who wants to be enrolled can do so before Friday's deadline. Read more
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