Health and Fitness
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Gallstones the result of hard bile depositsNov 06, 2022 6:00 am - Q: I had stabs of pain in the upper right side of my abdomen one day, so I did a telehealth session. The nurse said it might be gallstones and to see my doctor if it rep...
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Holiday tips for families with children who have developmental differencesNov 06, 2022 6:00 am - The holiday season is a busy time of year. Daily routines change between time away from school and work, gatherings and traveling. To be sure, holidays may be even more ...
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Cook County launches campaign to boost vaccination ratesNov 06, 2022 12:00 am - With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, along with an expected rise in cases of COVID, seasonal flu and RSV, Cook County is trying to get ahead of the wave by la...
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Are 'duplicates' a sign shopping has become a way to cope?Nov 05, 2022 7:00 am - Shopping when you really don't need anything is dangerous. It not only results in too much stuff and unneeded expense, but it also can result in “duplicates.” This cauti...
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The one with FriendsgivingNov 05, 2022 7:00 am - The TV sitcom "Friends" introduced the idea of "Friendsgiving" way back in 1994 - long before COVID-19 turned us into a national isolation ward. Even though restrictions...
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Fall back this weekend: Is the end in sight for our semi-annual clock ritual?Nov 04, 2022 5:30 am - Early Sunday morning, we'll shift our clocks for the second time this year, now falling back an hour to return to standard time. In the face of ongoing federal legislati...
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Illinois records 235 COVID-19 deaths in October, fewest since JulyNov 04, 2022 1:00 am - Illinois recorded 235 COVID-19 deaths in October, the fewest since July and the fourth-lowest monthly total since the outset of the pandemic in March 2020. Illinois Depa...
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Local breast cancer patient honored at Soldier Field for Real Bears Fans Wear Pink gameNov 02, 2022 11:00 pm - Over a dozen Advocate Health Care breast cancer patients, their family members and care teams from across Illinois were honored Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Real Bears Fans...
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Lombard's Fall Blood Drive honors veterans and memory of former Village President Bill MuellerOct 31, 2022 11:00 pm - The Village of Lombard is hosting its annual fall blood drive on Tuesday, Nov. 15 in honor of Veterans Day. This event also recognizes the former Village President Bill...
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Stroke survivor finds purpose in volunteering for simulation training at Advocate Sherman HospitalOct 31, 2022 11:00 pm - When it comes to stroke, time is brain. But to respond quickly, people and care teams need to know the signs and symptoms of a stroke, sometimes referred to as a "brain ...