Health and Fitness
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The death of a father can be devastatingAug 10, 2019 7:30 am - For a person who grew up close to loving parents, the death of your father can be one of the hardest experiences you will face in life. It's in the top four for intense...
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Are some sources of fiber better than others?Aug 10, 2019 7:30 am - It is well-known that dietary fiber can reduce risk of coronary artery disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and a number of other chronic medical conditions. Do all s...
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Five ways to help mitigate stressAug 10, 2019 7:25 am - How well do you handle stress? Some thrive in stressful situations, while others break down. Avoiding unnecessary stress is a smart move, but unfortunately stress is a ...
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Jennie Finch among speakers at second annual Empowering Girls conventionAug 09, 2019 1:00 am - "Free" is tough to beat. Bill Conroy is hoping free admission will balloon attendance at the second annual Empowering Girls for Life Convention on Saturday at the Donald...
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Cook County Health Supports Mothers BreastfeedingAug 08, 2019 11:00 pm - August is National Breastfeeding Month, and Cook County Health wants to encourage women to consider breastfeeding their infants. There are many benefits for both mother ...
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Sign up for Field of Dreams' Run 4 The Rescues 5K Aug. 24 in GenevaAug 07, 2019 11:00 pm - The Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption is seeking runners for its 5K race in August. Run 4 the Rescues will be held Saturday, Aug. 24, in the Gunnar Anderson For...
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Annual Chicago Blackhawks Blood Drive comes to Rosemont Aug. 17Aug 07, 2019 11:00 pm - Hockey season is right around the corner and Vitalant will once again team up with the Chicago Blackhawks to save lives. The annual Chicago Blackhawks Summer Blood Driv...
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UnitedHealthcare of Illinois offers back-to-school health checklistAug 07, 2019 11:00 pm - August marks back-to-school season, an ideal time for parents in Illinois to help improve their children's health. Before schedules become packed with classes, homework ...
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CEO on 6,500-mile charity bike ride stops at 'special spot' in BarringtonAug 07, 2019 1:00 am - Cincinnati business executive Joe Motz made NeuroBalance Center in Barrington a stop Wednesday on his 6,500-mile bicycle trip around the country to raise $650,000 to hel...
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Feet Fest in Palatine to combine family fun with fitnessAug 06, 2019 11:00 pm - Feet Fest in Palatine to combine family fun with fitness