Health and Fitness
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North Suburban YMCA Introduces Diabetes Prevention ProgramJan 31, 2019 10:00 pm - The North Suburban YMCA has joined the nationwide YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program by introducing a comprehensive year-long local Diabetes Prevention Program beginning F...
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After 3 emergencies, Schaumburg requiring carbon monoxide alarms in hookah loungesJan 30, 2019 12:00 am - Schaumburg will require alarm systems at all six of the village's hookah lounges that would automatically activate their ventilation systems when carbon monoxide levels ...
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Tyson recalls 18 tons of chicken nuggets because there might be rubber in them
Jan 30, 2019 12:00 am - Tyson Foods is recalling more than 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets that may have been contaminated with rubber, federal officials say. The products were recalled after ...
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ALS panel discussion at Barrington's White HouseJan 30, 2019 12:00 am - World-leading physicians and scientists from the Chicago area will host a panel discussion on the history and recent breakthroughs regarding ALS research as part of a sp...
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Smile Packs bring joy to pediatric cancer patientsJan 28, 2019 10:00 pm - Just a few months before her third birthday, Maddie Kramer was diagnosed with a rare, cancerous tumor on her spinal cord. Her parents, Scott and Pammy Kramer of Chicago...
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Illinois becomes first 'SUNucated' state in 2019Jan 28, 2019 10:00 pm - Illinois has become the 18th state to allow children to possess and apply sunscreen at school, an important step in preventing skin cancer. The legislation known as SUN...
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An addict's tale: After years of substance abuse, patient finds a way to sobrietyJan 27, 2019 6:30 am - Editor's note: The Daily Herald is identifying Jon P. only by his first name in order to protect his privacy. Jon P. was born in the Chicago suburbs and raised in an aff...
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Help kids be more physically active with these simple tipsJan 27, 2019 6:30 am - We often think of not having enough time to exercise as an adult problem, but new research shows that children are affected by this issue as well. A recent report from ...
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Finding the right motivation to reach your goalsJan 26, 2019 6:30 am - Who could use a little extra motivation when it comes to your health? Even with the best intentions, the motivation you initially have as you set out to accomplish a go...
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Aetna's Guardian Angel program helps opioid patients get the care they needJan 25, 2019 5:00 am - Sue Martin gets on the phone every day, calling her company's health insurance members who recently have been treated for opioid overdose or addiction. "I'm craving a 1...