Health and Fitness
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‘Perfect time’ to escape sharing Thanksgiving with flu — Cook public health offers free vaccine clinicsNov 13, 2026 2:52 pm - Eligible Cook County residents seeking to offset a bout with flu over the holidays can take advantages of a vaccination clinic in Arlington Heights Saturday.
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Be aware of new legislation for e-bikes, micromobility and moreNov 12, 2026 9:19 am - Along for the Ride columnist Ralph Banasiak reviews some new e-bike legislation, planning for the Klein Road Trail in Wayne Township and more.
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Did you wear the uniform? Be sure to tell your doctorNov 10, 2026 11:06 am - If you’re a veteran and your health care provider doesn’t ask you if you served in the military, you should volunteer the information because military service can affect what health risks you may be facing.
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: What to know about complex heart valve surgeryNov 08, 2026 9:42 am - Q: My dad’s cardiologist told him he may need complex heart valve surgery. What makes heart valve surgery “complex,” and how do doctors decide whether a valve should be repaired or replaced?
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Plan to build new Lurie children’s hospital in Downers Grove approved by state board
Nov 05, 2026 12:32 pm - Lurie Children’s Hospital may move forward with building a new, highly anticipated children’s hospital in Downers Grove, after a state board voted to approve Lurie’s plan for the facility Thursday.
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Children’s health: Best practices for families and kids this flu seasonNov 04, 2026 3:27 pm - With the holiday season upon us, calendars are filling up with gatherings, travel and celebration. However, this time of year also brings a rise in illnesses like influenza, RSV, COVID-19 and the common cold. Depending on the symptoms, deciding what to do next can be stressful.
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Go wild. Stay smart. A dozen ways to enjoy a safe day at the forest preserves.Nov 02, 2026 3:34 pm - Every adventure in the Lake County Forest Preserves begins with a single step, but the best ones begin with a little preparation. Whether you’re exploring a woodland trail, paddling down the river or enjoying a picnic, a few smart habits can help ensure your visit is safe, relaxing and memorable.
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How to save a life: Advocates work to prevent rail suicides amid increaseNov 01, 2026 2:36 pm - Seventeen individuals took their own lives along the tracks statewide in 2025, compared to nine in 2024. The 2025 tally, however, is less than the 10-year average of about 21 people.
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Loyola Medicine plans for 2 new buildings, at cost of $426 million, as part of larger effort
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Harper College nursing instructor gives a stranger a second chance through bone marrow donationOct 30, 2026 1:10 pm - When Harper College Nursing Instructor Alessandra McNamara received a message in January saying she might be a bone marrow match for someone in need, she barely remembered joining the registry a decade earlier.
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