Health and Fitness
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Outdoor hikes a step toward family fitnessJul 22, 2013 5:05 am - It used to be an expression of disgust: “Take a hike.” But times have changed. Now that phrase can mean you care about someone’s health and want to treat them to an adve...
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Both walking and running offer heart protectionJul 22, 2013 5:00 am - Q. My doctor wants me to start exercising to lower my risk of heart disease. I'm considering walking or running. Is one better than the other for heart health? A. Walkin...
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Jogging-walking regimen can get you ready for 5KJul 22, 2013 5:00 am - WASHINGTON — In three months, you could run a 5K even if you have never run in your life. If you are otherwise healthy, 12 weeks of training is all you need in order to ...
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U.S. blood supply threatened as donors face iron lossesJul 22, 2013 4:48 am - Dennis Gastineau started giving blood regularly when he was in medical school in the 1970s. The $25 he received bought almost enough groceries for a week. Now, it just s...
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Anti-bullying rally benefit in GurneeJul 21, 2013 3:25 pm - An anti-bullying rally to benefit the Global Alopecia Mission will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday, July 22, at Jump America, 880 Lakeside Drive, Gurnee. The event...
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Alexian hospice residence opens in Elk Grove VillageJul 20, 2013 2:09 pm - Many local officials and residents were on hand for the ceremonial opening of Alexian Brothers Health System’s hospice residence in Elk Grove Village Friday afternoon. T...
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Suburban homeless shelters, agencies say need is greater than everJul 20, 2013 8:00 am - Suburban homeless shelters, agencies say need is greater than ever
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Local Pump It Up locations to hold Autism Speaks fundraiser July 24Jul 19, 2013 11:14 am - The children’s entertainment franchise, Pump It Up, is holding a nationwide “Imagination Celebration” fundraiser Wednesday, July 24, for Autism Speaks. From 6 to 8 p.m.,...
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Student meal provider gives insight to Grayslake District 46 boardJul 19, 2013 7:54 am - Healthier and tastier food options are a goal for a company providing breakfast and lunch for students at Grayslake Elementary District 46. School board members receive...
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Down syndrome no barrier to running Sunday’s half-marathonJul 17, 2013 2:23 pm - Team members wearing yellow shirts swarmed the Dick Pond’s Athletics store in Schaumburg last week. They met for their last team practice before Sunday’s Rock ‘n’ Roll h...