Health and Fitness
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Travels with Grandma: How to have a smooth holiday trip with a seniorDec 18, 2022 5:00 am - Taking an older person — whether it's a spouse, parent or grandparent — on a trip could be a good idea. It's an opportunity to spend time together, stimulate their inter...
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'Feeling tired' this time of year is common; you can find balanceDec 18, 2022 4:00 am - I sometimes just get tired. Not sleepy tired, although we all do that. I mean just tired of all the things on the “to do” list. And the appointment list. And even the so...
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How can I decorate for the holidays safely with young children?Dec 17, 2022 5:00 am - Twinkly lights, candles, holiday trees and plants, ornaments and other decorations are a popular part of holiday celebrations. Besides being festive and fun, the decorat...
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Health officials revise tool to track severe obesity in kidsDec 17, 2022 12:00 am - U.S. health officials have revised a tool to track the rising cases of severe obesity among children who were previously off the charts. Updated growth charts released T...
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Some recent biking books that make great holiday gifts for cyclistsDec 16, 2022 5:00 am - Need holiday gift ideas for a cyclist? Maybe you're so busy cycling you missed these recent biking books. Don't let these pass you by. You'll be disappointed if you expe...
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New COVID-19 case averages jump by 9% in a week, hospitalizations up by 6%Dec 16, 2022 12:00 am - Average new daily cases of COVID-19 rose by 9% in a week while hospitalizations increased by 6%, Illinois Department of Public Health data showed Friday. State officials...
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Alcohol consumption spikes during holiday seasonDec 11, 2022 6:00 am - Q: I come from a large family, and we'll have a lot of holiday parties. I want to enjoy myself, but I also want to start the new year feeling healthy. My concern is more...
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Ancient philosophers understood the wisdom of 'one day at a time'Dec 10, 2022 5:00 am - Most have heard the contemporary saying, "one day at a time." And also the ideas about "living in the present" or "being in the moment." These are often invoked in times...
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Children's Tylenol, Motrin scarce as 'tridemic' hits northern Illinois
Dec 09, 2022 12:00 am - Children's Tylenol and Motrin have become harder to find at stores across northern Illinois. But one pediatrician asks parents of small children to buy only what they ne...
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Nearly three quarters of Illinois counties at elevated COVID-19 riskDec 09, 2022 12:00 am - A recent spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations means nearly three quarters of all Illinois counties are at an elevated risk level. The U.S. Centers for Disease Co...