Health and Fitness
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Are 'duplicates' a sign shopping has become a way to cope?Nov 05, 2022 7:00 am - Shopping when you really don't need anything is dangerous. It not only results in too much stuff and unneeded expense, but it also can result in “duplicates.” This cauti...
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The one with FriendsgivingNov 05, 2022 7:00 am - The TV sitcom "Friends" introduced the idea of "Friendsgiving" way back in 1994 - long before COVID-19 turned us into a national isolation ward. Even though restrictions...
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Fall back this weekend: Is the end in sight for our semi-annual clock ritual?Nov 04, 2022 5:30 am - Early Sunday morning, we'll shift our clocks for the second time this year, now falling back an hour to return to standard time. In the face of ongoing federal legislati...
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Illinois records 235 COVID-19 deaths in October, fewest since JulyNov 04, 2022 1:00 am - Illinois recorded 235 COVID-19 deaths in October, the fewest since July and the fourth-lowest monthly total since the outset of the pandemic in March 2020. Illinois Depa...
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Local breast cancer patient honored at Soldier Field for Real Bears Fans Wear Pink gameNov 02, 2022 11:00 pm - Over a dozen Advocate Health Care breast cancer patients, their family members and care teams from across Illinois were honored Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Real Bears Fans...
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Lombard's Fall Blood Drive honors veterans and memory of former Village President Bill MuellerOct 31, 2022 11:00 pm - The Village of Lombard is hosting its annual fall blood drive on Tuesday, Nov. 15 in honor of Veterans Day. This event also recognizes the former Village President Bill...
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Stroke survivor finds purpose in volunteering for simulation training at Advocate Sherman HospitalOct 31, 2022 11:00 pm - When it comes to stroke, time is brain. But to respond quickly, people and care teams need to know the signs and symptoms of a stroke, sometimes referred to as a "brain ...
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Retired Palatine teacher brings healing power of art to hospitalized teensOct 31, 2022 6:00 am - Shirley Forpe's love for art has led her to some interesting jobs. First as an art teacher at Conant High School in Hoffman Estates, where she was also the department ch...
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Do you know the early signs of diabetes in children?Oct 30, 2022 7:00 am - November is National Diabetes Month, a time for raising awareness of America's diabetes epidemic, especially in our youngest population. According to the American Diabet...
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Finding the right oncologist for your breast cancer journeyOct 30, 2022 6:00 am - When I was diagnosed with stage two triple negative breast cancer in 2017, I was referred to a certain oncologist for my chemotherapy treatment. I asked around and heard...