Health and Fitness
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The right and wrong way to manage chronic painJun 16, 2018 7:30 am - If you live with severe chronic pain or love someone who does, you know how debilitating it can be. More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain caused by me...
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Brain tumors: Doctor talks about latest treatmentsJun 16, 2018 7:30 am - Northwest Community Healthcare has some of the most advanced technology for removing brain tumors safely and precisely, so we asked Dr. Shaun O'Leary, NCH's medical dire...
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Can geranium extract cut down on duration of a cold?Jun 16, 2018 7:30 am - When I was a young lad one of the advertised goals of medical research was to cure the common cold. However, over the past 50 years there have been no real medical adva...
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First year after a death is intense, challengingJun 16, 2018 7:30 am - The first year after the death of a loved one has lots of special challenges. It's very intense, and one is still in a bit of a fog. It's loaded with practical demands...
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Slowly progressing cataracts may not affect vision at firstJun 16, 2018 7:30 am - Q: I'm 62, and during my routine eye exam yesterday, the doctor said that I am showing the first signs of cataracts. I know that cataracts develop slowly, but she wants ...
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'Is this normal?' Carpal tunnel, hair loss, kidney stones and other pregnancy issues
Jun 16, 2018 7:30 am - Carpal tunnel, hair loss, kidney stones and other issues
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Scientists are still learning how fats are stored and metabolizedJun 14, 2018 11:00 pm - Q: I hate dieting and have been putting off losing these last 12 pounds of baby weight. My husband says I should at least start exercising because it makes your fat heal...
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City of Elgin, Gail Borden join in 'Bike. Walk. Move' June 17-23Jun 13, 2018 11:00 pm - The City of Elgin and Gail Borden Public Library invite residents to join in "Bike. Walk. Move" June 17-23. To learn more, visit www.cityofelgin.org. On Sunday, June 17,...
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Health department offers diabetes prevention class; no-cost CDC approved class offered for the first time in McHenry CountyJun 13, 2018 11:00 pm - The McHenry County Department of Health is offering a no-cost Type II Diabetes Awareness and Prevention program starting in July. A class overview is scheduled for Tuesd...
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VNA Health Care, Fox Valley Park District to host Summer Fiesta June 20Jun 12, 2018 11:00 pm - VNA Health Care and Fox Valley Park District will host a Summer Fiesta from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, at VNA Health Care, 400 N. Highland Ave., Aurora. This...