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Texas measles outbreak includes multiple cases at a day care in Lubbock

By JAMIE STENGLE
Apr 08, 2025 10:10 am - A day care facility in a Texas county that's part of the measles outbreak has multiple cases, including children too young to be fully vaccinated, public health officials say.
How running laps around the prison yard inspired a Boston Marathon Qualifier

By Christie Lipscomb, Up and Running Again
Apr 07, 2025 5:57 pm - Tom McCall, a military veteran, overcame drug addiction and incarceration with the help of Wayside Cross Ministries and the Up and Running Again nonprofit.
‘I’m alive’: Carol Stream man recalls near-fatal battle with COVID

By Russell Lissau
Apr 06, 2025 9:00 pm - Carol Stream resident Chuck Drungelo was given a less than 10% chance to survive as he battled COVID-19 in April 2020, at one point spending 19 days medically paralyzed and on artificial life support. Some effects of the illness continue to linger five years later, but “I’m alive,” he said.
Shingles is awful, but here’s another reason to get vaccinated: It may fight dementia

By LAURAN NEERGAARD
Apr 04, 2025 2:54 am - A vaccine to fight dementia? It turns out there may already be one – shots that prevent painful shingles also appear to protect aging brains. The research is part of growing understanding about what influences brain health as we age — and what we can do about it.
What the science says about multivitamins, magnesium and 7 other supplements

By Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Apr 04, 2025 1:36 am - In many cases, the claims behind supplements aren’t backed by strong data. Here are nine popular supplements, and what science says about them.
‘Short bursts’ of stair climbing may improve leg strength in older adults

By Teddy Amenabar
Apr 04, 2025 1:17 am - Climbing stairs as fast as possible could be an effective way for older adults to strengthen their legs, a study suggests. You may need to build strength before ramping up the speed, but study results show a gym isn’t necessary to build strength and functionality.
How to make your seasonal allergies a little less miserable

By Teddy Amenabar
Apr 04, 2025 12:44 am - You know you have seasonal allergies but until that first sneeze of spring, you might not be thinking about them. One allergist says you should get ahead it and take your allergy medicine before symptoms appear. What else can you do to make pollen season less miserable?
Aquatic PT can benefit joint replacement patients

By Drs. Eve Glazier and Elizabeth Ko
Apr 04, 2025 12:23 am - Aquatic physical therapy can help heal and strengthen the body after surgery or injury, much the same way regular physical therapy can, with some added benefits.
Is your high school senior ready to go away to college?

By Bonnie Lane
Apr 03, 2025 10:54 pm - Going away to college isn't always the next best step for every high school senior. How to tell if your child is ready for that transition, or could benefit from a gap year or a close-to-home alternative.
8 essential reminders for parenting a child with autism

By Ascension Illinois
Apr 03, 2025 10:28 pm - When a child gets diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, parents can easily get overwhelmed by questions and concerns. Ascension Illinois autism expert Dr. Shubhrajan Wadyal shares some do’s and don’ts to help guide you along the journey.

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