Health and Fitness
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State Senate advances bill to ban food additives linked to health problems
Apr 19, 2024 11:13 am - The Illinois Senate passed a bill Thursday that would ban four food additives found in common products including candy, soda and baked goods.
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Chief medical officer: Families usually have one, and it’s usually a woman
Apr 19, 2024 6:15 am - Studies suggest women — especially mothers — shoulder an estimated 80% of the family's medical decision-making responsibilities.
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What a care manager is — and isn’tApr 19, 2024 6:00 am - Care management has become an important tool for insurance companies and hospitals as they work to coordinate care and contain costs. What is a care manager?
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What to know about prostate cancer following Francis Collins’ diagnosis
Apr 19, 2024 6:00 am - Here’s what you need to know about prostate cancer, from early symptoms to treatment options.
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Misfits JiuJitsu in St. Charles combines martial arts with mental health help
Apr 16, 2024 5:30 am - Misfits Jiujitsu takes a different approach to martial arts, emphasizing fitness of the mind over toughness on the mat. Owner Brad Edmondson has struggled with mental hea...
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How to find the right gym for you — at the right priceApr 12, 2024 5:31 am - You may be thinking of joining that gym now that warmer days are ahead. To make sure you find the right gym for you, consider these tips.
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Ask the doctors: Damaged nerves delay digestion, causing gastroparesisApr 12, 2024 4:35 am - Treatment of gastroparesis, which can cause belching, gas, bloating, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, heartburn and pain, can include diet changes.
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What parents need to know about climate change and children’s healthApr 12, 2024 4:13 am - When we talk with parents about what's good for their kids, part of our job is connecting the dots between our changing climate and their children’s health.
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Are walking pads worth it? Why I’m never leaving my desk treadmill.Apr 11, 2024 6:15 am - Walking pads may help with mood and stress in the workplace, and some people credit their walking pads with improvements to their health, productivity or happiness.
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Stressed or sad? Four ways to cope with difficult emotions