Health and Fitness
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How hospitals can better educate patients and familiesMar 29, 2024 11:07 am - Communication is key to good health outcome. A nonprofit is working to keep patients and family caregivers informed on what to expect and how to best help a hospitalized patient.
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Algonquin patient enjoys VIP experience at Bulls practiceMar 27, 2024 8:15 pm - Advocate Children’s patient Cole Nelson enjoyed an afternoon he will never forget on Tuesday, March 26, as he joined the Chicago Bulls at the Advocate Center for a private practice experience and VIP tour.
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Naperville’s Picklr grand opening draws a crowdMar 27, 2024 11:16 am - The first rule of pickleball: Everyone talks about pickleball. That’s why a steady throng of new and potential customers attended the recent grand opening of The Picklr in Naperville.
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‘A perfect storm’: What’s our protection level against measles amid Chicago outbreak?Mar 24, 2024 8:54 am - Considered to be effectively eliminated across the U.S. in 2000, a measles outbreak in Chicago this month is a wake-up call about how easily things can spiral, experts say. How well protected are Illinoisans against the highly contagious respiratory virus?
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Kate, Princess of Wales, and Prince William ‘extremely moved’ by support since her cancer reveal
Mar 24, 2024 8:19 am - Kate, the Princess of Wales, and her husband, Prince William, are said to be “extremely moved” by the public’s warmth and support following her shocking cancer announcement as tributes continued to pour in Sunday from around the world.
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Grief & healing: Losing romanceMar 23, 2024 6:00 am - We lose many pleasures when our beloved dies. A lot is tied to our daily rituals — a cozy cup of coffee, sharing ideas, listening to favorite music.
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Oprah slams body shaming: ‘Making fun of my weight was a national sport’
Mar 22, 2024 6:15 am - Oprah Winfrey slammed body shaming and called for the acceptance of “all points of view” in a TV special where she touted the new weight-loss medications.
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During spring break, watch out for measlesMar 22, 2024 6:00 am - Measles is making a comeback, and that’s causing concern among health care professionals.
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Study shows isometric exercise can lower blood pressureMar 22, 2024 6:00 am - Untreated, high blood pressure can cause heart damage. Isometric exercises can lower blood pressure.
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It’s not always a breeze: Tips for cycling in spring’s wild windsMar 22, 2024 5:00 am - Battling homeward in near-18 mph March headwinds gave proof to the old saw: “In like a lion, out like a lamb.” At least the lion part.