Health and Fitness
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FDA approves Apple AirPods as hearing aids
Sep 13, 2024 2:53 am - If you have mild to moderate hearing loss, your AirPods could soon function as hearing aids. The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday it has approved a piece of software that will transform the latest model of Apple’s AirPods Pro earbuds into over-the-counter hearing aids.
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Why was my insurance claim denied?Sep 13, 2024 1:23 am - What do you do if your health insurance denies coverage for a procedure? Here are some tips to help reduce the chance of a denial, and improve the odds of having an appeal approved.
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Doctor answers common questions about newborn screeningSep 13, 2024 12:59 am - With September being Newborn Screening Awareness Month, it’s a good time to remember that newborn screening is an important first step in understanding a potential health condition in a baby.
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COVID-19 vaccine approved in August targets new variantsSep 12, 2024 10:04 pm - The FDA approved an updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccine in August and is now available. The new shots target the newer variants of the omicron strain, which are driving the most recent surge of infections in the U.S.
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At-home Pap smear on horizonSep 12, 2024 9:50 pm - Regular screening for cervical cancer is important, yet some women avoid the test for various reasons. Researchers are working on an at-home screening , which is expected to increase the number of women screened.
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Vernon Township hosts Mental Health Fair Sept. 21Sep 10, 2024 11:02 am - The Vernon Township Community Mental Health Board will be hosting a Mental Health Fair fro, 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Community Service Building, 2900 N. Main St., in Buffalo Grove - and all community members are invited to attend.
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Roselle Lions offer tips on spotting vision problems in childrenSep 09, 2024 12:51 pm - Now that school is in full sessions and kids are back to learning, the Roselle Lions Club and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are reminding parents of the signs of vision problems in their children.
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Glenview Sunrise Rotary Club presents a fun-filled day of fitnessSep 09, 2024 8:50 am - Get ready to lace up the family’s running shoes as Glenview Sunrise Rotary Club proudly announces the Family Fitness Fun Fest.
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Human case of West Nile virus reported in McHenry CountySep 08, 2024 10:44 am - Health officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in McHenry County.
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Doing lunges while brushing your teeth, and other ways to stack healthy habits
Sep 08, 2024 8:35 am - Fitness experts say pairing habits, also called habit stacking, is helpful if you’re trying to increase your time spent exercising.