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COVID-19 vaccine approved in August targets new variants

By Drs. Eve Glazier and Elizabeth Ko
Sep 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.
At-home Pap smear on horizon

By Drs. Eve Glazier and Elizabeth Ko
Sep 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.
Vernon Township hosts Mental Health Fair Sept. 21

Submitted by Vicarious Public Relations
Sep 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.
Roselle Lions offer tips on spotting vision problems in children

Submitted by Roselle Lions Club
Sep 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.
Glenview Sunrise Rotary Club presents a fun-filled day of fitness

Submitted by Rotary Club of Glenview Sunrise
Sep 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.
Human case of West Nile virus reported in McHenry County

Shaw Local News Network
Sep 08, 2024 10:44 am - Health officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in McHenry County.
Doing lunges while brushing your teeth, and other ways to stack healthy habits

By ALBERT STUMM
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.
Damage more than skin deep: Young girls are using anti-aging products they see on social media

By JOCELYN GECKER
Sep 08, 2024 8:34 am - Preteen girls around the country throng beauty stores to buy high-end skin care products. Girls as young as 8 are turning up at dermatologists’ offices with rashes, chemical burns and other allergic reactions to products not intended for children’s sensitive skin.
Grief & healing: Rituals change but have funerals lost a personal touch?

By Susan Anderson-Khleif
Sep 07, 2024 7:00 am - Recently a friend mentioned that she went to a funeral, but there was no lunch and not even a reception afterward. So she just went home. People always used to attend a wake or visitation, stay for the funeral, followed by a luncheon. So I started wondering. What’s going on?
1 in 7 kids in US may have blood pressure that’s higher than normal

By Laura Williamson
Sep 06, 2024 7:00 pm - About 14% of children and teens in the U.S. either have high blood pressure or are headed toward it, according to preliminary new research that suggests a need for greater prevention efforts earlier in life.

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