Health and Fitness
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Compartment syndrome refers to pressure buildup in musclesNov 11, 2023 9:00 am - Q: What is compartment syndrome, and how does it happen? I developed this following an embolism from hip replacement surgery. I had eight days on wound vacuum-assisted c...
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The family home can hold memories that last a lifetimeNov 11, 2023 8:00 am - For many of us, our old childhood homes mean a lot. Whether a house, an apartment, or a lake cabin. Especially if it was a happy home life. There are lots of family lake...
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Celebrities give a boost to more menopause discussionsNov 11, 2023 6:00 am - Pop culture depictions of puberty are common. TV, movies, books and music all frequently showcase the tumult of tweens coming of age. Until recently, the same could not ...
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Practice kindness during the holidaysNov 11, 2023 5:00 am - The longer the 21st century goes on, the more it seems we need to show kindness, to ourselves and others. That may seem Pollyanna-ish given the miseries people are exper...
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Obesity drug Wegovy cut risk of serious heart problems by 20%, study finds
Nov 11, 2023 12:00 am - The popular weight-loss drug Wegovy reduced the risk of serious heart problems by 20% in a large, international study that experts say could change the way doctors treat...
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York High Interact Club members are sewing their hearts out for breast cancer awarenessNov 09, 2023 10:00 pm - The York High School Interact Club, a division of Rotary, is doing their part to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 2022, club members set out on a mission to la...
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Good Samaritan cancer survivor unfurls 'Bear Down' flag at Bears gameNov 09, 2023 10:00 pm - Advocate Health Care breast cancer patient Erica Swanson was recognized as the Chicago Bears' special guest during the "Bear Down" flag ceremony last evening before the ...
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Things to do Nov. 10-16: Veterans Day events, Lightscape, turkey trots and moreNov 08, 2023 5:00 am - Starts before Friday Fall Flower Show: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Nov. 26 at Wilder Park Conservatory, Church Street and Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst. A seasonal d...
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Syphilis cases surge in pregnant women and infants in IllinoisNov 08, 2023 4:30 am - Public health experts are warning about an "alarming" increase in congenital syphilis cases across the state and the impact on pregnant women and infants. Cases of infan...
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Winfield nurse honored as National Magnet Nurse of the YearNov 06, 2023 10:00 pm - For more than 40 years, Kathy Trimble of Winfield has been dedicated to the most vulnerable patients - children with complex care needs. In recognition of her contributi...