Health & Fitness
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A mother's tale of her daughter's fight against cancer
Sep 23, 2018 7:30 AM - Each year, more than 15,000 kids and young adults are diagnosed with cancer, Here is one mother's story about her daughter's fight against cancer.
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Consistency and routine are key to moving bedtime earlier
Sep 23, 2018 7:30 AM - One of the biggest challenges of fall for many children -- and parents -- is moving bedtime to an earlier time, to allow for both the start of school and the shorter days. But there are some things you can do to make this transition easier for everyone. -
Learning to deal with a 'tough season' in grief
Sep 22, 2018 7:30 AM - Many people who have lost someone dear experience an annual "tough month," or "tough season." What I do is to simply commemorate these dates and think of happy times the best I can, see a lot of friends, and try to do some nice activities.
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Why a workout buddy or an exercise class keeps you on track
Sep 22, 2018 7:30 AM - Here are five reasons why exercising with at least one other person can mean the difference between success and failure.
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Overdose reversal drug now available throughout Elk Grove
Sep 20, 2018 6:30 PM - The overdose reversal drug Narcan is now available at some 20 public locations in Elk Grove Village -- the signature initiative of the village government's campaign response to the opioid crisis launched earlier this summer. -
11-year-old transplant recipient says new heart "feels different, but in a good way"
Sep 20, 2018 6:12 PM - The Downers Grove girl who received a heart transplant after dancing her way into a meeting with Drake says she's feeling great. -
'Invisible wounds': Arlington Heights man helping veterans with PTSD
Sep 20, 2018 8:20 AM - For Arlington Heights resident Will Beiersdorf, helping veterans began as a personal mission inspired by his own experiences in the military. Now it's become his entire livelihood. -
Harvest Hustle 5K to benefit Geneva Park District Scholarship Fund
Sep 19, 2018 10:18 PM - Run through the prairie of Peck Farm Park at the Geneva Park District's 14th annual Harvest Hustle 5K! This chip-timed race will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22. -
It Looks Like Alzheimer's Disease...But It May Not BeSep 19, 2018 8:41 AM - People who are confused and easily forget things don't necessarily have symptoms similar to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Your memory can be harmed by many other health issues.
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Unsafe conditions force Fox Valley Marathon races to end early
Sep 17, 2018 11:14 PM - The Fox Valley Marathon was shut down about 4 hours and 50 minutes into Sunday's races after organizers determined conditions were too warm and unsafe for runners.
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