Health & Fitness
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No maskless free-for-all yet: Here's where precautions remain in place in the suburbs
May 14, 2021 10:15 PM - Numerous entities -- from pharmacies to schools, cinemas and religious organizations -- said Friday they will continue to require face masks to prevent spread of COVID-19 in the short term, despite the federal government relaxing rules for fully vaccinated Americans. That cautious approach comes amid two days of churn and some confusion. -
Ride of Silence to honor cyclists injured or killed by motorists
May 14, 2021 11:15 AM - On May 19, the Fox Valley Bicycle and Ski Club will participate in the international Ride of Silence to honor bicyclists killed/injured by motorists, promote sharing the road and provide awareness of bicycling safety.
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Rides of Silence May 19 honors cyclists who have been killed or injured while riding
May 14, 2021 6:00 AM - On May 19, many suburban cyclists plan a Ride of Silence, in-person or virtual, to commemorate those who have been killed or injured while cycling. -
'Get vaccinated -- or wear a mask until you do': Vaccinated can largely ditch masks, CDC says
May 14, 2021 8:50 AM - In a major step toward returning to pre-pandemic life, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people on Thursday, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
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Six Flags donates 50,000 free tickets to encourage youths to get vaccines
May 14, 2021 6:28 AM - Six Flags Great America is offering 50,000 free tickets to anyone getting vaccinated as part of a partnership with Illinois intended to spur vaccinations among younger teenagers, who were authorized this week to receive the Pfizer/BioNTech version of the COVID-19 vaccine. -
'Kind of nervous but excited': Elgin girl the first 12-year-old vaccinated at Sherman Hospital
May 14, 2021 6:27 AM - Geneva Dadabo of Elgin on Thursday was the first 12-year-old to get the COVID-19 vaccine at Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin. The hospital had 101 appointments scheduled on the first day that age group was eligible to be vaccinated. -
Got COVID-19 vaccine questions for your 12- to 15-year-olds? We've got answers
May 13, 2021 8:56 AM - The Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children ages 12 to 15. Here's advice from pediatricians on what to expect. -
Pandemic takes particular toll on teenager with autism
May 13, 2021 6:24 AM - Things had been turning around for Andrew, a teenager with epilepsy and autism spectrum disorder. But when the COVID-19 pandemic struck and schools closed, Andrew's mental state swiftly deteriorated, as he thought he had been abandoned. -
Healthy Lombard offers Flat Apple Fitness program for kids this summer
May 12, 2021 11:20 PM - The mission of the Healthy Lombard Foundation is to address the epidemic of childhood obesity and promote a healthier lifestyle. With that mission in mind, Healthy Lombard developed the Flat Apple Fitness program to incentivize kids to stay active during the summer months outside of school. -
Stronger, more resilient: Hospitals respond to pandemic with growth, change
May 12, 2021 2:31 PM - When COVID-19 first emerged, few could have predicted its far reaching and devastating impact or how long the pandemic would last. 2020 and early 2021 tested everyone's resilience, patience and strength, but possibly few were tested more than health care workers and the hospitals in which they serve. After a long, difficult period, local hospitals have emerged with not only greater knowledge of how to treat and manage COVID-19, but also how to continue improving care across all aspects of their systems.
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