Health & Fitness
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Elmhurst salon owner helps cancer patients through hair loss
Dec 3, 2018 6:00 AM - Chrysalis Custom Hair, a wig salon in Elmhurst, works exclusively with women who have cancer. -
Are you at risk of these common holiday hazards?
Dec 2, 2018 7:30 AM - The holidays bring lots of frolic and fun, but also the potential for illness and injury. Follow these tips to help keep your family safe. -
'Recovery-friendly' workplaces welcome those with imperfect records
Dec 2, 2018 1:09 AM - 'Recovery-friendly' workplaces are willing to overlook employment gaps and some brushes with police that accompany drug use. They encourage open discussion of addiction in the workplace and treat substance abuse and relapse as medical issues -- a time for the company to support, not abandon, the employee.
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Buffalo Grove mom turns grief into passion for anti-opioid cause
Dec 1, 2018 6:56 PM - A cause emerged out of an untimely death for a Buffalo Grove woman recognized as a hero for her efforts against the opioid epidemic. -
Grief changes over time
Dec 1, 2018 7:30 AM - There is a saying, "Time heals." This is true about the flu, scratches, cuts, the common cold, and many other physical ailments. But It's not really true for grief, especially long-term grief. However, I have found that grief does change over time.
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Myofascial massage may help with recovery after breast cancer surgery
Dec 1, 2018 7:30 AM - Common complications of breast surgery include the pain and restricted range of motion. A recent medical study demonstrated that myofascial massage was able to significantly reduce the pain and disability associated with breast cancer surgery. -
South Elgin chiropractor's invention combats bad posture
Nov 30, 2018 2:10 PM - As we spend more time on our electronic devices, we're becoming a nation of crooked people with bent-over posture that can lead to an array of health problems. -
Elgin art show features work of clients with mental illness
Nov 30, 2018 10:18 AM - About 20 artists who are clients of Ecker Center for Mental Health in Elgin will participate in an art show and sale Dec. 1 to Dec. 13 in the gallery of Elgin Artspace Lofts, 51 South Spring St. in downtown Elgin. All pieces will be available for sale. -
National Influenza Vaccination Week is Dec. 2-8
Nov 29, 2018 5:04 PM - National Influenza Vaccination Week, observed annually Dec. 2-8, serves as a reminder that it is not too late to get the flu shot. While it's impossible to predict how severe this flu season will be, when influenza activity will spike, or what flu strains will trend, the flu shot remains the best protection against influenza. -
Helping kids with sensory issues enjoy holiday outings
Nov 29, 2018 6:21 AM - Children who have autism and sensory issues are usually happiest with predictable routines and familiar places. So, this time of year with blinking Christmas lights, sparkling decorations, loud music and holiday outings can be especially hard for them. Luckily, there are many things parents can do to make holiday outings easier and more fun.
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