Health and Fitness
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Get out and enjoy friends and family during holidaysDec 10, 2023 5:00 am - Well, we all know it's best to avoid fried foods, but it's hard to avoid a good fish fry - at least once and a while. The best fish fry in the area is right close to me,...
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Endeavor Health Edward Hospital aims to be top choice for cardiac care with new facilityDec 10, 2023 5:00 am - Endeavor Health Edward Hospital's new cardiovascular health institute will make it easier for patients to take care of their heart health needs. The free-standing instit...
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Two babies infected with dangerous bacteria sometimes found in powdered infant formula
Dec 10, 2023 4:30 am - ST. LOUIS — The dangerous bacteria that sparked powdered formula recalls and shortages last year has infected two babies this year, killing a Kentucky child and causing ...
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Elgin cancer patient unfurls 'Bear Down' flag at Chicago Bears gameDec 09, 2023 10:00 pm - Advocate Health Care cancer patient Jason Hamlet was recognized as the Chicago Bears' special guest during the "Bear Down" flag ceremony Dec. 10 before the Bears took on...
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Pediatric cancer survivor from Crystal Lake receives trip of a lifetime from Advocate, BullsDec 09, 2023 10:00 pm - The Chicago Bulls, Advocate Health Care and former Bull Toni Kukoc surprised a pediatric cancer patient from Crystal Lake with and all-expenses paid trip of a lifetime t...
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Even children can be diagnosed with hypertensionDec 09, 2023 5:00 am - Q: My nephew is 12 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension. I was surprised because I didn't realize this could be a problem for kids his age. I don't remember hav...
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Lurie Children's offers free emergency skills training for groupsDec 09, 2023 5:00 am - Learning a lifesaving skill like CPR or bleeding cessation is an impactful action to take to be able to help a friend, a loved one or a peer in need. Every minute counts...
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COVID-19, flu and RSV cases mounting, state health officials sayDec 08, 2023 12:00 am - As the December holidays take off, public health experts advise Illinoisans to be vigilant against COVID-19 with cases rising along with other respiratory diseases. “As ...
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Chicago Pickleball League tournament comes to LincolnshireDec 07, 2023 12:00 am - David Welles isn't just the director of the Chicago Pickleball League. He's a player, too. A former 12-inch softball player in Chicago and Northbrook, Welles' desire for...
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Geneva's Delnor remodels ER to provide 4 rooms for mental health treatment
Dec 06, 2023 12:00 am - Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva renovated four new emergency department rooms to create additional spaces for behavioral health treatments, according to ...