Health and Fitness
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How energy drinks can affect kids’ mental, physical healthMay 23, 2024 4:00 pm - Energy drinks can cause cardiac issues and can actually produce the opposite effect of “giving energy.”
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Daily marijuana use outpaces daily drinking in the U.S., a new study says
May 22, 2024 9:20 am - Daily and near-daily marijuana use is now more common than similar levels of drinking in the U.S., according to an analysis of national survey data over four decades.
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The sweet return of Stan’s Donut 5K, 10k and Kids DashMay 21, 2024 1:26 pm - The Stan’s Donut 5K and Kids Dash — now in its eighth year — returns to Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday, July 27.
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US pediatricians reverse decades-old advice against HIV-positive mothers breastfeeding
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From homers to healing: Ex-Sox slugger Soderholm helping people through Willowbrook wellness centerMay 18, 2024 3:13 pm - Forty-seven years ago, Eric Soderholm was one of the South Side Hitmen, bashing home runs and thrilling fans as a third baseman for the pennant-chasing Chicago White Sox. Now he co-owns the SoderWorld Wellness Center & Academy, a Willowbrook facility offering yoga classes, massages from licensed therapists, meditation, workshops and more.
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Grief & healing: Having a sister is a wonderful supportMay 18, 2024 6:15 am - Having a sister or brother is a blessing and wonderful support that helps a lot in coping with and managing grief.
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If you’ve tried meditating but can’t sit still, here’s how — and why — to try again
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Ask the doctors: Working the night shift comes with many strugglesMay 17, 2024 2:00 pm - Night-shift workers may face more health struggles than 9-to-5-ers.
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Accessing mental health services is the biggest barrier in our communityMay 17, 2024 2:00 pm - Finding help for a person or family in need of mental health care is crucial.
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Running or hiking solo? 9 ways to stay safer while exercising alone.
May 17, 2024 2:00 pm - People who run or hike alone do face dangers, either from a fall or health episode, or the unknown actions of another. But fitness experts say the risks can be managed with preparation.