Lifestyle
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Archdiocese announces plans to close St. Hubert School in Hoffman EstatesJan 23, 2026 4:02 pm - The Archdiocese of Chicago Office of Catholic Schools Thursday announced its intention to close the 65-year-old St. Hubert Catholic School in Hoffman Estates at the end of this school year.
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Glen Ellyn man to run ‘mind-boggling’ World Marathon Challenge in honor of his late fatherJan 23, 2026 12:00 pm - Lincoln Bode of Glen Ellyn is set to embark upon the 777 World Marathon Challenge, which he’s doing in honor of his late father and as a fundraiser for The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
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Video games may be a good way to get a cognitive boost
Jan 23, 2026 10:06 am - Far from rotting our brains, video games may improve our cognition. But how we play them matters when it comes to the benefits they provide. Studies have shown that, in some circumstances, playing video games can help slow brain aging.
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Does ginger really ease nausea?
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Food companies target users of weight-loss drugs with ‘GLP-1 Friendly’ labels
Jan 23, 2026 10:02 am - Meals and snacks with “GLP-1 Friendly” labels on the packaging are becoming more common in U.S. supermarkets as a growing number of Americans try obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound to lose weight.
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New diet guidelines say to double up on protein, but nutrition experts are wary
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Bonnie Lane: Why don’t more employers offer ‘mental health days’?Jan 23, 2026 9:59 am - You hear a lot of discussion these days about “self-care,” being mindful of our physical, mental and emotional health with healthy eating, exercise, sleep and recreation. How do we achieve balance in the workplace? Are our employers recognizing the need to provide mental health days?
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Children’s health: Tips for successful potty trainingJan 23, 2026 9:59 am - Whether you’re potty training your first child or fifth, each time comes with its own set of challenges. The countless resources and advice out there can feel overwhelming, and sometimes even conflicting. Here are tips to help.
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Ask the doctors: What is the best treatment for narrow arteries?Jan 23, 2026 9:57 am - Popliteal artery stenosis is a form of peripheral artery disease, or PAD. This is a fairly common condition, where the arteries in the legs, arms or pelvic area get narrower. A semaglutide medication like Wegovy may help ease symptoms.
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‘It would mean everything’: Riverwoods animal shelter starts public fundraiser for rebuildJan 22, 2026 2:26 pm - Riverwoods-based pet shelter Orphans of the Storm is embarking on a $2.3 million fundraising campaign to help cover a $15 million renovation of the facility.