Lifestyle
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Conant band member heading to Macy’s paradeNov 23, 2024 4:21 pm - Emily Griffis, a junior at James B. Conant High School in Hoffman Estates, will march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as part of the Great American Marching Band.
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Chicago-area charity distributes more than 5,000 turkeys to families in need ahead of ThanksgivingNov 23, 2024 4:18 pm - More than 5,000 turkeys are being distributed this weekend to families in need by the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago’s service committee, Zakat Chicago, during its annual “Feasting with Dignity” Turkey Drive.
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Who’s coming up short on sleep? New research reveals a large-scale lookNov 23, 2024 10:00 am - Most adults don’t get enough sleep, which is worrisome because that can elevate the risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, depression and other health conditions.
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Aging spurts stem from molecular changesNov 23, 2024 9:58 am - Instead of aging gradually at a steady pace over time, our bodies undergo two periods in which significant changes that take place at the molecular level add up to a sudden acceleration in aging, research suggests.
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First-aid guidelines expanded to include opioid overdoses, seizures, other emergenciesNov 23, 2024 9:54 am - First-aid guidelines for bystanders and emergency responders have been updated to include recommendations for managing opioid overdoses, open chest wounds and other emergencies.
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Tips for families to enjoy the winter holidaysNov 23, 2024 9:54 am - For many, the holiday season also means unmanageable stress. Between busy schedules, extra spending on gifts and travel plans, families may find the season difficult. Here are some tips on how to help your family navigate the demands of the holidays.
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Grief & healing: Almost ThanksgivingNov 23, 2024 6:00 am - Ambivalence can surround holidays after one’s life has completely changed, and it’s not like it used to be in years past.
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Elgin Deanery Council of Catholic Women installs new officersNov 22, 2024 5:49 pm - The Elgin Deanery Council of Catholic Women held its annual Pre-Advent evening of prayer at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in West Dundee on Nov. 19.
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DuPage United rallies faith leaders and elected officials at packed Action AssemblyNov 22, 2024 1:23 pm - On Sunday, Nov. 17, community leaders and elected officials packed Trinity Episcopal Church in Wheaton for DuPage United’s annual Action Assembly. The gathering was t...
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Four Geneva churches to join in Thanksgiving worship Nov. 24Nov 22, 2024 10:37 am - Fox Valley Presbyterian Church will host an annual joint Thanksgiving worship by four Geneva churches at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24.