Lifestyle
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Daily Herald, Robert R. McCormick Foundation kick off Neighbors in Need campaignNov 03, 2025 12:12 pm - The Daily Herald and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation commence their fifth annual Neighbors in Need fundraising campaign to assist residents of the suburbs facing hunger, homelessness and insufficient health care.
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Fall fireworks: Tree colors are popping around the suburbsNov 03, 2025 9:10 am - The fall color season is upon us, and it’s really popping.
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A Glen Ellyn wonderland: Main Street boutique delivers ‘love, whimsy and wishes’Nov 01, 2025 1:23 pm - When it comes to selecting merchandise for his boutique in downtown Glen Ellyn, Michael Perich has one rule. “If I do not love it in its entirety, it’s not here,” said Pe...
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As more suburban schools switch to artificial turf, injury debate carries onNov 01, 2025 12:00 pm - As more and more synthetic turf fields are installed at suburban high school athletic fields, questions remain about whether they leave athletes more susceptible to injury.
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3 science-backed ways to avoid a knee replacement
Oct 31, 2025 9:49 am - Every year, more than 700,000 Americans undergo knee replacement surgery. And researchers expect the procedure will only become more common as people strive for an active, pain-free life as they age. But there are ways to build healthy, strong knees that power you through workouts.
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Dementia is stealing her memories. But not her voice.
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During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest
Oct 31, 2025 9:45 am - Forget colorful leaves. Any caregiver knows that the real signs of fall are kids with coughs, sneezes and sniffles.
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Ask the doctors: Urine culture necessary to identify bacteria causing UTIOct 31, 2025 9:44 am - A UTI is a urinary tract infection caused by bacteria getting into the urinary system and colonizing. To prescribe an antibiotic that will work, doctors must first identify the specific bacteria causing the infection with a urine test.
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Children’s health: How to manage your child’s food allergy this holiday seasonOct 31, 2025 9:43 am - As you celebrate this season, food is likely a major component of your gatherings. Between holiday parties and school festivities, food and treats are all around, which can be extremely difficult for parents of children with food allergies to navigate.
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Patient advocate: The closest ER might not be the best choiceOct 31, 2025 9:42 am - After a traumatic event, such as a fall resulting in an injury, going to the right trauma center makes a difference. Understanding how trauma centers differ will give you the tools to ask questions about your treatment and advocate for a transfer, if necessary.