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Barrington youth team for blood drive, bone marrow registryNov 14, 2018 11:09 AM - Although separated by 10 years, Barrington's Carter Bailey and Max Lewis are on a mission to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and the Be the Match Marrow Registry.
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'No pain, no gain' sounds tough, but you may only be hurting yourself
Nov 11, 2018 7:30 AM - Pressing too hard, "pushing through the pain," can lead to injury, illness and exhaustion, doctors warn. Reframing rest as part of training can be helpful.
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Antibiotic Awareness Week: Why you should care about antibiotic overuse
Nov 11, 2018 7:20 AM - As a parent or caregiver, how can you ensure that your child is being prescribed an antibiotic appropriately? Tonya Scardina, pharmacy antimicrobial stewardship coordinator at Lurie Children's Hospital, gives some advice. -
He needs surgery but cannot take the time off
Nov 11, 2018 1:00 AM - My boss has urged me to have the surgery and says, "We'll work something out." How can I get him to give me a more concrete explanation of how exactly we'd work this out?
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Is eating organic food worth the cost?
Nov 10, 2018 7:30 AM - Two recent medical studies have demonstrated that the regular consumption of organically grown food may reduce the incidence of one or more cancers. -
It's not 'just a pet'
Nov 10, 2018 7:45 AM - We know people grieve over their pets. But have you ever heard the phrase "It's just a cat," or "It's just a dog"? That's not true. People get very attached to their pets and there is long-term grief over pets too.
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Why stiffness and soreness could indicate a more serious issue
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Yoga studio opening this weekend in downtown Elgin
Nov 5, 2018 4:43 PM - A brother-and-sister team are opening a yoga studio in downtown Elgin that will offer heated yoga and discounts for first responders, veterans and medical professionals. -
5 steps to quit smoking
Nov 4, 2018 8:30 AM - Get ready to stop smoking for good with these five steps -
How to beat the triggers that make you crave a cigarette
Nov 4, 2018 9:00 AM - November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to consider quitting smoking. Here's ideas on how to address triggers that make you crave a cigarette.
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