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Take time to notice what's happening 'behind the scenes'
Oct 23, 2021 6:00 AM - People often deal with grief in silence. They don't talk about it -- not even to friends and family, sometimes as the months and years move along. They are coping and managing on their own, behind the scenes.
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Have a COVID-safe Halloween
Oct 23, 2021 7:00 AM - Here we are. Halloween once again and COVID-19 is still with us. But with decreasing cases in the area, Halloween doesn't have to be quite so scary this year. -
So, who can get which booster shots now? Here's a quick guide
Oct 23, 2021 8:54 AM - The Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines all have federal approval as booster shots now. But who is really eligible for which booster shots? Here's a quick guide based on CDC guidelines. -
Booster shots outpacing demand for initial round of COVID-19 vaccines
Oct 23, 2021 8:53 AM - After federal regulators approved booster shots for many of those who received Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines, several pharmacy chains began offering appointments. This as more people in Illinois already are getting COVID-19 booster shots each day than are receiving their first or second doses of the vaccine. -
What are the next steps toward vaccinating younger children?
Oct 22, 2021 6:23 AM - There's not much for parents and vaccine providers to do until federal regulators approve the use of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for children between the ages of 5 and 11, which isn't expected until early November. -
12 things you may not know about Medicare Advantage
Oct 17, 2021 10:42 AM - Your annual opportunity to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan or switch plans is coming up fast. The window opened on Oct. 15 and is only open for about seven weeks, until Dec. 7. -
What's the latest advice on the type of mask I should wear?
Oct 17, 2021 10:41 AM - What type of mask I should wear? It depends on your situation, but health officials say it should cover your nose and mouth, and fit snugly so there aren't any gaps on the sides of your face.
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Insulin resistance can be helped with diet, exercise
Oct 17, 2021 7:00 AM - Q: My yearly physical showed I have insulin resistance. I'm not sure I understand what that means. My doctor says I should stop eating sugar, and that I need to exercise more. Is that going to be enough to make this go away? -
A guide to understanding opioid safety and disposal
Oct 17, 2021 9:45 AM - Educating individuals about the importance of opioid safety and disposal can prevent opioid misuse and abuse. And with this month being National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, it is the perfect opportunity to learn how to keep you and your loved ones safe. -
Regional expressions we learned as children can be soothing
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