Articles filed under Health
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Video games may be a good way to get a cognitive boostJan 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?Jan 23, 2026 10:03 am - For more than 2,500 years, ginger has been used for its medicinal properties. But does it really help an upset stomach?
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Food companies target users of weight-loss drugs with ‘GLP-1 Friendly’ labelsJan 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 waryJan 23, 2026 10:01 am - The latest federal dietary guidelines tell Americans to “prioritize protein foods at every meal” and advise increasing daily intake — up to double the amount of previous recommendations. But top nutrition experts question the protein push.
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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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CPR training available in LombardJan 20, 2026 2:53 pm - The Lombard Fire Department is rolling out a new CPR training program this year.
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Kane County aims to train 2,000 people in mental health first aidJan 18, 2026 8:45 pm - You are worried about a friend. Something they are saying or doing makes you wonder if they are having a mental health problem. But what can you do? Perform mental health first aid.
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New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn’t raise the risk of autism despite Trump’s claimsJan 16, 2026 8:05 pm - A new review of studies has found that taking Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities — adding to the growing body of research refuting claims made by the Trump administration.