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Retired teachers to explore ‘The Anxious Generation’ in Book Between Bites

Submitted by Books Between Bites
May 12, 2025 5:30 pm - On Thursday, May 15, retired Batavia teachers Kathy Hubbard and Linda Sullivan will close out Books Between Bites’ 36th season with a talk on the 2024 book, “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness” by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.
Saving lives on a sunny Saturday: Blood donors offer ‘A Pint for Kim’

By Barbara Vitello
May 11, 2025 7:39 am - Outside Naperville North High School, a mini-fest with kids’ games, food, music and a car show was taking place. Inside, donors participating in the sixth annual “A Pint for Kim” blood drive were saving lives.
Smoke from climate-fueled wildfires contributed to thousands of US deaths over 15 years, study says

By DORANY PINEDA
May 10, 2025 12:23 am - Wildfires driven by climate change contribute to as many as thousands of annual deaths and billions of dollars in economic costs from wildfire smoke in the United States,...
Stress can play factor in new back pain

By Drs. Eve Glazier and Elizabeth Ko
May 09, 2025 4:29 am - Q: My lower back went into spasm as I was washing the dishes. I figured it was from bending over, but my mom insists it’s from being so stressed out. Can stress really cause back pain?
Try these simple tricks to improve dark circles and puffy eyes

By Dr. Trisha Pasricha
May 09, 2025 3:34 am - Dark circles and puffy eye bags can be so unwelcome that treatments are popular, including expensive serums, cosmetics and procedures. But home remedies can also be effective.
What to know about Medicare and mental health care

By Bonnie Lane
May 09, 2025 2:16 am - About 15% of people over the age of 60 experience depression or anxiety disorders, which can damage quality of life and even shorten lifespan because of substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors. Learn how Medicare covers treatment and medications.
Use nature art as outdoor inspiration to boost child development

By Drs. Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy |American Academy of Pediatrics
May 09, 2025 1:20 am - Spending time outside, especially in green spaces like parks, is important for children's development and well-being. Connecting with nature can even help manage some physical and mental conditions. Art also supports a child's development in meaningful ways. When combined with time outdoors, these creative activities can be even more enriching for kids.
Lutheran Home to host educational series on Alzheimer’s

Submitted by Cheri Carl
May 08, 2025 2:27 pm - In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June, Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights will host a free educational series on May 15 and June 19.
Hanover Township to conduct stroke risk assessment screenings in May

Submitted by Hanover Township
May 02, 2025 2:53 pm - The Hanover Township Office of Community Health is offering Stroke Risk Assessment screenings for township residents during May in recognition of National Stroke Risk Awareness Month.
Third annual Ride for Hope motorcycle blessing to kick off season

Submitted by Lisa Haring
May 02, 2025 7:58 am - Ride for Hope invites motorcycle riders to a bike blessing May 3 in Schaumburg to kick off the riding season, with a look ahead to its fundraising ride on June 1.

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