Articles filed under Health
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Keep it simple: Ways to improve your health and wellness in 2026Jan 02, 2026 8:25 am - The new year is a time when many try to start new good habits and commit to improving health and wellness. But resolutions, lofty as they may be, can turn daunting quickly. The good news is that the experts mostly say to keep it simple.
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Children’s health: Why e-scooters are unsafe for childrenJan 02, 2026 8:23 am - Electric scooters are becoming increasingly popular, showing up on neighborhood streets, sidewalks and bike paths. For many kids, they are an easy way to get around. But doctors say e-scooters are not toys, and they can be dangerous for children and teens.
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Ask the doctors: Overuse of curcumin or tumeric can cause GI distressJan 02, 2026 8:22 am - Curcumin, found in tumeric, has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and possibly antiviral properties. More recently, it has become a go-to in alternative medicine in the U.S. for a number of health conditions. But one problem researchers have bumped into is that, when taken by mouth, curcumin is poorly absorbed by the body.
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Illinois maternal mortality report finds rise in pregnancy-related deathsJan 01, 2026 11:26 am - Preventable pregnancy-related deaths rose and stark racial disparities remained in the Illinois Department of Public Health’s most recent maternal mortality report. The r...
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Fight the virus: 7 home remedies for a sore throatDec 28, 2025 10:23 am - Woke up to a sore, scratchy throat? You may want to blame it on dry air, but it’s usually a sign your body is fighting a viral infection.
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Addison Township Mental Health Board awards over $1M to support mental health servicesDec 26, 2025 9:09 pm - The Addison Township Community Mental Health Board approved $1.109 million in grant funding to support local agencies providing mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
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How to get the most out of your doctor's appointmentDec 26, 2025 6:30 am - It’s not unusual for a 20-something to text Mom in a panic from the doctor’s office, seeking help answering a question. And patients of any age can struggle to recall all their medicines — or forget to mention a concern. Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.
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Patient advocate: Tweaks for a happier, healthier 2026Dec 26, 2025 6:15 am - A recently released poll of 2,000 American adults of various ages yielded some interesting insights. Nearly 70% of those responding said 2025 was a dumpster fire of one sort or another for them, labeling it OK, bad or even awful. Yet, hope springs eternal.
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Ask the doctors: Mold can pose serious health risksDec 26, 2025 6:15 am - Molds and other forms of fungal growth can pose serious health risks. This is particularly true when their growth is extensive or there’s long-standing exposure. Symptoms often vary a lot from person to person. This can make it hard to identify a mold-related illness.
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Children’s health: Why do babies need the hepatitis B vaccine?Dec 26, 2025 6:00 am - Hepatitis B is a virus that can damage the liver and lead to lifelong health problems. The hepatitis B vaccine prevents short-term illness (acute hepatitis) and a life-threatening infection called chronic hepatitis B.