Articles filed under Health
-
Solving the suburbs' mental health language barriersMay 22, 2017 5:30 am - Problem: As many as 500,000 people who speak a language other than English at home in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties could need mental health help e...
-
Why mental health mattersMay 22, 2017 5:30 am - Mental health can cause consequences that hurt not only individuals and families but workplaces, public assistance systems and the economy. Here's how: • Mental disorder...
-
Clients search for understanding as language barriers complicate mental health treatmentMay 22, 2017 5:30 am - Second of three parts. Ana Paula Guerrero's child is having a hard time with her sports coach, and it's making her miserable and the whole family unhappy. Guerrero ...
-
Constable: Doctor in Arlington Heights invents products for multiracial hairMay 20, 2017 1:00 am - As a family practice physician in Arlington Heights, Dr. Ena Hennegan, 47, knows how to diagnose problems and look for solutions. So when she heard her husband of 19 yea...
-
Seeking solutionsMay 20, 2017 1:00 am - Problem: Many cultures are hesitant to discuss mental health issues, which often are downplayed or even stigmatized. Experts say understanding culture is key to effectiv...
-
Clients, therapists say culture plays key role in mental health treatmentMay 20, 2017 1:00 am - First of three parts Ale Bugaro is listening to her new client's uncertainty about seeking therapy for her depression and anxiety. The client just isn't sure it will wor...
-
Some life advice from Carol Stream centenariansMay 19, 2017 5:23 am - The centenarians had their portraits taken, each with some of their dearest possessions. The occasion? Belmont Village Senior Living is putting together a calendar featu...
-
Constable: RizzO's vs. Grandpa Rossy Crunch - which is healthier?May 18, 2017 5:30 am - Since he announced his retirement from baseball last season, backup catcher David Ross has won a championship with the Cubs, hit a home run in his last official bat duri...
-
Kane County Behavioral Health Council celebrating 10 yearsMay 16, 2017 11:00 pm - During Mental Health Month in May, the Kane County Mental Health Council is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its founding. Just this year, it combined the Mental Hea...
-
10-mile run returns to Elgin Valley Fox TrotMay 15, 2017 11:00 pm - The Elgin Valley Fox Trot returns for its 40th anniversary on Saturday, May 27, with one element that was missing last year - the 10-mile run. "We're excited that we're...