Articles filed under Health
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Is your high school senior ready to go away to college?Apr 03, 2025 10:54 pm - Going away to college isn't always the next best step for every high school senior. How to tell if your child is ready for that transition, or could benefit from a gap year or a close-to-home alternative.
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8 essential reminders for parenting a child with autismApr 03, 2025 10:28 pm - When a child gets diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, parents can easily get overwhelmed by questions and concerns. Ascension Illinois autism expert Dr. Shubhrajan Wadyal shares some do’s and don’ts to help guide you along the journey.
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Senate confirms Mehmet Oz to take lead of Medicare and Medicaid agencyApr 03, 2025 9:56 pm - WASHINGTON — Former heart surgeon and TV pitchman Dr. Mehmet Oz was confirmed Thursday to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Oz became the agency's adm...
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HHS is looking for some laid-off employees to keep workingApr 03, 2025 9:54 pm - On Tuesday, thousands of Food and Drug Administration workers were laid off. They were shut out from the government offices where they had worked and placed on administra...
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Learn about kids’ mental health through District 62 programApr 03, 2025 7:56 am - Des Plaines School District 62 will host a virtual presentation about kids’ menthal health on April 7.
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Thriving with disabilities: Perseverance key to living life to the fullestMar 30, 2025 9:06 am - A Chicago-area native born with spina bifida shares tips and inspiration for those with disabilities to thrive, not just survive, through his blog. Find out how his outlook on life has helped him live life to the fullest.
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An oncologist answers: Is it OK to drink just a little bit of alcohol?Mar 29, 2025 8:54 am - In January, the surgeon general released an advisory about alcohol and cancer risk. A cancer researcher weighs in about the data and what it means to you — and your alcohol consumption.
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AI can serve up ideas for healthy meals in a snap — but they come with a side of cautionMar 28, 2025 3:37 am - AI can make dull, time-consuming tasks a breeze, and nutrition experts who understand the emerging technology are enthusiastic. But they season their enthusiasm with more than a dash of caution.
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Forming new habits involves creation of new neural pathwaysMar 28, 2025 1:53 am - To form a new habit, you need to rewire your brain, which takes planning and not giving up. Learn what science has to say about maintaining your new habit.
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Sepsis signs every parent should knowMar 28, 2025 12:37 am - Quick action by parents, caregivers and medical personnel is needed to reverse sepsis, a life-threatening reaction to an infection. Knowing the tell-tale symptoms is key to saving your child’s life.