Articles filed under Health
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From texting to apps, smart phones can help you stay healthyJul 18, 2010 11:00 pm - What if my blood sugar's too high today? Is it time for my blood pressure pill? With nagging text messages or more customized two-way interactions, researchers are tryin...
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New law grants more review of denied health claimsJul 18, 2010 11:00 pm - An Illinois law that went into effect July 1 grants consumers the right to an external, independent review of denied health insurance claims. The Illinois Department of ...
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ER doctors face pressure to overtest, overtreatJul 18, 2010 11:00 pm - Fast decisions on life-and-death cases are the bread and butter of hospital emergency rooms. Nowhere do doctors face greater pressures to overtest and overtreat. The fea...
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Some preventive care to have no out-of-pocket costJul 18, 2010 11:00 pm - From counseling for kids who struggle with their weight, to cancer screenings for their parents, preventive health care will soon be available at no out-of-pocket cost. ...
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Central DuPage Hospital opens cancer centerJul 18, 2010 11:00 pm - Cancer patients can get comprehensive care at a new center in Warrenville starting today, without ever having to set foot into a hospital. The Central DuPage Hospital Ca...
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Central DuPage Hospital opens heart deal with ClevelandJul 15, 2010 11:00 pm - Heart surgery patients at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield will now have access to the expertise of the Cleveland Clinic, under a deal announced Thursday between the ...
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On death's doorstep, woman does U-turn with her bearJul 14, 2010 11:00 pm - All the evidence suggested that 88-year-old Mary Tanaka wouldn't be receiving hospice care much longer. On a scale of 0 to 100 percent, with 0 being death, the frail, in...
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Teen stars of 'Huge' aren't just acting overweightJul 11, 2010 11:00 pm - If you're curious about what it's like to be an overweight teenager, tune in to ABC Family's new series "Huge." The series, airing at 8 p.m. Mondays and starring Nikki B...
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Dieting doesn't mean starvation, but it does mean choosing the right foodsJul 11, 2010 11:00 pm - One of the most important, but overlooked fundamentals of weight loss is healthy snacking; I want to emphasize the word healthy. Eating balanced snacks between meals wi...
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Your Health: Stealthy tips for weight-lossJul 11, 2010 11:00 pm - Skinny tips Stealthy weight loss advice from WedMD. com: bull; Time your meals. Set a timer for 20 minutes, then take your time eating to savor every bite to p...