Articles filed under Health
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Learn about getting funding for a person with a disability at Nov. 16 NAMI programNov 15, 2024 4:01 pm - NAMI, Kane County North affiliate, is sponsoring a free session on “How to be Successful in Obtaining Funding for a Person with a Disability” on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Gail Borden Public Library, 270 N. Grove Ave. in Elgin.
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Ways to improve dexterity and mobility in your older yearsNov 15, 2024 6:30 am - Our muscles will naturally weaken as we age, so staying active with weight-bearing and strength-training exercises will help maintain your mobility.
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When mom or dad won’t accept helpNov 15, 2024 4:49 am - A parent’s denial about their aging process may make them reluctant to accept help, even when it’s clear to family members that help is increasingly needed.
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Helping mentally ill young adults: Parents are not powerlessNov 15, 2024 2:06 am - Some parents may find their young adult child has changed and can’t cope with life as they once did. But rather than let a child in the midst of a mental health crisis retreat, parents must take action, no matter how frightening or difficult it may seem.
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Walking backward may have link to increased cognitionNov 15, 2024 1:25 am - My father is 74 years old. He wants to stay healthy, so he has started taking a fitness class at his local community center. One of the exercises they do is to walk backward. The instructor says it’s good for your body, and also for cognition. Do you know if this is actually true?
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Head lice facts every parent should knowNov 08, 2024 8:33 am - Head lice are a common and frustrating problem, especially among school-aged children. How can parents help prevent and treat an infestation?
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‘Fall back’ into some good health habitsNov 08, 2024 3:41 am - We’re heading into one of the most stressful times of the year. You may be feeling increasing anxiety as the holidays approach and seasonal affective disorder looms for many. Here are some ways to set yourself up for a healthy winter season.
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Possible connection between xylitol and heart attackNov 08, 2024 12:15 am - Xylitol is showing up in more products these days, and a recent study connecting xylitol with an increased risk for heart attack or stroke has one patient concerned about her toothpaste that contains xylitol. Is this a concern? The doctors weigh in.
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GPS author to explain how to limit the negative effects of social mediaNov 04, 2024 9:43 pm - On Thursday, Nov. 14, the GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Teens and How to Limit Its Impact” with author Kara Alaimo.
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What suburban parents need to know about rise of ‘walking pneumonia’ in childrenNov 03, 2024 9:00 pm - Health officials are warning of a spike in cases of walking pneumonia, particularly among young children. Here’s what parents should know.