Articles filed under Health
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‘A perfect storm’: What’s our protection level against measles amid Chicago outbreak?Mar 24, 2024 8:54 am - Considered to be effectively eliminated across the U.S. in 2000, a measles outbreak in Chicago this month is a wake-up call about how easily things can spiral, experts say. How well protected are Illinoisans against the highly contagious respiratory virus?
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Lake County Health Department reports first case of measlesMar 23, 2024 1:13 pm - The Lake County Health Department has confirmed a case of measles in a Lake County resident, according to a news release. There have been at least 60 reported measles ca...
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Grief & healing: Losing romanceMar 23, 2024 6:00 am - We lose many pleasures when our beloved dies. A lot is tied to our daily rituals — a cozy cup of coffee, sharing ideas, listening to favorite music.
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Oprah slams body shaming: ‘Making fun of my weight was a national sport’Mar 22, 2024 6:15 am - Oprah Winfrey slammed body shaming and called for the acceptance of “all points of view” in a TV special where she touted the new weight-loss medications.
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During spring break, watch out for measlesMar 22, 2024 6:00 am - Measles is making a comeback, and that’s causing concern among health care professionals.
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Study shows isometric exercise can lower blood pressureMar 22, 2024 6:00 am - Untreated, high blood pressure can cause heart damage. Isometric exercises can lower blood pressure.
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Women with pregnancy complications can lower cardiovascular riskMar 22, 2024 1:51 am - For women with pregnancy complications, healthy lifestyle behaviors and managing blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose levels after giving birth significantly lowered risk for future cardiovascular disease.
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Join Neighborhood Food Pantries’ annual Shopping Cart Shuffle 5K June 22Mar 21, 2024 11:19 pm - In February, Neighborhood Food Pantries served over 6,000 people. Help the nonprofit, now in its 25th year, provide for neighbors in need by signing up for the Shopping Cart Shuffle 5K on June 22.
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DuPage schools offer free professional mental health care to students and familiesMar 21, 2024 10:37 pm - Ten CARES Clinics, which provide no-cost, confidential mental health care to students and their families enrolled in participating DuPage school districts, are now open f...
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Setting your kids up for lifelong nutritional successMar 21, 2024 9:35 pm - March is National Nutrition Month, a good opportunity to evaluate what and how you’re demonstrating good nutrition for your kids.