Articles filed under Health
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Ascension hospitals share strengths of new smaller system with Schaumburg business communityMar 11, 2025 2:21 pm - Though Schaumburg has no hospital within its borders, leaders of the three Ascension hospitals that directly serve the community spoke to the Schaumburg Business Association Tuesday about the strengths of their smaller health care system.
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Setting up your kids for lifelong nutritional successMar 08, 2025 8:33 am - Family mealtimes shape kids’ relationships with food. Here’s how to make them count toward better nutrition.
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3D mammograms offer different angles and greater detailMar 08, 2025 8:32 am - For women with dense breast tissue, 3D mammograms offer a better diagnostic view compared to standard 2D mammograms.
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Grief & healing: Pondering the possibilities after the death of a petMar 08, 2025 8:30 am - Grief can often involve grieving the loss of a beloved pet. The bond can be so strong that people may wonder, and some even report, communication with a pet after they die.
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Ascension Behavioral Health Hospital in Hoffman Estates recognized for 5-star qualityMar 07, 2025 3:50 pm - Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital in Hoffman Estates was recently recognized as a 5-Star overall quality of care award recipient for inpatient behavioral health services in its Center for Addiction Medicine and Older Adult Unit by PRC, a leader in the healthcare intelligence space.
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When to worry about someone who is isolatingMar 06, 2025 11:37 pm - Isolation can be comforting but prolonged withdrawal may indicate mental health issues like depression. How to know when it’s time to intervene.
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Women still face disparities in health careMar 02, 2025 8:14 am - Is your doctor ignoring your symptoms? How women can advocate for themselves, get a diagnosis and receive the treatment they need.
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Keeping kids safe from measlesMar 02, 2025 8:13 am - Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious complications. Getting your child vaccinated will protect not only them but also others in the community, especially those with weakened immune systems.
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As U.S. sees rough flu season, what’s happening in the suburbs?Mar 01, 2025 12:45 pm - This flu season has been brutal nationally, and though Illinois is faring better than some of its neighbors, experts say if you still haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, it’s not too late.
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Grief & healing: The next holidayMar 01, 2025 6:00 am - Holidays should be celebrated and they provide a great opportunity to be part of the community.