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Hanover Township to conduct stroke risk assessment screenings in MayMay 02, 2025 2:53 pm - The Hanover Township Office of Community Health is offering Stroke Risk Assessment screenings for township residents during May in recognition of National Stroke Risk Awareness Month.
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Third annual Ride for Hope motorcycle blessing to kick off seasonMay 02, 2025 7:58 am - Ride for Hope invites motorcycle riders to a bike blessing May 3 in Schaumburg to kick off the riding season, with a look ahead to its fundraising ride on June 1.
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Nurses: Beloved, but still burned out and looking for new pathsMay 02, 2025 7:57 am - Nurses face burnout and staffing shortages. Many are shifting to patient advocacy, using their skills to improve care while gaining independence. As National Nurses Month is celebrated, the rise of nurse advocates highlights their essential role in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
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Hanover Township’s 10th annual 5K steps off May 3May 02, 2025 7:19 am - Hanover Township’s 10th annual “Sprint 2 Spring” 5K run/walk will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Youth Center, 899 Jay St., Elgin.
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Treadmill exercise not suggested for people with poor balanceMay 01, 2025 10:08 pm - Exercising on a treadmill can pose dangers for someone with poor balance, for people living with certain heart conditions, and for older adults who are frail or who are not physically fit.
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Let’s talk! Your child’s language milestones matterMay 01, 2025 9:33 pm - How can you know if your child’s language development is on track? It is important to be proactive in seeking out early detection for a language delay and the best way to do this is by talking to your pediatrician.
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Hanover Township to hold ‘Sprint 2 Spring’ charitable 5K in Elgin SaturdayApr 30, 2025 11:12 am - Hanover Township’s 10th annual “Sprint 2 Spring” 5K run/walk will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Youth Center in Elgin, 899 Jay Street.
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Melanoma highly treatable when caught earlyApr 28, 2025 7:22 pm - A melanoma diagnosis can cause for patients as well as their family members. If you have concerns about your diagnosis, or the speed at which treatments are being scheduled, seek out a second opinion from a dermatologist or oncologist with a specialty in melanoma.
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No one should age alone: What are some options?Apr 28, 2025 6:53 pm - Isolation as we age has many adverse consequences to our physical and mental health. Today, we’re fortunate to have more and more options for independent senior living for people who cherish their independence, but also wish to have other people and services close. Here are a few ideas for those who may be facing a situation like this.
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Youth sports participation on the rise, while pickleball continues setting the pace for adultsApr 26, 2025 1:02 pm - In 2024, for the third year in a row, pickleball saw the largest increase in participation. This is the third consecutive time that the NSGA’s Sports Participation in the U.S. report has tracked a growth in pickleball participation of at least 50% year-over-year.
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