Articles filed under Health
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September is Healthy Aging Month: Expert talks new memory health findingsSep 24, 2026 12:18 am - A study found that eating within an 8-9 hour window may improve cognitive function in older adults, with time-restricted eaters performing better on spatial planning and problem-solving tests.
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Local businesses, volunteers donate officer wellness room at Schaumburg police stationSep 21, 2026 5:36 pm - An officer wellness room was revealed to donors from the local business and volunteer communities Monday as the final improvement to the Schaumburg Police Department’s half-century-old station before its replacement in late 2028.
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E-wheels complicate back-to-school safetySep 18, 2026 12:30 pm - School officials in many localities are dreading the new trend toward e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards as a way for kids to get to and from school.
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Signs of substance use disorder, and hope for recoverySep 18, 2026 11:59 am - Recovery from substance disorder is a lifelong process often requiring multiple treatment attempts. Families should encourage loved ones to seek professional help as many with the disorder have underlying mental health conditions requiring therapy and medication for sustainable recovery.
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Children’s health: Is your child struggling mentally? It may be time to reach out.Sep 16, 2026 11:16 am - About 5 million teens ages 12-17 in the U.S. have diagnosed behavioral and mental health conditions that make them feel anxious, angry and isolated. Support programs can help them understand they’re not alone in their experiences.
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‘Safe, stigma-free alternative’: DuPage County Crisis Recovery Center marks anniversarySep 13, 2026 9:43 am - In its first year of operations, DuPage County’s Crisis Recovery Center has completed more than 2,200 onsite assessments, providing mental health and addiction recovery services to thousands of residents and easing the strain on area emergency rooms.
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September Hydrocephalus Awareness Month: A Chicago patient’s journey to diagnosing this rare conditionSep 12, 2026 1:03 am - Homer Butuya suffered from debilitating headaches for years that were triggered by everyday activities like driving and laughing. A condition causes spinal fluid to leak into the bloodstream, creating severe low brain pressure. Dr. Krishna Joshi performed a minimally invasive procedure to stop the leak, and Butuyan was headache-free within two weeks, returning to his normal life and work.
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How do drugs get their bizarre names?Sep 11, 2026 1:07 pm - Drug companies invest millions in naming medications, following strict FDA and EU regulations that prohibit names from resembling existing drugs, making medical claims or promoting manufacturers, with rejections requiring costly renaming.
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Children’s health: Understanding the dangers of social media challenges for kidsSep 11, 2026 12:52 pm - The American Academy of Pediatrics warns about dangerous social media challenges that teens participate in, including the Benadryl challenge, cooking NyQuil chicken, and the blackout challenge.
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Second measles case reported in Kane CountySep 09, 2026 12:17 pm - A second case of measles has been reported in Kane County. The latest person diagnosed with measles was in contact with the first individual, according to a news release from the Kane County Health Department.