Articles filed under Health
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Ascension Illinois hosting blood drives in Elk Grove, Hoffman EstatesAug 11, 2026 10:15 am - Versiti Blood Centers of Illinois will host blood drives at Ascension Alexian Brother in Elk Grove Village and Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates this week and again in September amid an ongoing shortage.
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Patient advocate: New name, new focus for a common disorderAug 10, 2026 12:01 pm - In May, a coalition of more than 50 patient and professional organizations announced that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) would henceforth be known as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). It took 14 years, but for women who struggle with this disorder, it will have been worth the wait.
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7 foot symptoms that might be first signs of hidden conditionAug 09, 2026 7:07 am - Several body systems have to be operating smoothly to get blood and nerve signals all the way down and back up, which means that when a systemic issue occurs, feet can be the first to reveal it.
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‘Good health makes people happy’: Veggie Fest in Lisle offers food, fun, meditationAug 09, 2026 7:06 am - If health is wealth, then Veggie Fest is ready to help you feel a little richer. The 16th annual event, which takes place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8-9, at Danada South Park in Lisle, features an array of wellness programs and speakers offering tips to help you live your best life.
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Ask the doctors: Skipped heartbeats normal with a healthy heartAug 07, 2026 9:05 am - It can be unsettling to feel like your heart has skipped a beat, but this type of irregular heartbeat is common. For people in good health with a normal heart, these errant heartbeats are usually harmless.
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Knee pain? Ragged cartilage? Research suggests surgery’s not the best answerAug 07, 2026 8:54 am - Thousands of Americans who undergo a common knee surgery might be making their problems worse rather than better.
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Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep?Aug 07, 2026 8:48 am - If you’re having trouble sleeping, studies show that some over-the-counter supplements such as melatonin and magnesium may help. But there are caveats: Neither act as a sedative or can treat sleep disorders such as chronic insomnia.
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School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodiesAug 04, 2026 11:45 am - Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too. As families begin back-to-school shopping, here's how to know if your child's backpack is too heavy, and how to lighten their load.
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‘Much, much more than what’s been reported’: Keep cyclospora on your radar as cases climb in Illinois, expert advisesAug 02, 2026 8:55 am - As cyclosporiasis cases spike in Illinois, medical experts advise residents to avoid certain types of lettuce and take basic precautions. “It’s something that should be on people’s radar,” one doctor says.
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Children’s health: How to keep young athletes and active kids safe in hot weatherJul 31, 2026 5:45 am - Whether your child plays organized sports or just loves being active outdoors, hot weather can pose serious health concerns. As temperatures in all parts of the U.S. trend upward, kids face a rising risk of weather-related illness, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.