Articles filed under Health
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Possible connection between xylitol and heart attackNov 08, 2024 12:15 am - Xylitol is showing up in more products these days, and a recent study connecting xylitol with an increased risk for heart attack or stroke has one patient concerned about her toothpaste that contains xylitol. Is this a concern? The doctors weigh in.
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GPS author to explain how to limit the negative effects of social mediaNov 04, 2024 9:43 pm - On Thursday, Nov. 14, the GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Teens and How to Limit Its Impact” with author Kara Alaimo.
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What suburban parents need to know about rise of ‘walking pneumonia’ in childrenNov 03, 2024 9:00 pm - Health officials are warning of a spike in cases of walking pneumonia, particularly among young children. Here’s what parents should know.
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Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands and Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya win the New York City MarathonNov 03, 2024 6:01 pm - Abdi Nageeye and Sheila Chepkirui used strong kicks in the final mile to pull away from their nearest competitors and both win the New York City Marathon for the first time Sunday.
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How to help your child adjust to the end of daylight saving timeNov 03, 2024 8:07 am - Daylight saving time for 2024 will draw to a close on Nov. 3 and it often feels like the unofficial start of fall and winter. And while it means only falling back one hour, any parent can tell you what that hour means to the mood and health of their child.
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Grief & healing: Approaching Thanksgiving and being open to changesNov 02, 2024 6:30 am - All those who have experienced the death of a loved one know that holidays can be difficult. As Thanksgiving approaches, this is what happens to me: I start getting both nostalgic and oddly a bit down.
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Hoffman Estates to host open house for new Community Resource Center at police station MondayNov 01, 2024 10:05 am - The Hoffman Estates Police Department is hosting an open house Monday afternoon at its new Community Resource Center, which will house a variety of social services, including after-hours assistance.
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How to advocate for yourself at the dentistNov 01, 2024 12:16 am - It’s important to practice self-advocacy for your dental care, just as you would at any other medical appointment. Here are some tips for preparing for dental appointments as well as maintaining your oral health.
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Walking program alleviates chronic lower back painOct 31, 2024 10:19 pm - Walking does much more for your body than to transport it from point A to point B. The process of walking places physical demands on the body that help us not just physically, but also mentally and emotionally.
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How to prepare your child for surgeryOct 31, 2024 9:37 pm - If your child or teen needs surgery, the best thing you can do is take things one day at a time. Thinking about everything at once can be overwhelming, and time is an essential part of the recovery process. A pediatric neurosurgeon offers more tips for parents to support their child through the process.