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Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, is seen in up to 40% of children, according to an OSF HealthCare pediatrician.

OSF Behavioral Health expert advises parents to be truthful but age-appropriate when talking with kids about the shooting at the parade for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Exposure to frigid temperatures can have serious consequences.

Many forget to add preventative exams and screenings to their resolution roll calls.

The holidays are here, and they often come with a major schedule switch for kids.

A family health history helps physicians and other health care professionals provide better care for their patients. 

Be wary of over-the-counter cure-alls for menopause symptoms, says one OSF HealthCare gynecologist.

During holiday eating, you may encounter reflux. It's painful and annoying in mild cases and can necessitate surgery in advanced instances.

An OSF expert agrees with the American Association of Sleep Medicine's call for  a standard time, to eliminate moving the clock back and forth for Daylight Saving Time.  

Heart attack symptoms can sometimes seem like everyday pain, so it's important to know the signs and call 9-1-1 quickly.

The conflict in the Middle East has left tragic images everywhere, and kids are watching. A behavioral health expert outlines how to talk to kids about tough topics.

Beyond its delicious taste, pumpkin is nutritious and linked to many health benefits because its high in vitamins and low in calories.

Children spend time with older relatives during the summer, but they may not know how to respond to an emergency in an unfamiliar home.

The unpleasant symptoms of kidney stones - particularly the sharp, stabbing pain in your flank - are why prevention is key.

A highly contagious virus that can seriously impact infants and the elderly has arrived earlier than usual for the second year in a row. Respiratory syncytial virus, otherwise known as RSV, is hitting at the same time health leaders are …

An outbreak of liver disease in children has resulted in hospitalizations and fatalities. Researchers are scrambling to find the cause, but a common virus could be involved.

After being virtually nonexistent last year, influenza is back in full force.According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent flu report there have been at least 4.7 million flu illnesses, 47,000 hospitalizations, and …

While society may view it as less common than getting pregnant in your late teens, 20s, or early 30s, experts say later-in-life pregnancies can be successful if you plan for the complications that come with age.“I would not want anyone to let their …

It’s no secret that leading a sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to a person’s health in a number of ways – it increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, depression and more. A lack of regular activity is equally harmful for cancer …

While cancers such as breast, lung and colon may get more public attention, head and neck cancer is certainly nothing to ignore. April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, designed to put a spotlight on head and neck cancer, its causes and …

Every year, millions of Americans who live in regions that experience harsh winters count down the weeks until warmer weather returns. For many of these people, warmer weather also means spring allergies – especially in the Midwest, where pollen is …

“The slap heard round the world” involving Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Academy Awards has shone a light on important issues like hair loss and anger problems. But one part of the incident has left some wondering: why did Rock appear to strike a …

This week, the family of actor Bruce Willis announced that he has been diagnosed with aphasia. A social media post by Willis’ family says the aphasia is “impacting his cognitive abilities.” This stunning announcement has many people wondering: what …

A recent study by the American Heart Association (AHA) revealed that some patients tend to suffer memory loss following a heart attack.The study was actually six long-term studies that observed 31,000 people from 1971 to 2017. At the time they were …

The American Nurses Association estimates that 2.2 million new nurses are needed to replace those retiring in 2022 alone. Add to that the recent pandemic-related staffing issues and one thing is certain: nurses are needed.Sue Brown, RN, PhD, DNP, is …

If you are the parent of a young child, chances are you have dealt with picky eating at some point. Maybe your child only likes one type of food or refuses to eat at dinner time – whatever the case might be, getting your child on a healthy eating …

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Since its inception in the year 2000, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month has become an opportunity for patients, survivors, caregivers and advocates to rally around the cause, providing …

When COVID-19 was officially declared a global pandemic in 2020, building closures and event cancellations began in an effort to stop the spread. This included sporting events, concerts, holiday celebrations, birthday parties, weddings, graduations, …

One thing we’ve learned during the COVID pandemic is that no two cases are alike. Some people are asymptomatic while others have serious symptoms or long-term issues. So it may not come as a surprise that some people are experiencing hair loss with …

Taking care of yourself before, during and after a pregnancy has always been important. That’s further illustrated by a recent study in the journal Hypertension that reveals a rise in the number of women with chronic high blood pressure who are …