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Summer is a great time to start a walking program. Walking provides many health benefits and isn't a taxing workout.

It's time to get out and enjoy the sun, but men need to be especially careful due to a greater risk of developing melanoma. 

Much has been made about bone broth lately thanks to comments made by actress Gwyneth Paltrow. While it has many potential benefits, experts are clear that bone broth is not a meal by itself. 

Pancreatic cancer is not a common cancer, but there have been a few celebrities over the years who've died from the disease. The latest is TV host Jerry Springer who died at the age of 79. 

Mark Pohl thought he might not live to see his grandchildren grow up. But thanks to his medical team at OSF HealthCare and life-saving technology, the Navy veteran has a new lease on life. 

A cross-country paired exchange kidney donation gave an Illinois man his life back.

More than 50 million people deal with some ringing in their ears or some other sound. For most it's no big deal, but for others it could be tinnitus and something worth mentioning to your doctor. ...

ESPN host Mike Greenberg recently underwent cardiac ablation, a procedure to treat atrial fibrillation also known as Afib. It's a common procedure for millions of people who are impacted by Afib. ...

Good weather is here, which means golfers are itching to hit the course. Before taking that first swing, however, make sure to properly warm up in order to avoid injury. 

With gun violence comes a range of emotions including anger and fear. While it's easy to get caught up in the emotion of the incident, experts agree there are ways to help people move forward. 

We're all tempted to add a little salt to our food from time to time, but a recent study shows any reduction in salt can greatly help in reducing hypertension. 

Too much technology isn't always good.  “Tech neck” is the stressing of muscles while looking down at computers and phones which can cause problems from joint inflammation to pinched nerves. ...

Former President Jimmy Carter has made the decision to spend the rest of his life in hospice care.  According to experts, the goal of hospice is to make the end of life as meaningful as possible. ...

Heart Valve Disease is a growing problem among older adults. It can happen to anyone and the risk increases as you age, but it's problem that's treatable. 

Actor Tom Sizemore made headlines recently when he suffered a brain aneurysm at his Los Angeles home. Symptoms can include blurred vision, dizziness and severe headaches. 

Damar Hamlin brought cardiac arrest to the news recently, but it's not just men who experience this problem. Nearly half of all cases involve women who may not realize they're in trouble. 

Good news from the American Cancer Society's latest report –  cancer deaths have significantly dropped since 1991. But medical experts say there's still a long way to go. 

Bacterial meningitis claims about 250,000 people a year, including well-known guitarist Jeff Beck. It affects people of all ages, but young children seem to be at the greatest risk. 

HGTV's Christina Hall is suffering from mercury and lead poisoning. She chalks it up to her work rehabbing older homes, but that's not the only way to acquire this potentially serious health issue. ...

Overworked? Feeling unappreciated? Burned out? A U.S. Surgeon General report reveals these are all signs of a toxic workplace, which can impact workers' health in more ways than one. 

Charlene Aaron, PhD, RN, has been named president for Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing and Saint Anthony College of Nursing. Her new position begins July 5. Dr. Aaron will lead Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing in Peoria ...

Many people are looking to improve their eating habits in 2023.  According to one OSF HealthCare dietitian, there's no quick fix when it comes to proper nutrition. It's a habit that takes time. ...

A recent study reveals that caffeine during pregnancy can impact a child's height. While it's nothing to be overly concerned with, cutting back on caffeine intake is never a bad thing. 

With New Year's celebrations fast approaching, holiday eating will be in overdrive. That's why it's important to play it safe when it comes to preparing your snacks and meals. 

Every year, ERs see thousands of people due to snow-related health issues. Take time to prepare for that first major snow event and avoid a trip to the hospital. 

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that impacts mostly young children, but anyone can get it as a high school football team in the state of Washington recently found out. 

Guitarist Mick Mars is retiring from touring with the band Mötley Crüe, due to a condition called ankylosing spondylitis, a degenerative disease which affects the spine.

Reality star Kelly Osbourne made news recently with her diagnosis of gestational diabetes. While it typically resolves itself following pregnancy, this diagnosis is becoming more common. 

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that's frustrating for so many reasons – there's no cure,  there are many symptoms and every day can be challenging for those affected. 

Some have called sitting the new smoking. While it's up for debate,  being sedentary is detrimental to our health from a risk of obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. It's time to get moving. ...