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Weight loss drugs are more popular than ever, leading people to seek options that are quicker and cheaper than an in-person doctor visit. How can you tell if online pharmacies are legitimate?

It goes without saying: mental health issues can spawn physical health problems. But let’s dig into one: how can being stressed all the time increase your risk for a stroke?

A new school year means kids are in new spaces and around new people, raising the risk of pesky health concerns.

Here’s a roadmap for adults to help kids navigate ninth through 12th grade.

School will be back in session soon. What’s the real scoop on weight gain in college? What are ways to avoid it? An OSF dietitian weighs in.

Back to school season will be here soon. Kids leaving for college or the workforce brings emotional challenges for everyone. Here’s how to navigate them.

Video games are seen as a young person hobby, but people of any age can get addicted. Here are some strategies to be a healthy gamer.

Warm weather means people flocking to lakes and rivers in droves. But something as simple as the wrong footwear can lead to an injury that ruins your day.

OSF psychotherapist Sara Bennett is back with phrases and body language that parents can use when working through a conflict with their teenager.

It's important to fuel up to start the day. But sometimes life gets in the way. How can you work a healthy breakfast into a busy lifestyle?

It’s no surprise that going from school to the “real world” can being stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges. What matters is how you respond.

The risk for cancer and stunted brain development remains the same with vaping. But the look of the vapes, the sensation you get when using them and the age at which kids start are all changing.

Lisa Schepers has been interim president of the Alton, Illinois, hospital since February 2026, when Zach Yoder departed to lead three other hospitals in the OSF Western Region.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, Kren Harmon, a licensed clinical social worker at OSF HealthCare, is talking about the scores of misinformation regarding seniors and mental health care.

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. Are you someone who needs their voice for work? Our speech pathologist gives everyday tips to maintain your vocal cords.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We take a deep dive into procrastination. There’s a science behind it and how it can affect our health.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It's time to talk about unique mental health challenges for farmers and others in a rural setting, says one OSF expert.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. A concept to know: big emotions, like anger, sadness and fear. An OSF HealthCare psychotherapist shares some healthy ways to manage them.

In the latest story in our “parent-teen relationship” series, OSF psychotherapist Sara Bennett outlines ways to resolve conflicts.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, corresponding with outdoor warm weather activities. Skin lesions come in many forms, and you should know when to see an expert.

Now that spring and warmer temperatures have arrived, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your health. What screenings have I missed? What habits can I start at home?

In part two of a multi-part story, OSF psychotherapist Sara Bennett outlines ways parents can build communication and trust with their teenagers.

In part one of a multi-part story, OSF psychotherapist Sara Bennett outlines ways parents can build communication and trust with their teenagers.

Here's another reason to pay attention to your oral health: poor gums and teeth could be a warning for brittle bones throughout your body.

Yes, people with diabetes can indulge, as long as they set limits and know the signs of something gone wrong.

During basketball season, you might hear the terms “hernia” and “sports hernia.” They're different, but each should be taken seriously.

Old age issues like Parkinson's disease bring mental health concerns. Small group therapy is one way to help.

OSF HealthCare is implementing an interim leadership plan in the Western Region.

A chronic physical condition can spawn mental health concerns. Luckily, experts have ways you can find balance between help and independence.

Sunburns aren't exclusive with hot months. Ultraviolet rays are present year-round. Karen Boyd, an oncology nurse navigator with OSF, says sunscreen is an important part of skin safety.