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2026
June
23,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
There is some evidence for migraines caused by changes in barometric pressure, such as summer thunderstorms. There are ways to lessen the impact of the headaches.
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June
08,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
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.
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June
01,
2026
| 08:24 AM America/Chicago
Just in time for summer, an OSF pediatrics expert is reminding people, especially kids, about the benefits of reading for pleasure, not just when it’s required.
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May
18,
2026
| 13:30 PM America/Chicago
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.
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May
11,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. The senior in your life may be asking: why should I keep exercising in my golden years? What’s the right way to do it?
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May
04,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
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.
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April
30,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Results of a recent study show coffee could support better gut and mood because it can be beneficial to a person's gut microbiome, but more research is needed. 
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April
28,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
If you're pulling the bicycle out of the garage for Bike To Work Day in May or just to enjoy warm weather, keep safety tips in mind to avoid a trip to the emergency department.
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April
15,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Warm weather means more outdoor activities involving alcohol. Read about the consequences of excessive drinking.
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January
14,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day. Something to learn about: Perinatal mood, anxiety and depression.
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2025
December
29,
2025
| 09:57 AM America/Chicago
Old age issues like Parkinson's disease bring mental health concerns. Small group therapy is one way to help.
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December
10,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Enjoy holiday meals and don't overeat, says one OSF physician. It’s not a race.
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November
26,
2025
| 09:05 AM America/Chicago
Deep breathing and simple habits could help reset the vagus nerve and improve digestion, especially before and after a heavy holiday meal.
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November
19,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Holiday meals bring sweets in bountiful amounts. People with diabetes must closely monitor their intake of sugar and carbohydrates.
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May
01,
2025
| 13:52 PM America/Chicago
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Danville, Illinois, radio host Laura Williams learned stroke symptoms from OSF. Later, she would use that knowledge to save her life.
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March
26,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Pondering what cooking options are best for your brain? Here’s some food for thought. Tiffani Franada, DO, a neurologist with OSF, works with patients to find the best diets for brain health. 
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March
12,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
It’s not Star Wars. It’s brain surgery.
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March
10,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
The OSF HealthCare Illinois Neurological Institute has launched a clinical trial for patients with nonrelapsing secondary progressive MS (nrSPMS).
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March
06,
2025
| 12:04 PM America/Chicago
Numerous celebrities have dealt with a voice disorder. When the headlines end, health care providers dive into what causes these problems and give hope to people who want to communicate again.
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March
05,
2025
| 07:55 AM America/Chicago
An online search will yield plenty of at-home hacks for migraines. They're not cure-alls, but some are actually backed up by science.
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January
14,
2025
| 14:00 PM America/Chicago
With social media influencing kids now more than ever, it’s a good idea to recap the dangers.
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January
06,
2025
| 13:00 PM America/Chicago
Coughing can be normal, but coughing up things like vomit and blood should be looked into quickly.
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2024
November
07,
2024
| 14:55 PM America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare has teamed up with Peoria Playhouse Children's Museum to offer STEAM activities throughout November.
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September
03,
2024
| 02:00 AM America/Chicago
September is Sepsis Awareness Month. Officials want you to know how hospitals fight sepsis and when to speak up. One case in East Central Illinois is proof.
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July
03,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
New technology, partnered with artificial intelligence (AI), is helping patients in the Chicago area who may be at risk of stroke.
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June
11,
2024
| 08:06 AM America/Chicago
This 60-year hospital volunteer in Danville, Illinois, is a testament to the health benefits of helping out.
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June
03,
2024
| 14:14 PM America/Chicago
An OSF child psychologist says the Inside Out movies get a lot right when it comes to kids' emotions and how parents can help.
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March
22,
2024
| 11:09 AM America/Chicago
New federal data show nearly 108,000 people died of an overdose in 2022. That's up slightly from 2021.
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2023
November
01,
2023
| 10:00 AM America/Chicago
Heart attack symptoms can sometimes seem like everyday pain, so it's important to know the signs and call 9-1-1 quickly.
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August
28,
2023
| 09:39 AM America/Chicago
Telestroke is a form of telemedicine used in Emergency Departments. It allows suspected stroke patients to get life-saving care quicker.
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