2024
April
04,
2024
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11:03 AM
America/Chicago
The U.S. is seeing more cases of measles this year due to the number of unvaccinated people and more international travel. Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose and rash.
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2023
October
11,
2023
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11:09 AM
America/Chicago
When helping someone with a terminal illness, sometimes just listening is the best medicine.
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July
17,
2023
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14:56 PM
America/Chicago
The FDA approved the first RSV vaccine for people ages 60 and over. But the vaccine rollout could soon impact soon-to-be mothers.
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June
27,
2023
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16:02 PM
America/Chicago
Multiple celebrities including Tony Romo, Shaun Livingston and Dustin Jacoby visited OSF Children's Hospital in advance of the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois Pro-Am golf tournament.
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June
27,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
After another child swallowed a water bead toy and went to the hospital, providers are talking about the signs of poisoning and choking and the steps to reverse each.
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March
10,
2023
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09:11 AM
America/Chicago
It’s important for kids to establish good eating behaviors early. An OSF HealthCare pediatrician has a checklist for parents.
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February
16,
2023
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18:22 PM
America/Chicago
Is your baby getting to the age where you're looking to add solid foods to their diet? There are some tips to help the transition go smoothly.
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February
09,
2023
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09:10 AM
America/Chicago
A recent study suggests frequent social media use leads to changes in brain development during the formative adolescent years.
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January
31,
2023
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09:18 AM
America/Chicago
A new report from the Pew Research Center says children's' mental health is a top concern for parents.
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2022
October
14,
2022
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10:17 AM
America/Chicago
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 …
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August
05,
2022
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10:19 AM
America/Chicago
The CDC has noted a national decline in pediatric immunizations. An OSF HealthCare pediatrician discusses why this is concerning and how parents can get their kids back on track.
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June
22,
2022
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12:20 PM
America/Chicago
OSF Children's Hospital is fixing the hearts of premature babies with an exciting new device called a Piccolo. Little Journey Lindstrom was the first to have the procedure before she was two months old. This is her story and includes video and audio …
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May
19,
2022
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10:38 AM
America/Chicago
As the national baby formula shortage continues, an OSF HealthCare pediatrician gives advice on navigating the situation safely.
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May
13,
2022
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10:52 AM
America/Chicago
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.
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February
15,
2022
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15:48 PM
America/Chicago
A project led by the OSF Design Lab that leverages data and artificial intelligence to improve childhood vaccination rates has received national recognition as well as $25,000 in funding. The US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), …
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January
19,
2022
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14:46 PM
America/Chicago
Twenty research projects are sharing slightly more than $1.4 million in funding through the Jump ARCHES research and development program to address a variety of vexing medical challenges including neurological testing for children and athletes (such …
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January
19,
2022
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14:34 PM
America/Chicago
All too many times, high school, college or even pro athletes push to be able to stay in play after a hard hit during a game, or they push to get back on the field after they’ve been held out due to a concussion. While sideline testing is done, it …
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2021
December
10,
2021
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08:07 AM
America/Chicago
Two teams of OSF HealthCare heart specialists worked together to give a 30 year old congenital heart patient a new lease on life, without the need for open heart surgery. The route they took put Kayla Pepmeyer on the map – she is now one of …
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October
27,
2021
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09:35 AM
America/Chicago
Halloween won’t be as scary this year compared to last year for one big reason: COVID-19 vaccinations for those who are 12 and older. Federal officials who discouraged trick-or-treating a year ago now say it’s OK as long as you take …
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August
06,
2021
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09:45 AM
America/Chicago
The American Academy of Pediatricians says COVID-19 cases among children and teens jumped 84% in one week’s time with more than 72,000 kids acquiring the disease between July 22 and July 29. That’s alarming pediatricians and medical …
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June
17,
2021
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11:14 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois has been recognized as a Best Children’s Hospital for 2021-22 by U.S. News & World Report.OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois was recognized among the top three …
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May
21,
2021
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11:02 AM
America/Chicago
Parents with young children are seeing a variety of regressive behavior that pediatricians and therapists are tying to the trauma of the COVID-19 pandemic. These behavioral changes are taking a variety of forms depending on the age of the child and …
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May
06,
2021
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13:22 PM
America/Chicago
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, visitor restrictions and other limitations have been challenging for loved ones and those who have been hospitalized during this time. While necessary to limit any exposure to or potential spread of the …
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April
23,
2021
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10:00 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare is pleased to announce that effective May 1, patients who are enrolled in Meridian Medicaid will be able to access OSF HealthCare hospitals and physicians as part of their insurance plan. The coverage applies across the state and …
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April
14,
2021
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14:21 PM
America/Chicago
To look at him now, you would never guess 22-month-old Beau Kientzle was different than any other energetic and curious toddler. But flashback to June 1, 2019 – the day Beau was born – and it’s a different story.The first child of …
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February
24,
2021
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12:08 PM
America/Chicago
Despite the availability of free routine immunizations for low-income families through a federal program, many children are not vaccinated, vaccinated late for their age, or don’t complete the course of the immunization schedule. OSF …
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2020
September
10,
2020
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08:46 AM
America/Chicago
Even the smallest child can benefit from someone reading to them, including babies born prematurely. Reading helps babies with neuro-development and language skills and is a positive experience for families, helping to give a sense of normalcy of …
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July
10,
2020
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11:00 AM
America/Chicago
It’s not uncommon for a child to have an occasional swollen ankle, high fever or just a rundown feeling. But put these symptoms together and it may be signs of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid …
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July
07,
2020
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14:14 PM
America/Chicago
Parents always want to do what’s best for their children. Sometimes that requires a little extra help, particularly if a child has a developmental delay.
Abigail Harper, 8, has cerebral palsy due to a brain abnormality and receives physical …
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July
02,
2020
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13:39 PM
America/Chicago
From BBQs to beach time, plenty of families are planning on some outdoor fun this summer. During their time in the sun, parents need to make sure their kids are covered, and there are plenty of SPF options available. But for parents of infants under …
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