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If you sprain an ankle during a basketball game, doctors have a good idea of how to treat it. But if you have daily aches, pains and swelling in your legs, it will require some investigation.

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.

A healthy diet isn’t a cure-all for liver issues, but it can help. An OSF gastroenterology provider explores the Mediterranean diet as one option.

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.

OSF gastroenterologist Dr. Omar Khokhar says a few daily habits can improve your overall digestive health for life.

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 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.

New guidelines from the American Heart Association and other leading health organizations call for lowering targets for LDL cholesterol.

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?

From misconceptions about symptoms to stereotypes about drugs like Adderall, there’s a lot to parse out when getting treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Bringing a baby home from the hospital is stressful, but exciting. Rightfully so, much of the focus is on the child's health. But don't forget about mom's needs.

Health care providers want women to know perimenopause is a normal part of aging, and symptoms are treatable.

If your health care provider says “spine disorder,” you might stop in your tracks. But you don’t have to. Learn how these issues are a spectrum and what is and isn't concerning.

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.

Though not one of the most common cancers, experts have seen liver cancer cases rise in recent years. Luckily, treatment has evolved, too. 

Reaching 50 is a pivotal time in most people's lives. It's also an important time to make lifestyle changes that can help shape a healthy future. 

January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day. Something to learn about: Perinatal mood, anxiety and depression.

Making lifestyle changes is more important than setting a date to lose weight, says Dr. Kidanu Birhanu. 

Dietitians recommend being smart when making resolutions pertaining to weight loss this year. 

You may be thinking “New year, new me!” Well, here are some new foods to add in 2026 to help your lifestyle, according to Sydney Russell, an oncology dietitian.

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

Enjoy holiday meals and don't overeat, says one OSF physician. It’s not a race.

October is Menopause Awareness Month. Be wary of over-the-counter cure-alls for menopause symptoms, says one OSF HealthCare gynecologist.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While many breast cancer risks are out of your control, there’s just as much you can control.

Lance Bass is among those who have shared a diabetes diagnosis that was later found to be Type 1.5. Now, providers are continuing to educate the public about this relatively new term.

Apples aren't the only fruit to keep the doctor away. Hear from Katrina Sommer, an advanced clinical dietitian with OSF HealthCare, about how to lower your cancer risk.

Burnout means different things to different people. But one thing’s for sure: you should know the skills to cope with it to avoid a mental health crisis.

One OSF Mission Partner saw his whole body change for the better in cardiac rehabilitation. Now he's telling others what to expect.

Donna Fortson has dealt with many health issues as an adult. But thanks to getting serious about losing weight, she's finally turning a corner. 

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.