2023
December
04,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
For parents, it’s a yearly dance with kids at school and family gatherings that help spread germs, colds and viruses. Kimberly Walker, MD, a family medicine physician at OSF HealthCare, has some helpful advice....
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November
27,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
When kids are in school and loved ones are gathering for the holidays, viruses tend to make the rounds. Dr. Kinnera Are, a pediatrician with OSF HealthCare, discusses ways we can protect ourselves and others....
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November
21,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
As dinner plates get filled this holiday season, it’s important to decide what to, and what not to add to your meal. Health experts say moderation is key.
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November
18,
2023
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15:51 PM
America/Chicago
After performing bystander CPR to save Lester Lindsey's Life, Shannon Walter got to reunite with the man.
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November
15,
2023
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08:37 AM
America/Chicago
During holiday eating, you may encounter reflux. It's painful and annoying in mild cases and can necessitate surgery in advanced instances.
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November
14,
2023
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08:43 AM
America/Chicago
November 16 is the Great American Smokeout, a time to look into dropping the unhealthy habit.
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November
13,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
As business and leisure travel exceeds pre-pandemic levels, explorers embark on adventures across the world. Dr. Nadeem Ahmed with OSF HealthCare shares tips on how to minimize the condition.
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November
06,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Winning a sporting event can come down to the last second or even just a couple of inches. And athletes look for whatever might give them the edge against their opponents.One example: smelling salts, a trend that is making the rounds on social media....
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November
03,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Now is the perfect time to take stock of heart health.
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November
02,
2023
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09:06 AM
America/Chicago
Enjoy holiday meals and don't overeat, says one OSF physician. It’s not a race.
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November
02,
2023
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07:00 AM
America/Chicago
An OSF expert agrees with the American Association of Sleep Medicine's call for a standard time, to eliminate moving the clock back and forth for Daylight Saving Time.
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October
31,
2023
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12:47 PM
America/Chicago
Bloating is not uncommon, but it has many causes. So it's important to see a health care provider if symptoms persist.
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October
31,
2023
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09:36 AM
America/Chicago
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to understand the seriousness of the disease and know your risk.
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October
30,
2023
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09:51 AM
America/Chicago
“During cancer, you have that mindset of ‘am I going to be able to achieve the things that I want? Am I still going to have that future I dreamt of?”These questions flooded the mind of Savanna Christensen in June 2020 when she received her first ovar...
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October
30,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and ulcers are an example of why the disease should be treated early.
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October
24,
2023
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15:54 PM
America/Chicago
As trick-or-treating nears, it’s important to keep your kids’ safety at the top of mind. Dr. Kyle Boerke with OSF HealthCare says to have conversations before leaving the house.
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October
23,
2023
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14:50 PM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare has earned the 2023 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recognition from the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). This marks the twelfth straight year OSF has achieved this honor.The Digital Health Most Wired su...
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October
23,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare Psychotherapist Sara Bennett walks through the seven pillars of self-care and how to implement them into our lives.
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October
20,
2023
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06:28 AM
America/Chicago
The new trend is adding cottage cheese to your diet. Where does fad end and healthy eating begin?
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October
16,
2023
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11:47 AM
America/Chicago
Alcohol use went up during the pandemic. It's a risk factor for fatty liver disease.
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October
16,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Federal officials drafted a groundbreaking recommendation surrounding common breast screenings. We share the new guidance and when you should talk with your doctor.
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October
13,
2023
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07:57 AM
America/Chicago
The conflict in the Middle East has left tragic images everywhere, and kids are watching. A behavioral health expert outlines how to talk to kids about tough topics.
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October
12,
2023
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08:31 AM
America/Chicago
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, experts are reframing the thinking about treatment of the disease: it doesn’t have to mean loss of your breasts.
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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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October
11,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Banesa Chavez, enfermera registrada de práctica avanzada de OSF HealthCare, afirma que la intervención temprana es clave para la prevención de la muerte por cáncer de mama.
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October
10,
2023
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09:06 AM
America/Chicago
OSF cardiothoracic surgeon: “When we are metabolically healthy, our bodies are properly utilizing the inputs we are giving it."
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October
09,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Home health remedies are one of the latest social media trends. Ashley Simper, manager of dietetic services, breaks down what is fact vs. fiction on two different concoctions.
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October
06,
2023
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08:01 AM
America/Chicago
While many breast cancer risks are out of your control, there’s just as much you can control.
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October
05,
2023
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08:38 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare hosted roughly 75 nurses from around the State of Illinois for SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) training. This was in collaboration with the Illinois Attorney General's office.
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September
18,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
While spring is commonly tied to allergies, fall comes with its own breathing challenges. An OSF HealthCare pulmonologist shares how to stay healthy during the cooler weather.
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