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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....

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....

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.

After performing bystander CPR to save Lester Lindsey's Life, Shannon Walter got to reunite with the man.

During holiday eating, you may encounter reflux. It's painful and annoying in mild cases and can necessitate surgery in advanced instances.

November 16 is the Great American Smokeout, a time to look into dropping the unhealthy habit.

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.

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....

Now is the perfect time to take stock of heart health.

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

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.  

Bloating is not uncommon, but it has many causes. So it's important to see a health care provider if symptoms persist.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to understand the seriousness of the disease and know your risk.

“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...

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and ulcers are an example of why the disease should be treated early.

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.

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...

OSF HealthCare Psychotherapist Sara Bennett walks through the seven pillars of self-care and how to implement them into our lives. 

The new trend is adding cottage cheese to your diet. Where does fad end and healthy eating begin?

Alcohol use went up during the pandemic. It's a risk factor for fatty liver disease.

Federal officials drafted a groundbreaking recommendation surrounding common breast screenings. We share the new guidance and when you should talk with your doctor.

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.

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.

When helping someone with a terminal illness, sometimes just listening is the best medicine.

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.

OSF cardiothoracic surgeon: “When we are metabolically healthy, our bodies are properly utilizing the inputs we are giving it."

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. 

While many breast cancer risks are out of your control, there’s just as much you can control.

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.

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.