Articles tagged with 'health' | OSF HealthCare

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. You might think of it as a kid problem, but seniors can be bullied too.

Dry, cold weather can be a nuisance in many ways. One you might not think about: cracks and other skin issues that, if not treated, can lead to serious wounds.

Some products, like receipts, have a chemical that can increase your risk for health issues if it's absorbed through your skin. What's the level of concern?

Health care providers advise you to stay active but rest when sick. How can you reconcile the two? An OSF expert has tips on working out while under the weather.

A COPD diagnosis might bring fear and uncertainty. But treatment has progressed in recent years, and a diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean a reduced quality of life.

It's part two of a two part story. Here’s a checklist of spots in your home that you might not realize need regular cleaning to prevent illness spread.

A beloved actress opened up about her breast cancer journey and how a routine mammogram followed by additional screening changed her life. 

A new school year means kids are in new spaces and around new people, raising the risk of pesky health concerns.

Here’s a checklist of spots in your home that you might not realize need regular cleaning to prevent illness spread.

A viral infection, parvovirus, has been spreading in America. Dr. Doug Kasper, an infectious disease specialist with OSF, breaks down why that is and what you need to know.

Cancer treatment can be taxing enough. But you could also go to physical, occupational or speech therapy. Here's what to expect.

A new report from the CDC says Americans are getting more tired. Chronic fatigue syndrome can play a role. It's a tough ailment to live with, but there are ways to ease the symptoms.

Weight loss drugs are more popular than ever, leading people to seek options that are quicker and cheaper than an in-person doctor visit. How can you tell if online pharmacies are legitimate?

Back-to-school season means enrolling kids in sports and activities. Parents should know the ins and outs so the child can get the most out of it.

Here’s a roadmap for adults to help kids navigate ninth through 12th grade.

If you must have an extended stay in the hospital, you and your loved ones should know ahead of time what personal items to bring.

Summer sun rays are a primary source of vitamin D, an important tool for our body. Should you be concerned that you’re getting too much or too little vitamin D?

Your kids may see their favorite athlete or influencer using pre-workout supplements. What's the safe way to do so as we enter the fall sports season?

August is Breastfeeding Month. Whether choosing that route or formula, feeding might bring speed bumps to start. Experts have alternatives.

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Bringing a new baby home raises the focus on their and mom’s well-being. Toward the top of the list: what and how the child is being fed.

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.

One OSF behavioral health provider is debunking myths about mental health care so you can get the most out of your therapy sessions. 

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.

Back to school season will be here soon. Kids leaving for college or the workforce brings emotional challenges for everyone. Here’s how to navigate them.

Video games are seen as a young person hobby, but people of any age can get addicted. Here are some strategies to be a healthy gamer.

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.

It's important to fuel up to start the day. But sometimes life gets in the way. How can you work a healthy breakfast into a busy lifestyle?

It’s no surprise that going from school to the “real world” can being stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges. What matters is how you respond.

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.