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Expectant mothers, especially those who’ll be delivering their first baby, already have plenty of questions and fears. Now, the reality they’ll be bringing new life into the world during the COVID-19 pandemic is adding to anxiety levels. Dr. Melin...

As children, we were constantly lectured to wash our hands. It not only helped get rid of dirt and grime, it also helped eliminate germs. In the past few months, that lesson has been played out across the globe as a reminder that good hand hygiene ca...

From fairs and festivals to ballgames and backyard barbecues, we love spending time in the summer sun. However, outdoor enthusiasts need to be aware that the typical Midwestern heat and humidity can create a challenge to staying hydrated. Since wa...

As we head into the summer months, kids will head outdoors for some fun in the sun. But during summertime the sun's rays are at their strongest, and parents must be even more vigilant about protecting their kids’ delicate skin. The risk for skin d...

Becket Neeley is like many 3-year-old boys, he’s full of energy and never seems to stop moving. He loves everything dinosaur and can cite multiple characteristics about the various species. Hard to imagine, but if not for the swift action of his moth...

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), COVID-19 is an infectious disease that primarily attacks the lungs. Smoking impairs lung function making it harder for the body to fight off coronaviruses and other diseases. Tobacco also is a major r...

For the past few months, Americans have been using their homes for workspace and classrooms for their children, in an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19. While there are advantages to being tucked away at home, stay-at-home also has its pi...

Pediatricians and researchers are working to learn more about a mysterious inflammatory syndrome linked to COVID-19 that has been reported in children. The shock-like syndrome, dubbed "multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children" (MIS-C) by the ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for many people, but for those dealing with cancer, it can be downright overwhelming. Every day, people are given a cancer diagnosis, which means grappling not only with the devastating news, but dealing ...

When Jose Barraza developed a headache, cough, sore throat and chills, he wasn’t sure what was wrong with him. He just knew he was sick. But it wasn’t until he began experiencing shortness of breath, that his wife insisted he seek medical care immedi...

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new way of life for everyone. From grocery shopping to socializing, Americans have turned to online options to get what they need, whether it be a head of lettuce or time talking to a friend. Now OSF HealthCare ...

During a pandemic, there’s certainly enough to worry about – your health, the wellbeing of loved ones, job loss – so it’s no surprise that people would experience sleeping difficulties during this unprecedented time. That’s why experts agree that con...

OSF HealthCare Mission Partner Dave Ford hadn’t seen his wife Darla for 38 days. During that time, the 64-year-old Urbana man was in a fight for his life, recovering from the devastating effects of COVID-19. Dave’s care included six weeks in the h...

The number of patients diagnosed with COVID-19 grows every day throughout the U.S. and across the world. As positive cases mount, so does the need for research into who is most at risk. A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prev...

Let’s face it. Our world has been turned upside down thanks to COVID-19. Along with trying to stay healthy, this pandemic has cost many people their jobs, or forced them to work from home. And while being home during this uncertain time poses certain...

Staying home and avoiding the risk of exposure is the best way to protect yourself from novel coronavirus (COVID-19). However, as people all around the world were urged to stay home and stay safe, visits to emergency departments everywhere sharply de...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added six new symptoms for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). In addition to fever, cough, and shortness of breath, the CDC has now added more defined symptoms related to having a fever including ch...

While everyone has been paying extra attention to the COVID-19 pandemic and taking care to stay home and away from others, that may not always be the best solution when it comes to potential health emergencies. For anyone experiencing symptoms of a h...

The COVID-19 pandemic has meant changes, sometimes significant, to everyday life. This can mean sudden changes to routines, challenging circumstances, and perhaps financial strain that contributes to stress in households. These difficult circumsta...

As health care systems across the country grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, training medical staff during this unprecedented time has taken on an even greater urgency. Across the Ministry, OSF HealthCare is working diligently with its frontline Mis...

During these unprecedented times, shopping for life’s essentials takes some planning, a little creativity and definitely precaution to limit you and your family’s risk of exposure to novel coronavirus (COVID-19). And as stores begin restricting th...

You’re working from home. The kids are out of school. Your favorite places are closed. And you’re stuck indoors. Everyone is challenged by changes because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone reacts differently to stressful solutions, but when there...

Novel coronaviris (COVID-19) has drastically changed our way of life. From shuttered schools to stay-home orders, these changes can be hard to deal with, and might be confusing and scary for kids especially. Cheryl Crowe is the director of Behavioral...

The COVID-19 Pandemic Digital Response center has made available digital solutions for the public. Whether you prefer to text, call or chat with a digital assistant, OSF HealthCare is leveraging every communication tool to support individuals worried...

OSF HealthCare is keeping the public informed as Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads throughout the nation. In addition to Clare, the virtual assistant chatbot on osfhealthcare.org, OSF HealthCare has launched a second digital solution to educate and tria...

(March 13, 2020 | Peoria, Illinois) – OSF HealthCare has always taken a leadership role in preparing for and responding to the spread of infectious diseases. To better serve our patients and the community, OSF HealthCare has launched an updated digit...

It’s the time of year when we can see the winter finish line. Spring is right around the corner, and many of us have a bad case of cabin fever. The final dregs of winter can feel like an eternity, but according to Matt Janus, an exercise physiolog...

There are  interview clips below featuring both the director of Infection Prevention and Control and the director of the Office of Preparedness and Response for OSF HealthCare. OSF HealthCare leaders remain prepared and on alert if the situation c...

Editor's note: (Updated 3/10/20 at 3 p.m.) The CDC estimates flu has caused 34 million illnesses, 350,000 hospitalizations and 20,000 deaths this season, according to the agency's most recent FluView report. Despite heightened alerts about the nov...

The flu continues to hit hard. The Centers for Disease Contol (CDC) has reported almost 175,000 Americans sickened by the virus so far this year. Nationwide, more than 100 children have died from the illness this flu season alone. One of the best ...