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If you believe the old adage ‘the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach,’ you might consider this –the stomach also provides a direct route to their brain, or more specifically their mood.  Comfort foods might make us feel good for a mom...

If you’ve visited your OB-GYN lately, you probably experienced a battery of preventive care services, including pap smears, pelvic exams and blood work. But your physician might have also mentioned something about scheduling your annual mammogram. ...

Each year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) strongly recommend parents get their children vaccinated against influenza. This year both organizations agree the flu shot is more import...

Professional golfer John Daly made a startling announcement on September 10, revealing that he had been diagnosed with bladder cancer. One of the most recognizable names on the PGA Tour, the 54-year-old Daly isn’t alone in his fight with bladder canc...

The 2020-2021 school year is looking drastically different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to an ongoing survey conducted by Burbio.com, more than 60% of U.S. K-12 public school students will be attending school remotely to start the school y...

As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s almost time for flu season, which typically runs from October through March. Every year in the United States, upwards of 10-percent of the population gets influenza. That’s roughly 30 million peo...

September is National Preparedness Month, and emergency preparedness experts are reminding people to take action now. This year‘s theme is “Disasters don’t wait, make your plan today.” “When we look at emergency preparedness we’re looking at lesso...

The onset of COVID-19 has drastically changed the way Americans work. According to research from Stanford University, 42% of the U.S. labor force is now working from home full-time. As businesses navigate the pandemic and adjust their bottom lines, t...

September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Once thought to be a disease that mostly impacted older men, the numbers tell a different story. All men are at risk for prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate can...

The untimely death of actor and Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman has devastated fans and shined a spotlight on colon cancer in younger adults. Boseman died on August 28 at age 43 after a long battle with the disease, one he did not disclose public...

What health care providers know about the COVID-19 virus now compared to when it first hit the US shores 9 months ago is significant. That includes how to treat it. Since the beginning of the pandemic, OSF HealthCare has become more successful at ...

There’s a lot of time, energy and money going into developing a vaccine against COVID-19. Until that happens, health leaders say it’s even more important, particularly for older adults, to get the vaccines that are available.  Approximately 40,000...

Facing a cancer diagnosis is filled with many uncertainties. There are a number of questions regarding medical appointments, treatments, ability to work and managing issues at home. That doesn’t even factor in the emotional issues of dealing with a s...

For thousands of student athletes across the country, the continuing pandemic has meant the cancelation of their sports camps and seasons. Pontiac, Illinois native Lindsey Hunt is a rising freshman on the Lincoln Land Community College women's bas...

As Americans continue to cope with COVID-19, which has led to uncertainty surrounding the availability and use of fitness centers, exercise enthusiasts may be in search of a routine that won’t compromise safety or break the bank. That’s where a wa...

As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, businesses continue to struggle, people are losing their jobs, and the American unemployment rate remains in double digits.  The US unemployment hit 10.2% in July of 2020, more than double than February’s rate of...

(Editor's note: This story has been updated 8/18/2020 to include a new travel map from the Illinois Department of Public Health to show states and countries that have a higher risk for travel because of COVID-19 case rates). Many airlines are offe...

Months into the pandemic, some COVID-19 survivors are experiencing a variety of health issues – such as severe exhaustion, headaches, muscle pain, and cognitive issues – that have some medical professionals believing that there may be a connection be...

The one thing that Joyce Patterson wanted for her birthday was to spend time with a horse. Patterson turned 100 on Monday, August 3. Thanks to her niece, Judy Umbdenstock, and the OSF hospice program, where Patterson is a patient, she got her wish...

When COVID-19 first made its way onto the American shore, it was mainly viewed as a devastating respiratory disease. Ventilator shortages made headlines. Patients described symptoms like difficulty breathing, or feeling like they were choking. How...

If you type in the word “drinking” into the search section of the social media platform Tik Tok, you can find thousands of videos centered around drinking – many using ironic hashtags such as #drinkingproblem #nodrinkingproblem #aaisforquitters #dayd...

The numbers are staggering. According to the American Diabetes Association, 34. 2 million Americans, or 10.5 percent of the population, had diabetes two years ago. There are 1.5 million new cases diagnosed every year, and diabetes is the seventh lead...

We’ve heard it before -- sugary drinks are contributing to the obesity epidemic. Now, a committee which reviews and updates the federal government’s dietary guidelines has new suggestions that cover everything from how much juice to give to toddlers ...

School is once again about to start for kids across the region, and whether students will be learning at home, online or in person at school, one of the major back-to-school battles that plagues parents is the daily wake up call. Getting your kids ou...

For men, their 50s can be a time of reflection and introspection. Many have worked three decades or more, watched children grow into adults and now their thoughts turn to retiring one day. But what about their health? Maybe they’ve had a few bumps an...

Protective face masks have become part of our day-to-day lives. Whether it’s covering up at the grocery store or masking for a meeting at work, it’s an effective way to help slow or prevent the spread of COVID-19. For months, the Centers for Disea...

It’s not uncommon for a child to have an occasional swollen ankle, high fever or just a rundown feeling. But put these symptoms together and it may be signs of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. A...

While interviewing for a job, Jeff Deaver of Pekin, Illinois saw a flyer for one of the STEAM courses offered through OSF Jump Trading Simulation and Education Center even before he was hired as a performance improvement specialist there. He thought,...

With high temperatures trending, those spending time outside should know the signs that they are getting overheated and need to get out of the elements. “There is about two and a half patients out of 100,000 that seek care for heat related illness...

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 10,000 people were treated for fireworks-related injuries in 2019. Of those, an estimated 73 hundred occurred near the 4th of July holiday. Because of the cancelation of many profess...