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2023
June
07,
2023
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12:24 PM
America/Chicago
Fears of the unknown are normal, but AI can be useful to your health if you can navigate it.
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June
05,
2023
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14:58 PM
America/Chicago
A recent study from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) suggests women are more than twice as likely to die after a heart attack than men. The study included 884 patients, and 27% of them were women with an average age of 67. The average age of ...
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June
05,
2023
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13:31 PM
America/Chicago
With kids out of school and farmers in the fields, experts say now is the time to review the basics of farm safety.
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June
05,
2023
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12:34 PM
America/Chicago
Summer is a great time to start a walking program. Walking provides many health benefits and isn't a taxing workout.
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June
01,
2023
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12:00 PM
America/Chicago
A study finds that epidurals can help mother and baby bond and it may decrease the risk of postpartum depression.
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June
01,
2023
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07:58 AM
America/Chicago
June is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) awareness month.
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May
31,
2023
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
Experts say while most bug bites are not serious, there are times when you need to see a health care provider immediately.
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May
31,
2023
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08:05 AM
America/Chicago
Don't Sleep on Sleep Apnea. The More Than a Snore campaign looks to address the condition.
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May
30,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
June 1st begins CPR and AED Awareness Week. A smartphone app used by OSF HealthCare trains you on both lifesaving techniques.
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May
30,
2023
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07:48 AM
America/Chicago
Older adults are at a higher risk for a stroke. But the good news: steps to prevent a stroke are the same no matter your age.
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May
29,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
The last Wednesday in May is National Senior Health & Fitness Day. It's the perfect time to take stock of heart health.
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May
25,
2023
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14:00 PM
America/Chicago
It's time to get out and enjoy the sun, but men need to be especially careful due to a greater risk of developing melanoma.
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May
25,
2023
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11:02 AM
America/Chicago
OnCall Urgent Care Clinics in the Chicago area have bilingual staff on-site to meet patients' needs.
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May
23,
2023
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10:13 AM
America/Chicago
The latest workout to captivate social media requires you to dust off your math skills: three miles per hour on a treadmill at an incline of 12% for 30 minutes.
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May
22,
2023
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12:53 PM
America/Chicago
Taylor Swift fans have another reason to celebrate: one of her songs could help save the life of someone in cardiac arrest.
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May
22,
2023
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09:57 AM
America/Chicago
There’s no debating that being a first responder is stressful, but it’s rewarding, says one longtime OSF Mission Partner who trains those workers.
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May
17,
2023
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15:10 PM
America/Chicago
A key to having a heart-healthy lifestyle is sleep. OSF HealthCare doctors describe how poor sleeping habits can have negative long-lasting impacts.
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May
17,
2023
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13:49 PM
America/Chicago
A recent study on mice in Australia linked damage inside the nose to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia.
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May
17,
2023
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13:01 PM
America/Chicago
While many breast cancer risks are out of your control, there’s just as much you can control.
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May
12,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, is seen in up to 40% of children, according to an OSF HealthCare pediatrician.
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May
11,
2023
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08:59 AM
America/Chicago
The FDA approved the first RSV vaccine for people ages 60 and over. But the vaccine rollout could soon impact soon-to-be mothers.
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May
10,
2023
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15:00 PM
America/Chicago
After three years of shut-downs, mask mandates and social distancing, COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency.
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May
10,
2023
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09:07 AM
America/Chicago
Most medical professionals agree there is some evidence for migraines caused by changes in barometric pressure. There are ways to lessen the impact of the headaches.
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May
10,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Much has been made about bone broth lately thanks to comments made by actress Gwyneth Paltrow. While it has many potential benefits, experts are clear that bone broth is not a meal by itself.
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May
08,
2023
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09:30 AM
America/Chicago
Nearly 1 in 10 Americans battle depression. How support from just one person can make all the difference.
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May
08,
2023
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09:29 AM
America/Chicago
Television personality and conservationist Bindi Irwin recently spoke on social media about her struggle with endometriosis. It's a disease all women should be aware of.
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May
03,
2023
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11:25 AM
America/Chicago
Pancreatic cancer is not a common cancer, but there have been a few celebrities over the years who've died from the disease. The latest is TV host Jerry Springer who died at the age of 79.
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May
02,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
Technology to fight against breast cancer is improving. Hear what breast health resources are offered at OSF HealthCare.
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May
01,
2023
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10:33 AM
America/Chicago
Before you head out for that hike, health care experts remind you to take precautions to avoid tick bites.
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May
01,
2023
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09:32 AM
America/Chicago
A cutting-edge stroke drug recently rolled out at OSF HealthCare, Tenecteplase, is already turning the tide for people who have suffered a stroke.
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