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Good news from the American Cancer Society's latest report –  cancer deaths have significantly dropped since 1991. But medical experts say there's still a long way to go. ...

Many people have pledged to find a healthy diet in the new year. But there’s a lot more to it than just grabbing every “reduced fat” item off the grocery store shelf....

New childhood obesity guidelines from the AAP include medication and surgery. An OSF HealthCare dietician says families should be all in with their plan....

For years heart disease has been considered to be something that mainly affects adults over the age of 65, but the prevalence of heart issues in young people is on the rise....

A new report in JAMA Pediatrics says high school-aged children are experimenting more with alcohol....

A new report from the Pew Research Center says children's' mental health is a top concern for parents....

In his recent memoir, Prince Harry revealed that he has struggled with agoraphobia over the years. ...

Bacterial meningitis claims about 250,000 people a year, including well-known guitarist Jeff Beck. It affects people of all ages, but young children seem to be at the greatest risk. ...

Model and media personality Hailey Bieber recently revealed that she has been suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) stemming from a stroke in 2022....

The statistics on hepatitis B might make eyeballs widen, but an OSF HealthCare gastroenterologist says they are not a reason to panic....

Actress Ashley Tisdale recently revealed she struggles with alopecia, the autoimmune disorder first brought to prominence by Jada Pinkett-Smith. ...

“Cold plunging” is the latest trend on the popular social media app TikTok - but is it safe?...

HGTV's Christina Hall is suffering from mercury and lead poisoning. She chalks it up to her work rehabbing older homes, but that's not the only way to acquire this potentially serious health issue. ...

While there are many types of hepatitis – A, B, C, D and E – they all describe inflammation of the liver....

Often times the gallbladder is something that is not thought about until an issue occurs, but it plays an important role in our overall health. ...

Chicago White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks has announced that he has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) and would be starting chemotherapy treatments. ...

Overworked? Feeling unappreciated? Burned out? A U.S. Surgeon General report reveals these are all signs of a toxic workplace, which can impact workers' health in more ways than one. ...

Health care providers everywhere are trained to ask people about social determinants of health and link them with resources....

Many people are looking to improve their eating habits in 2023.  According to one OSF HealthCare dietitian, there's no quick fix when it comes to proper nutrition. It's a habit that takes time. ...

From Elon Musk to TikTokers, ongoing social media chatter claims drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy are the magic way to weight loss. Doctors say it's not that simple....

Vitamins are critical for our health. Taking a daily vitamin of some sort may seem beneficial, but it is important to make sure you are not overconsuming them....

Couples who sleep in the same bed but are not getting that coveted seven to eight hours of shut eye can slumber with some degree of separation....

After professional football player Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest during a game, experts are talking about the importance of knowing CPR....

A recent study reveals that caffeine during pregnancy can impact a child's height. While it's nothing to be overly concerned with, cutting back on caffeine intake is never a bad thing. ...

A pediatrician and a pediatric infectious disease specialist weigh-in on how concerned parents should be about the tripledemic of RSV, flu and COVID-19....

While medications to help combat congestion are flying off store shelves, some people are taking matters into their own hands and are resorting to at-home remedies....

Dry January continues to be a trend, a response to younger generations of consumers drinking less. It's also good from a health perspective as long term drinking can increase the risk of developing diabetes, strokes, hypertension and depression....

A 2023 resolution may be to clean out the medicine cabinet. OSF Mission Partners who are passionate about reducing drug abuse are reminding you about safe medicine disposal....

The World Health Organization  recently rolled out new guidelines to improve survival and health outcomes for small babies under 5.5 pounds or babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. ...

The Midwest is facing its first major winter storm, with more to follow since we're just starting the winter season. That could make for a lot of snow shoveling, and the potential for serious injury.More than 195,000 people are injured every year due...