2026
August
26,
2026
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
A back to school tip: avoid going barefoot to reduce the risk of painful plantar warts.
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August
10,
2026
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
In part one of a two part story on hygiene myths, our expert talks about treating illnesses and how often you should wash off.
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August
05,
2026
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
With outdoor sports like football getting underway soon, experts want people with asthma to know how to exercise and avoid a flare up.
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June
15,
2026
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
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?
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June
08,
2026
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
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.
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June
01,
2026
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08:24 AM
America/Chicago
Just in time for summer, an OSF pediatrics expert is reminding people, especially kids, about the benefits of reading for pleasure, not just when it’s required.
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May
04,
2026
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. A concept to know: big emotions, like anger, sadness and fear. An OSF HealthCare psychotherapist shares some healthy ways to manage them.
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April
28,
2026
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
If you're pulling the bicycle out of the garage for Bike To Work Day in May or just to enjoy warm weather, keep safety tips in mind to avoid a trip to the emergency department.
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2025
November
25,
2025
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12:31 PM
America/Chicago
With holiday gatherings upon us, it's time to talk to your kids about nail hygiene, handwashing, treating cuts and more.
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October
28,
2025
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Bronchiolitis is similar to bronchitis, and parents should be aware of it this fall and winter.
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September
16,
2025
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08:52 AM
America/Chicago
National Farm Health and Safety Week begins September 21. It's a good time to review the basics of farm safety.
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January
14,
2025
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14:00 PM
America/Chicago
With social media influencing kids now more than ever, it’s a good idea to recap the dangers.
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2024
December
24,
2024
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06:42 AM
America/Chicago
Deserting a food desert can be tough, but experts have tips.
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December
09,
2024
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10:30 AM
America/Chicago
The good news for parents: in most cases, your child doesn’t have to miss school and can be treated with over-the-counter remedies.
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August
29,
2024
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09:47 AM
America/Chicago
A new COVID-19 vaccine is available for Americans. Dr. Doug Kasper, an infectious disease specialist with OSF, talks about the difference in the vaccine and where to get it.
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August
28,
2024
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14:00 PM
America/Chicago
Summer may be winding down, but health care providers want you to know that heat rash can happen year-round.
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August
14,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Something to consider when building healthy habits during back-to-school season: the mouth is the gateway to the body.
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June
03,
2024
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14:14 PM
America/Chicago
An OSF child psychologist says the Inside Out movies get a lot right when it comes to kids' emotions and how parents can help.
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March
25,
2024
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11:00 AM
America/Chicago
With polio and measles in the news, Phyllis Kemnetz’s polio survival story is a reminder of how far we’ve come with vaccinations.
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2023
June
27,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
After another child swallowed a water bead toy and went to the hospital, providers are talking about the signs of poisoning and choking and the steps to reverse each.
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February
09,
2023
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09:10 AM
America/Chicago
A recent study suggests frequent social media use leads to changes in brain development during the formative adolescent years.
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2022
September
27,
2022
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15:52 PM
America/Chicago
It’s a perfect time to change lifestyles to avoid cholesterol problems as we enter the holiday eating season.
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