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October is National Bullying Prevention Month. You might think of it as a kid problem, but seniors can be bullied too.

Dry, cold weather can be a nuisance in many ways. One you might not think about: cracks and other skin issues that, if not treated, can lead to serious wounds.

Some products, like receipts, have a chemical that can increase your risk for health issues if it's absorbed through your skin. What's the level of concern?

Health care providers advise you to stay active but rest when sick. How can you reconcile the two? An OSF expert has tips on working out while under the weather.

A COPD diagnosis might bring fear and uncertainty. But treatment has progressed in recent years, and a diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean a reduced quality of life.

It's part two of a two part story. Here’s a checklist of spots in your home that you might not realize need regular cleaning to prevent illness spread.

A beloved actress opened up about her breast cancer journey and how a routine mammogram followed by additional screening changed her life. 

A new school year means kids are in new spaces and around new people, raising the risk of pesky health concerns.

When you hear about cancer, chemotherapy, radiation and surgery are what you hear the most. But your oncologist might recommend immunotherapy. One OSF doctor says: approach it with an open mind.

Here’s a checklist of spots in your home that you might not realize need regular cleaning to prevent illness spread.

A viral infection, parvovirus, has been spreading in America. Dr. Doug Kasper, an infectious disease specialist with OSF, breaks down why that is and what you need to know.

In part two of a two part story on cancer rehab, our experts have a symptom checklist. When should I listen to my body and see a physical, occupational or speech therapist?

Cancer treatment can be taxing enough. But you could also go to physical, occupational or speech therapy. Here's what to expect.

A new report from the CDC says Americans are getting more tired. Chronic fatigue syndrome can play a role. It's a tough ailment to live with, but there are ways to ease the symptoms.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Good news for men: the more invasive screening technique has fallen by the wayside, says one OSF doctor.

Weight loss drugs are more popular than ever, leading people to seek options that are quicker and cheaper than an in-person doctor visit. How can you tell if online pharmacies are legitimate?

It goes without saying: mental health issues can spawn physical health problems. But let’s dig into one: how can being stressed all the time increase your risk for a stroke?

Back-to-school season means enrolling kids in sports and activities. Parents should know the ins and outs so the child can get the most out of it.

Sixty five beds are available for inpatient behavioral health, addressing long-standing statewide shortage in Illinois for mental health treatment.

A back to school tip: avoid going barefoot to reduce the risk of painful plantar warts.

Here’s a roadmap for adults to help kids navigate ninth through 12th grade.

If you must have an extended stay in the hospital, you and your loved ones should know ahead of time what personal items to bring.

High school and college athletes are back in weight rooms. In part one of this story on weight room safety, our expert covers posture, knowing your limits and more.

In part one of a two part story on hygiene myths, our expert talks about treating illnesses and how often you should wash off.

With outdoor sports like football getting underway soon, experts want people with asthma to know how to exercise and avoid a flare up.

Summer sun rays are a primary source of vitamin D, an important tool for our body. Should you be concerned that you’re getting too much or too little vitamin D?

August is Breastfeeding Month. Whether choosing that route or formula, feeding might bring speed bumps to start. Experts have alternatives.

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Bringing a new baby home raises the focus on their and mom’s well-being. Toward the top of the list: what and how the child is being fed.

If you sprain an ankle during a basketball game, doctors have a good idea of how to treat it. But if you have daily aches, pains and swelling in your legs, it will require some investigation.

School will be back in session soon. What’s the real scoop on weight gain in college? What are ways to avoid it? An OSF dietitian weighs in.