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2026
October
06,
2026
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08:00 AM
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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.
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September
28,
2026
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09:18 AM
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Here’s a checklist of spots in your home that you might not realize need regular cleaning to prevent illness spread.
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September
14,
2026
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10:00 AM
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Good news for men: the more invasive screening technique has fallen by the wayside, says one OSF doctor.
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August
26,
2026
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08:00 AM
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A back to school tip: avoid going barefoot to reduce the risk of painful plantar warts.
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August
11,
2026
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08:00 AM
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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.
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August
05,
2026
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08:00 AM
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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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July
13,
2026
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08:00 AM
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A healthy diet isn’t a cure-all for liver issues, but it can help. An OSF gastroenterology provider explores the Mediterranean diet as one option.
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May
11,
2026
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10:30 AM
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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. The senior in your life may be asking: why should I keep exercising in my golden years? What’s the right way to do it?
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May
05,
2026
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08:00 AM
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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, corresponding with warm weather exercise. Walking is a simple way to keep your body in shape. Learn about different walking styles.
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April
20,
2026
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10:30 AM
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April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. Bunions and hammer toes are common issues associated with ill-fitting footwear.
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April
14,
2026
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08:00 AM
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April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. You should know the right way and the wrong way to remove foot calluses.
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April
07,
2026
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08:00 AM
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April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. One thing to know about: trimming too low is one cause of annoying ingrown toenails.
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April
01,
2026
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08:00 AM
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With warming temperatures, it's time to think about gardening. There are mental and physical benefits of gardening that go beyond reaping nutritious food.
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February
23,
2026
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09:18 AM
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Health care providers want women to know perimenopause is a normal part of aging, and symptoms are treatable.
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February
17,
2026
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08:00 AM
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You’ve made the resolution: you’re finally going to get fit. For some, motivation or mobility aren’t the problem. It’s logistics. How can I find a workout location that fits my needs?
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January
26,
2026
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10:30 AM
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Though not one of the most common cancers, experts have seen liver cancer cases rise in recent years. Luckily, treatment has evolved, too.
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January
13,
2026
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08:00 AM
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January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day. Mothers-to-be who are taking medication for a mental health issue may wonder: will the medication harm my baby?
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2025
December
02,
2025
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08:00 AM
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Nikki McBeath, RN, BSN, a diabetes resource educator at OSF HealthCare, is sharing tips for a diabetes-friendly lunch that keeps your blood sugar in check.
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November
04,
2025
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08:00 AM
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November is COPD Awareness Month, corresponding with prime time for the disease. You can’t get rid of COPD, but treatment can improve quality of life.
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July
29,
2025
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08:00 AM
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In part two of our story on weight room safety, our expert covers cleanliness, attire and signs of a serious injury.
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June
24,
2025
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08:00 AM
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New parents should watch for ankyloglossia and decide if surgery is needed sooner than later.
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April
23,
2025
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08:00 AM
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We know processed foods aren't the best for our health. But sometimes it's a matter of convenience. So, how can we find healthier processed options?
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April
08,
2025
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08:00 AM
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Overuse injuries in baseball can happen at young ages. So much so that experts have names for them. Read about how to keep your youngster off the sideline.
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April
02,
2025
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08:00 AM
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Outdoor track and field season is underway. That means athletes and trainers are getting reacquainted with shin splints.
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February
19,
2025
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08:00 AM
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Older adults might skip getting a prescription from a health care provider in favor of a pharmacy shelf. That could lead to unintentional medication misuse and deadly side effects.
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2024
December
24,
2024
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06:42 AM
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Deserting a food desert can be tough, but experts have tips.
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September
12,
2024
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08:00 AM
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Fall sports are underway. An athletic trainer at OSF is pointing out the shortage of athletic trainers and encouraging people, especially young athletes, to look into the profession.
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May
24,
2024
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09:32 AM
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The FDA recently approved the first medication, Rezdiffra, that can directly address damage from fatty liver as the person makes lifestyle changes.
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2023
December
28,
2023
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10:59 AM
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During the winter sports season, it's important to know the types of ankle injuries and how to treat them.
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July
13,
2023
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13:40 PM
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“Treatment today is so easy,” says a gastroenterology advanced practice provider at OSF HealthCare.
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