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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.

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

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

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. One thing to know about: trimming too low is one cause of annoying ingrown toenails.

With warming temperatures, it's time to think about gardening. There are mental and physical benefits of gardening that go beyond reaping nutritious food.

Health care providers want women to know perimenopause is a normal part of aging, and symptoms are treatable.

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?

Though not one of the most common cancers, experts have seen liver cancer cases rise in recent years. Luckily, treatment has evolved, too. 

New parents should watch for ankyloglossia and decide if surgery is needed sooner than later.

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?

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. 

Outdoor track and field season is underway. That means athletes and trainers are getting reacquainted with shin splints.

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.