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2026
May
04,
2026
| 13:59 PM America/Chicago
OSF St. Mary Medical Center has access to leading-edge technology, allowing medical providers to scan a person’s lungs and get a biopsy on the same day.
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April
22,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Women dealing with a number of gynecologic issues may now find relief through the advanced surgical options available at OSF HealthCare.
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April
21,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, corresponding with outdoor warm weather activities. Skin lesions come in many forms, and you should know when to see an expert.
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March
10,
2026
| 11:33 AM America/Chicago
One study associates hot drinks with an increased risk of esophageal cancer. Should coffee and tea drinkers take notice?
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February
16,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
If your health care provider says “spine disorder,” you might stop in your tracks. But you don’t have to. Learn how these issues are a spectrum and what is and isn't concerning.
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February
04,
2026
| 06:57 AM America/Chicago
The OSF cancer center in Danville, Illinois, is now offering low-dose radiotherapy to treat osteoarthritis and other inflammatory and degenerative conditions of the tendons, joints and soft tissues.
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January
26,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
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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2025
December
30,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
During basketball season, you might hear the terms “hernia” and “sports hernia.” They're different, but each should be taken seriously.
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December
10,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Enjoy holiday meals and don't overeat, says one OSF physician. It’s not a race.
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November
10,
2025
| 07:00 AM America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare now offers robotic-assisted procedures to treat the rare condition thoracic outlet syndrome in Peoria.
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August
25,
2025
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It's a reminder that the disease is manageable when caught early.
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July
14,
2025
| 13:00 PM America/Chicago
Robotic surgery at OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center continues to expand. Dr. James Sylora explains the SP Robot. 
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April
16,
2025
| 09:58 AM America/Chicago
If you get on a treatment plan early, you have a good chance to avoid surgery for neck pain.
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March
24,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Certain later stage cancer patients now have another option to receive lifesaving treatment at OSF HealthCare.
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March
06,
2025
| 12:04 PM America/Chicago
Numerous celebrities have dealt with a voice disorder. When the headlines end, health care providers dive into what causes these problems and give hope to people who want to communicate again.
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2024
December
04,
2024
| 07:00 AM America/Chicago
Shiny new toys will be lying under many Christmas trees this season, sure to bring joy to kids around the world. But inside these new and exciting things also lie dangerous pieces parents need to keep an eye on.
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December
03,
2024
| 19:30 PM America/Chicago
OSF doctors implanted a life-saving device in a 2-year-old who suffered cardiac arrest. The parents' quick action led to a procedure that has never been done on a child this small or young.
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September
30,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
A new, minimally invasive option is now available for patients wanting to lose weight. Dr. Jason Bill discusses endoscopic bariatrics.
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September
26,
2024
| 08:21 AM America/Chicago
Fish skin, pig intestine, cow tendon and more are being used to protect patients from amputation, in a fascinating method called regenerative reconstruction.
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April
23,
2024
| 15:02 PM America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois held a blessing and dedication of their newly relocated Pediatric Surgery and Urology clinic in Peoria.The clinic, now located at the former Heyde Eye Center at 400 N.E. Saint Mark Ct. in Peoria, will
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March
27,
2024
| 10:15 AM America/Chicago
April is esophageal cancer awareness month.  Screening isn’t common for this cancer, so experts say it’s important to watch for symptoms, which can mimic heartburn.
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March
19,
2024
| 09:43 AM America/Chicago
Lifestyle changes are the best medicine for this digestive tract issue.
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March
08,
2024
| 11:06 AM America/Chicago
OpenSurg, Inc., a cutting-edge health care technology company headquartered in Chicago and with offices in Peoria, has announced a significant milestone in its mission to enhance patient safety and streamline operating room processes.OpenSurg
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February
23,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Anal and rectal cancer occur in parts of the body near each other, and they both have prevention steps and time-tested treatments.
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February
20,
2024
| 14:32 PM America/Chicago
Two nurses will be part of a new start-up company that will license a cloud-based platform with a database of medical implants and instructions for disabling them before surgery.
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2023
December
28,
2023
| 10:59 AM America/Chicago
During the winter sports season, it's important to know the types of ankle injuries and how to treat them.
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September
19,
2023
| 10:44 AM America/Chicago
ACL injuries are possible in fall sports. While they can happen out of nowhere, hear how you can be proactive to protect your body.
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July
24,
2023
| 07:44 AM America/Chicago
Gum disease from poor oral hygiene can impact other body parts.
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April
10,
2023
| 16:59 PM America/Chicago
Patient navigators not only help with care but make sure life-saving appointments aren’t missed.
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March
13,
2023
| 10:36 AM America/Chicago
First responders may not live as long as others due to the stress of the job. OSF HealthCare wants to change that by educating about screenings.
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