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2026
August
04,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
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?
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July
27,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
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.
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June
22,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
Warm weather means people flocking to lakes and rivers in droves. But something as simple as the wrong footwear can lead to an injury that ruins your day.
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June
02,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Summer means more time outside and a need to maintain your skin. OSF provider Amber Oberheim say there’s more to it than just daily washes.
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May
19,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. Are you someone who needs their voice for work? Our speech pathologist gives everyday tips to maintain your vocal cords.
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April
07,
2026
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
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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March
02,
2026
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
Bringing a baby home from the hospital is stressful, but exciting. Rightfully so, much of the focus is on the child's health. But don't forget about mom's needs.
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2025
December
01,
2025
| 09:34 AM America/Chicago
Exposure to frigid temperatures can have serious consequences.
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November
25,
2025
| 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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November
19,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Holiday meals bring sweets in bountiful amounts. People with diabetes must closely monitor their intake of sugar and carbohydrates.
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October
28,
2025
| 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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October
21,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
With temperatures cooling, we’re entering the peak season for sore throats. Many cases have time-tested treatments, but some can have serious complications.
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September
16,
2025
| 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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July
28,
2025
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
Why do people hold their pee? What can go wrong if you do? How can you prevent the problem? An OSF urologist shares his playbook.
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July
07,
2025
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
Sore throats aren't just a winter thing (hello, new COVID variant). Which at-home remedies work? Which ones might feel good in the moment but don’t get the job done? 
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June
23,
2025
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
In this installment, our expert talks about traveling with a medical condition, avoiding illnesses in crowded areas, sleep, food and drink and more.
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June
09,
2025
| 10:30 AM America/Chicago
One OSF Mission Partner saw his whole body change for the better in cardiac rehabilitation. Now he's telling others what to expect.
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May
15,
2025
| 09:00 AM America/Chicago
As the old saying goes, you are what you eat. The same applies to what we drink. Especially for kids. 
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March
25,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
In part two of this story on outdoor water safety, our expert covers bug bites, life jackets, fumes, food and whether it's OK to swallow that lake water.
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January
08,
2025
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
When winter weather keeps you inside, take these tips to get a safe and effective workout.
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2024
December
26,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
This week's installment is all about what mom should and shouldn't put in her body while breastfeeding.
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December
24,
2024
| 06:42 AM America/Chicago
Deserting a food desert can be tough, but experts have tips.
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October
01,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
In part two of a two part story on hygiene myths, our expert discusses water temperature, ear and wound cleaning and the “five second rule.”
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August
28,
2024
| 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
21,
2024
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Don't let lake life wash away your safety habits and good judgment. Use these tips before heading out on the river or lake.
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August
14,
2024
| 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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July
16,
2024
| 13:00 PM America/Chicago
After decades of decline, drowning deaths are on the rise in the United States. Over 4,500 people died each year from drowning from 2020-2022, reported in the CDC’s Vital Signs study. 
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July
02,
2024
| 10:12 AM America/Chicago
Drinking water is good, unless you consume too much. Our kidneys can only handle up to one liter of water an hour and anything over that can lead to vomiting, confusion or worse. 
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February
14,
2024
| 11:33 AM America/Chicago
New, potentially life-saving options for cancer patients are coming to Illinois.  And  how therapy and water go hand in hand. The 180,000 square foot OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute opens this month in Peoria. In addition to
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2023
June
26,
2023
| 11:29 AM America/Chicago
Always be careful when it comes to fireworks, food and water safety on Independence Day.
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