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American Cancer Society Increases Funding to $5.5 Million for Illinois Researchers

Illinois scientists at the forefront of cancer research will receive more than $5.5 million from the Illinois Division of the American Cancer Society this year. … Read more ›

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Vision Test "sees" Potential Problems Early

Ambylopia: What is it and how do you know if your child has it? Ambylopia, sometimes referred to as lazy eye, is actually a subtle … Read more ›

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Study: People Raised in Rural Environments Less Likely to Develop Allergies

A newly published study conducted at the University of Helsinki confirms that people who grow up in rural environments are less likely to develop autoimmune … Read more ›

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The Importance of Well Child Exams

The Importance of Well Child Exams A head to toe health exam may find and treat health problems before they become serious, and allows parents … Read more ›

Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Lalit Puri
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Returning Patients to Active Lives with Joint Revision Surgery

When Georgann Maurice and her husband Ray took a trip to Mexico this winter, they spent time walking along the beach and kayaking on the … Read more ›

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Chicago White Sox Medical Team Addresses Dangers of Over Practice for Young Athletes During Free May 10 Webinar

Hinsdale/Western Springs Physicians and Chicago White Sox Assistant Athletic Trainer Discuss Rise in Injuries and Prevention Strategies for Overhead Athletes CHICAGO, IL, May 3, 2012 … Read more ›

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Special Olympian Inspires Others to Get Fit and Test Their Limit

Chicago, IL — 22-year-old, 5-foot-tall Marc Isabel is quite a celebrity at Charter Fitness of Sycamore. In fact, he is an inspiration to people to … Read more ›

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Cinco De Mayo Zumba Party This Saturday!

Have a blast with the Geneva Park District this Saturday, May 5 at the Cinco De Mayo Zumba Party from 3:30 to 5 pm at … Read more ›

Chris Hammerlund
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Maybe laughter is the best cure of all

THE NURSE IS IN By Chris Hammerlund This being National Humor Month, it’s a pretty good month to remember one of your Illinois neighbors, Hunter … Read more ›

Boy Blowing His Nose into a Handkerchief
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Yeah Spring! Boo Allergies!!

It's that time of year again. Winter is just barely over and allergy season has started. How do you know if your child has seasonal … Read more ›