CHICAGO-With Memorial Day unofficially marking the start of summer, the season’s beautiful weather will draw many Chicagoans outside to parks, beaches, and patios. While summer … Read more ›
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Vista Weight Loss Surgery Resolves Type 2 Diabetes
According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 26 million Americans are living with type 2 diabetes. Zion’s Yolanda Roscoe, 43, used to be one of … Read more ›
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Clinical Trials are key to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease
Clinical trials are the engine that powers medical progress. Through clinical trials, researchers test new ways to detect, treat and prevent Alzheimer's disease and related … Read more ›
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Health Department Observes National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week
The week preceding Memorial Day has been designated as National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week. This year, the observance will take place May 21-27. In … Read more ›
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Gurnee nurse presented with Nursing Excellence award from Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital awarded Fred Bacaling, RN, of Gurnee the “Ethics” Nursing Excellence award at this year’s Nurses’ Week luncheon. Bacaling works in the … Read more ›
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CPR is only part of the answer to survival
THE NURSE IS IN BY CHRIS HAMMERLUND If you see the same event portrayed over and over on television, the natural tendency is to believe … Read more ›
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Register Today for the 2nd Annual Lace Up 4 Learning 5K Run/Walk
The District 128 Foundation for Learning will host its 2nd Annual Lace Up 4 Learning 5K Run/Walk on Monday, May 28 at 8:00 a.m. at … Read more ›
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Understanding Risk Factors and Recognizing Stroke Symptoms May Save Lives
Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and the number one cause of … 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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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 ›
