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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American Cancer Society Increases Funding to $5.5 Million for Illinois Researchers
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Cancer Survivors Needed
From the moment you hear the words “You have cancer,” you become a survivor. No matter your age, your race, your diagnosis date, your type … 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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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 ›
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TAKE A WALK AROUND A BEAUTIFUL LAKE and learn about oral cancer
TAKE A BEAUTIFUL WALK AROUND A LAKE – and learn more about oral cancerSubmitted by Lois Roewade, Lroewade@gmail.com 847-909-3651 The Beastie Boys, one of the … Read more ›
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Lake County One of "Cleanest U.S. Counties" for Particle Pollution
The American Lung Association released its 13th annual State of the Air 2012 report that grades cities and counties based on the number of days … Read more ›
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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 ›
116 sickened in nationwide salmonella outbreak
A nationwide salmonella outbreak has now sickened 116 people, with a new case reported in Illinois, federal health officials said Wednesday. The newest case in … Read more ›
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital Names Stephen L. Ondra Chief Medical Officer
Northwestern Memorial HealthCare announced that it named Stephen L. Ondra, MD, as chief medical officer for Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Ondra was the former senior policy … Read more ›
