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NCH first hospital in the northwest suburbs to offer single incision surgery using robotic technology

Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) has taken minimally-invasive surgery to the next level. The Arlington Heights hospital is the first in the northwest suburbs of Chicago … Read more ›

Allen Kulbersh thanks the ‘phenomenal’ staff, including Physical Therapist Pia Tayag, at Alden Long Grove for getting him back on his feet following spinal surgery.
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“I Walked Out with Only a Cane”

Allen Kulbersh chose Alden Long Grove sight unseen after spinal fusion surgery – he never toured the rehabilitation center before arriving on March 29, 2012 … 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 ›

The Edward Cancer Center's new radiation oncologist is Dr. Oh-Hoon Kwon, a native of Palatine.
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Dr Oh-Hoon Kwon, radiation oncologist, joins Edward Cancer Center

Radiation oncologist Oh-Hoon Kwon, MD of Fox Valley Radiation Oncology has joined the Edward Cancer Center and is seeing patients for all diagnoses. Dr. Kwon, … Read more ›

Bruce Crowther
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Nursing Magnet Status: Best for Nurses, Physicians & Patients

May is a very special month for us as we celebrate National Nurses Week from May 6th to the 12th. Whether it’s in the hospital, … Read more ›

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Get in Shape for Summer – Join the Buehler Y $0 Enrollment Fee through May 12

NO ENROLLMENT FEE AT THE BUEHLER YMCA DURING APRIL 28 – MAY 12 SPRING PROMOTION PALATINE, IL – The Buehler Y is making it that … Read more ›

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New Hours at NCH’s Immediate Care Centers and Treatment Available 365 Days

On Sunday, April 29, Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) adjusted the hours of its Immediate Care Centers to establish a uniform schedule across each facility and … Read more ›

Jennifer Weltzien of Palatine, right, met with state legislators including Senator Edward Maloney Wednesday, April 18, to discuss important lung health policies.
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Woman meets with legislators about lung health policy

Jennifer Weltzien of Palatine, right, met with state legislators Wednesday, April 18, to discuss important lung health policies and gather support for related pieces of … 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 ›

Meghan Melone (middle), with her parents Fred and Betty, will participate in her 8th Walk MS event, Sunday, May 6, in Palatine
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Hundreds Expected to Join the Movement to End Multiple Sclerosis at Walk MS, Sunday, May 6, in Palatine

There is one day of the year that Meghan Melone most looks forward to; a day where she enjoys good company with good friends; a … Read more ›