Twenty-five former professional athletes will gather in Bloomingdale in support of individuals with developmental disabilities as they join more than 200 others at the Marklund … Read more ›
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Streamwood woman rappels 27 stories for lung health
Katie Janiga of Streamwood was among 90 people who stepped over the edge 278 feet above State and Lake Streets in Skyline Plunge! Chicago on … 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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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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Woman meets with legislators about lung health policy
Katie Janiga of Streamwood met with state legislators Wednesday, April 18, to discuss important lung health policies and gather support for related pieces of legislation. … 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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Healthcare Reforming Itself: Patient-Centered Medical Home Programs
Surprisingly, the issue of healthcare reform has been fueling political debates since 1912, when former President Theodore Roosevelt championed the cause of national healthcare for … Read more ›
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The tricks your body plays about weight loss
The nurse is in By Chris Hammerlund DEAR CHRIS: I am a serial dieter and generally have mixed results. Sometimes, a diet that worked before … Read more ›
