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Make Safety a Priority as Temperatures Begin to Rise

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 ›

From the community

Marianjoy's Keen on Kids: Summer Pool and Water Safety

The start of summer marks the end of the school year and the opportunity for children to get outside. The outdoors are a great way … Read more ›

Rep. Sara Feigenholtz, seen here last October, is sponsoring a bill that cuts health care for the poor. (E. Jason Wambsgans / October 27, 2011)

Health care cuts gain steam in Illinois House

House lawmakers today pushed forward with deep cuts in the state’s health-care system for the poor, a plan that the fate of the state’s overall budget … Read more ›

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Fun in the Sun: Top 17 Safety Tips

Memorial Day is almost upon us, and it looks like it’s going to be sunny and hot for a good part of the holiday weekend. … Read more ›

A floodwater mosquito, left, and a culex mosquito at the Northwest Mosquito Abatement District in June 2011. The culex can carry the West Nile Virus whereas the floodwater is more of a pest, officials say. (Keri Wiginton, Chicago Tribune / May 23, 2012)

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus found in DuPage

Mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile virus were found in five DuPage County communities this month, the county health department announced Wednesday. Mosquitoes that … Read more ›

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Experience Yoga's Many Health Benefits (Part 1)

Want to reduce stress and improve your health? You may want to try yoga. Yoga has been around for more than 5,000 years and about … Read more ›

From the community

DuPage County Health Department will be closed on Memorial Day

DUPAGE COUNTY—The DuPage County Health Department’s Public Health Centers in Addison, Lombard, West Chicago, Westmont and Wheaton will be closed Monday, May 28, 2012, in … Read more ›

DuPage Medical Group adds Dr. Cynthia Brooks to its radiology department
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Dr. Cynthia Brooks Joins DuPage Medical Group

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – DuPage Medical Group, the largest independent, multi-specialty physician group in the Chicago area, has expanded its cancer treatment expertise with the … Read more ›

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Quick Trainer Tips

A quick 30 minute workout 2 to 3 times a week will help you run faster, bike farther and garden longer. Wheaton Sport Center is … Read more ›

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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 ›