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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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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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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Cook County's Air Quality Slowly Improving
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 ›
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Wheeling Pickleball Players Win at Tournament
One of the most popular racquet sports at the Wheeling Park District is Pickleball. And participants of this exciting combination of badminton, tennis, and table … 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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Total-U-Fitness teams with McHenry resident in television fitness competition
If Craig Asbach, of McHenry, reaches or exceeds his weight loss goal of 77lbs in the televised reality show "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth … Read more ›
