The Myths and Facts of Lice
For most parents, “lice” is a four-letter word akin to the worst swear words. The mere mention of a lice outbreak in the classroom or among friends brings with it itchy heads, a gross feeling, and...
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5 Toys That Could Slim You Down
We all have busy days — ones where we rush from breakfast to school, work, errands and chores. Often, the first thing out the window when the day gets crazy is working out. Despite how full your...
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Could You Have an Overlooked Thyroid Condition?
Thyroid problems often go undiagnosed and can be the underlying cause of a wide range of complaints. January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Many of us hibernate in the cold months, but if you are more...
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What Your Hair Says About Your Health
If you’ve experienced recent changes in the condition of your hair, whether it be the texture, color or hair loss, there’s probably a culprit. We examined the most common hair ailments and asked the...
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Exercises That Will Improve Your Balance and Health
Balance is a hot topic when it comes to fitness. Balance tools like Bosu (https://www.bosu.com), TRX (https://www.trxtraining.com/shop) and wobble boards, once limited to physical therapy, are now...
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Understanding Your Risk for Heart Disease
February is American Heart Month. Did you know that in the United States heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women? Yes, both! The following are top risk factors for heart...
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5 Ways to Celebrate American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month, and not just because of Valentine’s Day. In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared February to be American Heart Month and the tradition has been carried on ever...
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6 Spas Making a Splash With Water Treatments
For a perfectly balanced, relaxing yet rejuvenating spa experience, dip your toes into the calming and restorative effects of hydrotherapy, rain shower treatments and aqua thermal bathing at top spas...
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What’s the Right Nutrition Plan for You?
Nutrition takes center stage in honor of National Nutrition Month. Awareness of opportunities to improve health has increased in recent years as old and new diet methods have surged in popularity....
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Interested in Learning More About Breast and Ovarian Cancer Prevention?
Join NorthShore University HealthSystem and the MRW Leadership Board for LIFE as a Pre-Vivor: A Workshop for Individuals Diagnosed with BRCA and Other Breast and Ovarian Cancer Predisposition Genes....
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How Can You Be Sure Your Family’s Drinking Water is Safe?
In the wake of the Flint, Michigan, crisis, parents across the country are thinking twice about the quality of the water that comes out of their faucets. Here’s how you can ensure yours is safe. You...
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Ready to Run: How to Train for a 5K
You don’t have to run a marathon to be considered a runner. Instead, train for a 5K. In 2015, 7.6 million people — the most of any distance — ran a 5K, according to Running USA. “I set a goal to run a...
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Depression: Additional Interventions Do Exist
The World Health Organization has declared April 7, 2017, this year’s World Health Day to bring attention to a condition we all face at some point in life: depression. For some people, depression is a...
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The Many Benefits of Aqua Therapy and What It Treats
Aqua therapy is an increasingly popular form of treatment and rehabilitation for patients with a broad range of illnesses and injuries. Here are some of the many benefits to hitting the pool for...
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Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP): The Killer Workout You Need to Try
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. According the the Outdoor Foundation, more than 2.8 million people participated in this popular water sport in 2016. If...
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How Smart Light Can Help You Sleep Better and Improve Your Health
Have you heard about smart light? Connected LED lights that add convenience to your life and save energy by turning on and off based on motion, voice control or other actions, smart lighting is the...
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8 Fun Fitness Classes to Help You Stay in Shape This Summer
Hot weather can make it hard to get outside and go for a run or stay active. But that doesn’t mean that all hope is lost! These fitness classes will make you forget you’re working out, and keep you...
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9 Foods You Should Be Eating to Boost Brain Power
You know carrots are great for your eyes and that milk does wonders for your bones, but what about your brain? A diet filled with nutrient-rich foods can be a game-changer for your brain, improving...
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Stress Relief: How to Relax in 1 Minute, 1 Hour or 1 Day
We lead stressful lives these days, and it only builds as mobile devices increasingly demand our time, working hours never seem to end, family responsibilities continue to grow, and health issues...
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7 Chicago Races to Run (or Walk!) for Charity This Summer
It’s pretty common knowledge that running provides an uber-efficient workout: You’ll quickly torch calories (bonus: you actually keep burning those calories after you finish your run); you need minimal...
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