Health and Fitness
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Grief & healing: A strange but special time of yearMay 11, 2024 7:24 am - In grief, we all have our tough times of the year to endure. Howe we handle them is what matters.
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Ask the doctors: Kidney issues can arise after cardiac episodesMay 10, 2024 12:17 pm - A heart attack can put you at risk for kidney disease. Find out why and how it’s treated.
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What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?May 10, 2024 12:36 am - Recent injected drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, are reshaping the U.S. health and fitness industries.
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Why the internet can help people cope with hypochondriaMay 10, 2024 12:09 am - Hypochondria — excessive worry of being or becoming ill — can feel isolating. What are the roots of this anxiety-related condition?
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This strange brain reaction to pain is called ‘muscle guarding’May 09, 2024 11:20 pm - In muscle guarding, the brain seeks to protect an injured area by subconsciously directing the surrounding muscles to not function, or to lock, ostensibly to defend the body against additional pain or injury.
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Less alcohol, or none at all, is one path to better healthMay 09, 2024 11:05 pm - A growing number of public health experts say if you choose to drink alcohol, you should drink as little as possible.
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We know late-night screens are bad for sleep. How do you stop doomscrolling in bed?May 09, 2024 11:02 pm - Our brains need to wind down before bedtime to get the restorative deep sleep that helps our bodies function. Yet over half of Americans are still scrolling within an hour of going to sleep.
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Boost your mental well-being. Take a vacation!May 09, 2024 10:40 pm - The mental health advantages of taking a vacation can’t be underestimated — and it’s just as important for people with special needs.
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How to support healthy mental and emotional development in your childMay 09, 2024 10:24 pm - Positive experiences and safe, stable relationships help children develop skills they need to manage their emotions, solve problems and develop connections with others.
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Nurses’ Week Concert honors staff at Central DuPage HospitalMay 08, 2024 10:37 pm - Nurses at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield took a special break on a sunny Wednesday as local cover band Vital Signs performed in the hospital co...
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