Health and Fitness
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‘Really cool to be on a runway’: Runners take off during airport 5KJun 29, 2024 3:44 pm - At least 1,000 competitors enjoyed the unique opportunity to run on an airport runway during the Rock 'n' Run the Runway 5K race at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling Saturday.
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How to protect your kids from gaming disorderJun 28, 2024 5:49 pm - Video games are not inherently bad for teens and kids to play but parents should be aware that excessive gaming can turn into a gaming disorder, where dopamine can affect the brain in a way that fuels addictive behavior.
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Wheaton’s Northside Park to feature new pickleball courtsJun 28, 2024 4:18 pm - The pickleball phenomenon is growing in Wheaton. One of the oldest and largest parks in town will get three new pickleball courts. The Wheaton Park District is set to rep...
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As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, U.S. health officials recommend a fall vaccination campaign
Jun 28, 2024 6:50 am - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday recommended new shots for all Americans this fall.
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Health care needs to diversify its workforce to get rid of racial inequalities, a new report says
Jun 28, 2024 1:29 am - Racism and bias from health care providers have contributed to worse health outcomes. Diversifying health care workforce is needed to bridge racial and ethnic gaps.
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How to navigate the end of your pet’s life
Jun 28, 2024 12:33 am - Navigating decisions around the end of your pet’s life can feel overwhelming. Here are some ways you can take care of your pet and yourself.
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Most kids get antibiotics for pink eye, study shows. Experts say they’re usually not needed
Jun 28, 2024 12:14 am - Doctors are prescribing antibiotics to most kids and teens who have pink eye, despite guidelines that discourage their use, researchers reported Thursday.
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This weightlifting workout in your 60s can preserve strength for yearsJun 27, 2024 11:16 pm - Doing heavy weightlifting targeting your legs in your 60s has been shown to reap health benefits, even years later.
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Endeavor Health to host NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine student for second yearJun 27, 2024 12:29 pm - Endeavor Health is proud to welcome medical student Aisha Suhaiba from the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative. Throughout August, Aisha will comple...
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Teen fighting pediatric cancer says Camp One Step has brought light and hope and enabled him to be a kid againJun 27, 2024 9:16 am - Eighteen-year-old Trevor Pavey has been on a tremendously challenging pediatric cancer journey since being diagnosed with medulloblastoma in 2016.
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