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Protecting your young football player from concussions

By Dr. Daphne Li
Aug 10, 2025 8:38 am - Football season is upon us. Unfortunately, sports – especially tackle football – are one of the most common causes of head injuries among children and adolescents.
You’re becoming a parent? Prepare to get injured.

By Dan Diamond
Aug 08, 2025 9:50 am - Before you become a parent, you receive lots of well-meaning warnings. “You’ll be tired” or “you’ll be busy.” The warning they forget: You’ll get injured.
DuPage Airport hosts free back-to-school celebration

By Brian Hill
Aug 07, 2025 1:14 pm - The DuPage Airport hosted its free back-to-school celebration Thursday with the city of West Chicago.
Poolside pizza pasta salad a busy mom’s idea of summer entertaining

By Becky Krystal
Aug 05, 2025 5:58 am - With loads of spicy pepperoni, plump sun-dried tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, this family-friendly pasta salad with cheese tortellini channels the spirit and flavors of pizza. It’s easily packable and perfect for an alfresco dinner with friends.
What’s the best kitchen appliance for a first apartment?

By Becky Krystal
Aug 05, 2025 4:58 am - An air fryer or air fryer toaster oven could be the way to go for the college student who wants to make basic meals, from salmon to fries or frozen pizza.
Children’s health: Childhood vaccines are safe and effective

By Sean O'Leary, MD, MPH, FAAP
Aug 01, 2025 9:34 am - Experts in vaccines and vaccination — including pediatricians — work together throughout the year to update the Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for kids 18 and younger.
Paying for college without sabotaging retirement

By Brian Safdari
Jul 30, 2025 9:07 am - Many families get sticker shock when they realize what putting their kids through college might cost over four years.
Let kids create their own garden, and other tips for instilling a love for growing things

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Jul 29, 2025 7:57 pm - Giving children ownership of small garden plots makes them more engaged. They learn responsibility from watering and weeding.
How to ensure ongoing care for child with severe mental illness

By Bonnie Lane
Jul 27, 2025 9:33 am - It’s not uncommon for parents to wonder how their children will fare after they’re gone. For parents of young adults with severe mental illness, it’s a much larger and more complicated question.
Children’s Health: Make immunization a priority this summer for young children

By Ascension Illinois
Jul 25, 2025 8:36 am - Immunizations are one of the most effective strategies in protecting the most vulnerable. This includes newborns, toddlers and young children — especially those who spend time in day care settings and who will be heading to school this fall.

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