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Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test.

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test.

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren’t quite ready yet — and besides, you don’t need a test before trying to lower your risk.

 
E-wheels complicate back-to-school safety

E-wheels complicate back-to-school safety

School officials in many localities are dreading the new trend toward e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards as a way for kids to get to and from school.

 
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Reflecting on progress: Suburban cycling infrastructure improvements have come a long way

Reflecting on progress: Suburban cycling infrastructure improvements have come a long way

Illinois has made several infrastructure improvements across the suburbs that have benefited cyclists over the past six years.

 
Signs of substance use disorder, and hope for recovery

Signs of substance use disorder, and hope for recovery

Recovery from substance disorder is a lifelong process often requiring multiple treatment attempts. Families should encourage loved ones to seek professional help as many with the disorder have underlying mental health conditions requiring therapy and medication for sustainable recovery.

 

Kane County Health Department offering free MMR vaccinations through Sept. 25

After two reported measles cases this year, the Kane County Health Department is offering free MMR vaccination regardless of insurance status until Sept. 25.

 
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Legislative panel weighs in on children’s mental health, data centers and state vs. local control

Legislative panel weighs in on children’s mental health, data centers and state vs. local control

A panel of Republican and Democratic state legislators came together Wednesday in Barrington to discuss a variety of topics, including the impact of social media and technology on children’s mental health and whether data centers should be under state or local control.

 
Children’s health: Is your child struggling mentally? It may be time to reach out.

Children’s health: Is your child struggling mentally? It may be time to reach out.

About 5 million teens ages 12-17 in the U.S. have diagnosed behavioral and mental health conditions that make them feel anxious, angry and isolated. Support programs can help them understand they’re not alone in their experiences.

 
Prescriptions for the health insurance affordability crisis

Prescriptions for the health insurance affordability crisis

There are few things that impact small businesses and their employees more than the soaring costs of health insurance.

 
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Lurie Children’s Hospital makes it back on to U.S. News’ list of best in the country

Lurie Children’s Hospital makes it back on to U.S. News’ list of best in the country

For the first time in years, Lurie Children’s Hospital has broken back on to a list of the top children’s hospitals in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.

 

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