The following questions and answers were provided by John V. Prunskis, MD, FIPP, medical director at the Illinois Pain Institute…
The following questions and answers were provided by Mitchell Bernsen, MD, managing partner at Illinois Gastroenterology Group, a member of…
The following questions and answers were provided by Rajat Malhotra, MD, Medical Oncology/Hematology at Illinois Cancer Specialists in Arlington Heights.…
The Danger of a Routine By Anthony Bonazzo When it comes to fitness, you often hear, “Well, it’s better to be…
Pain: A Love Message from the Body of You Dear Self: I would like to address your so-misunderstood and overlooked sensation…
Originally published in the Fall 2015 print edition. Erin O'DonnellErin O’Donnell is a freelance health and science writer, parent, and graduate…
What Patients Should Know By Dr. Gena Vennikandam When was the last time you visited the doctor? In more scenarios than…
Changing gears on cholesterol guidelines Cardiovascular disease still tops the charts among chronic diseases in the United States. Recent statistics show…
Telemedicine delivers remote healthcare on demand By Karen Grimaldos Pamela Ziegler doesn’t have time to get sick. That’s why when…
By Nancy Maes You have a big steak and a glass or two of wine for dinner, and the next…
By Heidi Lading Kiec Winston Churchill once said, “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is…
Acupuncture eases chemo-related pain, fatigue and nausea A component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture has been well researched in Western…
Ankle replacements give patients more viability By Brett Dworski It’s been over 40 years since Dan Chesman, a former ROTC Naval…
By Tom Mullaney It seems inconceivable that a small, walnut-sized gland lying just below the bladder could be the vicious…
Having reproductive choices doesn’t always mean having control over your body Last fall, I asked my healthcare provider to switch…
By Jeannette Hurt Fresh Tuna Burgers with Mango Salsa These zesty tuna burgers not only awaken your taste buds with…
Teenage girls are prime targets for ligament injuries By Nancy Maes Julissa Campos was playing soccer at Chicago’s Holy Trinity…
Looking at youth culture with 10 years of social media effects By Tone Stockenström In barely a decade, social media…
By Laura Drucker It wasn’t headaches that made Arija Inveiss think she might have a concussion. It wasn’t dizziness or sensitivity…
Fat is on the radar again. It’s gone from being banished in the ’90s in the name of heart health…
Pictured above: Students use the models to practice performing complicated minimally invasive procedures to repair rare birth defects. Photo courtesy…
Untreated or mistreated chronic pain can lead to the pangs of depression By Morgan Lord When Bill Lipscomb, 60, was in…
By Heidi Lading Kiec Some of you may recall a grandparent or elderly neighbor constantly stooped over and in pain…
Hypnosis and reflexology gain footing for pain control By Nancy Maes Pictured above: Sarah Preusker, Board-Certified Reflexologist. Photo by JC Paz Photography …
Medical cannabis presents new treatment options for pain management Medical marijuana advocates are not just blowing smoke. Medical cannabis, now…
By Megy Karydes Children spend 1,000 hours a year and consume as many as half their calories at school, making…
By Megy Karydes The cycle is familiar to many living in poverty. Charles was trying to land on his feet…
Seeing Through the Cost of Your Drugs By Megy Karydes Like many families, mine is one that requires a daily…
Pictured above: Daniel H. Angres, MD. Photo by James Foster By Kate Silver When Daniel H. Angres, 66, reads the headlines…
