It’s a fight against time — our age versus our health. Getting old ain’t for the weak. It is for…
I recently was contemplating the title of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Powers’ new book Bewilderment. Do you see it? Be…
Your embarrassing questions answered! By Nicole E. Williams, MD Q: Why is my vagina so itchy? A: Vaginal itching is more common…
New treatments give hope to people with epilepsy When Chicagoan Bobbi Packer, an interior designer and architect, started having episodes…
Advancements improve outlook for people with blood cancer affecting the bone marrow Human resources manager Valarie Traynham was standing in…
Despite a tendency to put off healthcare, younger generations can benefit from addressing joint pain now As a former high…
As diagnoses skyrocket, adults with attention disorders learn to cope Kristiana Jorge calls her North Side home “ADHD friendly.” She…
Controlling fatty liver disease starts with losing weight Danielle Dawson, 44, was shocked to learn in July 2020 that she…
Covid-19 has caused a dramatic shift in organ transplants, with rising demand and more complex surgeries — all to prolong…
Regular stretching improves flexibility and minimizes injuries If stretching is one of the good-for-you habits that you know you’re “supposed” to do…
Packed with probiotics and protein, yogurt is a stealth star in recipes Packed with protein, naturally low in sugar, and full of probiotic goodness,…
Eating excess sugar may be linked to cancer, arthritis, and other ills Not all is sweet about sugar. Sugar —…
Whether stemming from a disease or an injury, many of us have orthopedic conditions that affect our joints, bones, and…
At the Center for Reproductive Care, our mission is to provide you the best opportunity to create the family you…
Most all of us have felt the exhaustion of pandemic-era decision-making. Should I travel to see an elderly relative? Can…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism and have been getting conflicting information what I should eat and…
You’ve heard the expression timing is everything, right? That’s never truer than when it comes to losing weight. And with…
There’s magic in the air in Chicago. Open Heart Magic, a local nonprofit organization, brings interactive bedside magic to children…
By Megy KarydesErin O’Donnell is a freelance health and science writer, parent, and graduate of Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism.…
While men may be reluctant to see the doctor, they should consider these important preventive tests How do you think…
When it comes to preventing skin cancer, sunscreen is essential. There are two main types of sunscreen — chemical and…
Friendship is essential for all of us. But during the pandemic, children with intellectual disabilities have needed friends more than…
People in Illinois can now access birth control via a consultation with a trained pharmacist, rather than a prescription from…
Being unable to access menstrual products takes a mental and physical toll on students, says Em Rabelais, PhD, RN, a…
If your child dislikes reading, vision convergence insufficiency could be to blame When a child dislikes reading, parents may brush…
Addressing foot problems in older adults Our feet take a pounding every day. But for many older adults, aging feet…
When it comes to our health, we tend to treat disease instead of warding it off in the first place. …
Chicago groups find creative ways to provide fresh food and build healthy communities On an unseasonably warm December morning, volunteers…
Give your heart a head start by knowing — and reducing — your risks Preventive medical advice sometimes feels like…
Making lifestyle changes now can help stop or reverse the disorder It was a few weeks before Christmas 2019, and…
Initiatives — whether surgery, medication, or diet — help people conquer obesity and improve their health Weight loss is a…
Preventing asthma starts by understanding triggers and, perhaps, by changing the way we eat A few months ago, I discovered…
Now, more medications treat opioid use disorder Drug-related deaths hit an all-time high in the United States recently, with most…
Cervical cancer in Chicago occurs 39% more often and has a 60% higher death rate than the national average, according…
Everyone knows that brushing your teeth prevents cavities and tooth decay. But many people don’t realize dental care is an…
Genetic testing for everything from rare disorders to common cancers empowers people to make informed medical decisions — possibly preventing…
