Roughly half of American adults read below a sixth grade level. Yet, most health information — educational pamphlets, discharge instructions,…
We asked nine area healthcare professionals to answer… What is the most important thing about healthcare that you wish more…
Health literacy nonprofits highlight crucial need for patient advocacy The U.S. healthcare system is daunting, and often people have to…
Chicago-area dentist travels to rural Mexico to care for patients At a make-shift dental clinic in Mexico’s Southern Sierra Madre…
Expanding mental health literacy in the Black community It’s an understatement to say that coming to grips with my mental…
Interpreters and community health workers build healthcare connections A confused, non-English speaking patient arrived for chemotherapy at a local community…
Planning for hospital discharge Hospital discharge — the process when a patient heads home after a hospitalization or procedure — …
Your blood contains secrets about your overall health. It can indicate whether you’re at risk for heart disease, show that…
How to access your medical records Your medical records are a gold mine of information about your health. They contain…
Even in tiny amounts, the synthetic opioid fentanyl can be deadly. Dealers cut it into everything from heroin and cocaine…
Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act – HB3739 This law upgrades Illinois’ outdated water infrastructure and protects human and…
Pounding, debilitating, chronic migraines may qualify for an unexpected treatment: Botox. Merle Diamond, MD, director of the Diamond Headache Clinic, has…
Misericordia, a care community in Chicago’s West Ridge neighborhood, opened the Hearts & Flour Bakery and Café in April 2022,…
Imagine an occupational therapy session next to a beautiful lake or in an art studio. When Michael Swayne goes to…
I have long said that I’m not a true Chicagoan because I haven’t been doored. If you’re not familiar with…
Shootings. Extreme weather. The Great Resignation. Depression. Anxiety. The messaging is clear: How we move with ourselves, our communities, and…
Your embarrassing questions answered! By Dhara Bhakta, MD Q: How can I talk to my medical providers about my sexual…
The medical consequences of gaming and esports The call of Call of Duty — a top-selling (400 million copies worldwide),…
By talking about their differences, children can self-advocate and build confidence Tommy O’Leary appreciates a good joke. Occasionally, when a…
The effects of stress on heart health At 28, I got into an argument with my boyfriend and ended up…
A sleep disorder may be a hidden precursor to Parkinson’s disease Otis Peeples always had vivid dreams. So vivid, in…
Pelvic floor physical therapy can improve quality of life for men and women For years, Park Ridge resident Amanda Key, 24,…
Connection and communication help prevent adolescent suicides On a rainy day last winter, the principal of a suburban Chicago high…
Build more activity into your day How much time do you spend sitting? Probably more than you realize. The average…
Organizations and medical professionals step up to help the newest Chicagoans When the Taliban reclaimed Afghanistan in 2021, 2.6 million…
People tend to seek orthopedic care for one root reason: They’re experiencing pain. Whether from an acute sports injury or…
Fertility Specialists When seeking exceptional reproductive specialist care in Chicago, Illinois, people trust the caring and distinguished providers at AFCC.…
Wearable tech lets people monitor their health in real-time Using a small, personalized device to access complex health information isn’t…
Finding inspiration in his grandmother’s recipes, local physician creates his own cookbook Growing up in the Milwaukee suburbs, Sheil Shukla, DO,…
What to look for in a label Choosing a supplement can be confusing. Not all brands are equal, and how…
If you want to start a family but experience obstacles in your reproductive health, a lot can feel beyond your…
Ever looked in the mirror and thought you wouldn’t mind looking more well-rested, or refreshed? Maybe you’d like to eliminate…
Chicago Health and Caregiving magazines have won a host of prestigious journalism awards in 2022. Read them here. AAOS Media…
It’s a historic milestone for Uptown and the surrounding communities. A new wing at Weiss Memorial Hospital is now home…
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…
There’s magic in the air in Chicago. Open Heart Magic, a local nonprofit organization, brings interactive bedside magic to children…
