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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gut-brain disorder that can cause a variety of uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms including abdominal…
Chicago Health is committed to publishing a diversity of opinions. The opinions expressed in this op-ed article are the author’s…
As we know all too well, it can get pretty cold in Chicago. But some Chicagoans seek even colder temperatures,…
One December day, as I sat in front of my computer, a sparkling, glittery object took over my sight. A…
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The United Nations this month released a major climate change report, the first of its kind in eight years. The report…
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If you’re motivated to make a healthy change this year, consider including meatless meals. There’s never been a better or…
After a spring when it looked like Covid-19 was in retreat, the highly contagious delta variant is surging in the…
To date, more than 160 million Americans — about half of the U.S. population — have been fully vaccinated against…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: About a month ago, I began experiencing pain in my elbow. I experience this almost constantly, but…
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In one of our most exciting years yet, we’re honored to share that Chicago Health and Caregiving magazines have won…
Peptic ulcers come with some key telltale signs — and they’re not very pleasant. Upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, vomiting,…
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed just about everything in our lives, including the drastic increase in working from home. It’s…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Will taking care of my teeth help prevent heart disease? ANSWER: Some research suggests that heart disease,…
Mushrooms have been consumed and used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks believed mushrooms provided strength…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I know I need to drink while I exercise, but what is the best fluid? I’m wondering…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Can I continue to exercise even if I don’t feel well, or should I hold off until…
Brittle bones and stooped posture may seem like an inevitable part of aging, but they are not. In fact, what…
Coconut oil has developed a cult-like following in recent years, with proponents touting benefits ranging from body fat reduction to…
This story was originally published by ProPublica. Teresa Ruvalcaba lay on a bed in the emergency room of Chicago’s Mount…
Energy cannot be created or destroyed — but can energy help reduce stress? Believers of reiki think so. Reiki (pronounced…
Conventional wisdom says that it’s good to be young. After all, youth is all about vigor and hope. But when…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My droopy eyelids have worsened significantly over the past few years, but I’m hesitant to have surgery…
If you chug a glass of orange juice every time you start sniffling, you may be onto something. Though studies…
When kids grow into teens, they generally start separating from their parents and spend more time with their peers. But…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Why is the HPV vaccine now offered to adults and adolescents? I was surprised to hear that…
Staying up all night. Constantly refreshing the webpage. Trying to book an appointment for the Covid-19 vaccine in Chicago has…
Do you have a tendency to graze all day rather than eat real meals, perhaps mindlessly? Does it seem like…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is intermittent fasting for weight loss safe? What are the risks of short-term diets that are very…
Almonds are nutrient powerhouses. Whether consumed whole, chopped, sliced, or ground into almond flour or almond butter, this deliciously satisfying…
Even though the toll of Americans dying from Covid-19 continues to rise and Chicago specifically is seeing a surge in…
As Murphy’s Law would have it, children’s tantrums seem to happen at the most inconvenient times. Your toddler or independent-minded…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m 19, and I think I might have a yeast infection. Or it could be trichomoniasis. My…
Headache is a very common condition that affects up to 60% of the world’s population. In general, headache can be…
Made from the dried leaves of the peppermint plant, peppermint tea is an herbal infusion with a fresh, soothing flavor.…
When Tania Nava of Berwyn gave birth to her first child at a local Chicago hospital, she knew it was…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Every few months, my teenage son gets canker sores in the back of his throat that really…
By Tricia Despres Bill Darling has always been up for a challenge. A former public relations executive with…
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When young infants develop vomiting, diarrhea, and fussiness, some of them are diagnosed as having an allergy to cow’s milk…