Sleeping Heart
Where cardiology and sleep medicine meet — and how they impact each other Fact checked by Jim Lacy Dana Huelat’s husband and kids noticed something about her sleep last summer: Her snoring and breathing pauses seemed worse. She made an appointment with her primary care physician, who suggested testing for sleep apnea, which causes repeated […]
Dillon’s Law
Proposed bill brings epinephrine training and administration to Illinois residents Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro Illinois residents may soon have access to free training on how to administer epinephrine to someone experiencing anaphylaxis. This life-threatening allergic reaction causes severe swelling, potentially blocking airways and causing suffocation. “There are about four people who die every day […]
Snow Sport Safety
Skiing and snowboarding offer a way to stay fit, and an adrenaline rush — but know your skill level to prevent injury Kirstin Brown started skiing when she joined her middle school ski club. School ski trips took her to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin and other local resorts over the years. In high school, Brown began […]
