May 12, 2013
DEKALB — The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently reported 2,026 Illinois cases of Whooping Cough (also called pertussis) in calendar year 2012, the most since the year 1950. More >
May 12, 2013
NAPERVILLE — Although cavities are nearly 100 percent preventable, more than one in four Illinois caregivers reported that their children had a cavity filled in the past year, according to a survey which results were released by Delta Dental of Illinois in March 2013. More >
The need for Latino bone marrow donors
May 12, 2013, Madhu Krishnamurthy
After three years of living with a debilitating bone marrow disease, Neftali Hernandez is hoping to find a bone marrow donor so he can start living a normal life again, working and supporting his family. But despite four siblings, a national registry of 10. More >
May 05, 2013
(healthfinder.gov) — Full body X-ray scanners and luggage X-rays may damage some insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, both used by many people with diabetes to manage their conditions. More >
May 05, 2013, Eric Peterson
Determination and drive led Marianne Costales-Roman of Carol Stream to not only win the Daily Herald’s 2013 Fittest Loser competition last Wednesday but also set the weight-loss record for the five-year history of the event. More >
April 28, 2013, Gerry Alger
When the Fittest Loser Challenge began 12 weeks ago, the six contestants were eager to lose weight and improve their health. They were also a little wary of what their trainers had in store. More >
April 28, 2013
(becoveredillinois.org) — Much is being said about the new health care law, but, what does it mean? The new health care law expands health insurance with more benefits for people and coverage at a lower price for many. More >
April 28, 2013
(healthfinder.gov) — Genes specific to the X chromosome are among newly identified genes linked to rheumatoid arthritis and could help explain why women are more likely than men to develop the disease, researchers say. Women have two X chromosomes while men have an X and a Y chromosome. More >
April 28, 2013
CHICAGO — The Aranda’s never thought that one day they would face one of the most difficult ordeals of their entire lives. One of their loved ones, Lisbeth, was between life and death, waiting for a miracle: find a compatible donor that could make possible a double transplant of kidney and liver. More >
April 21, 2013
(Reuters) — If you’re watching TV, stay away from the pretzels or chips, alluring as the temptation may be. More >