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The conversation around weight loss has shifted dramatically in recent years, with new weight-loss medications making headlines. But for those seeking sustainable, life-changing solutions, bariatric…

The holiday season is in full swing. As we reach the end of each year, we often hear about or ponder making New Year’s resolutions. Make your health a priority this year by resolving to make a few…

Winter can inspire a love-hate feeling. Loves: Cozy indoors. Beautiful landscapes of fluffy, white snow. A season of holidays and gatherings. Hates: Darkness. Itchy, dry skin. Layering up to go…

For many people, the holidays are a time of tradition — Christmas trees, roast turkey, a crackling fire, and fresh-baked cookies. The season often creates a feeling of intense nostalgia, but not…

When you can’t catch your breath, everything feels harder to do. From walking up stairs to playing with grandchildren, shortness of breath can put a damper on daily life. When Deborah Haracz first met…

Finding a healthy balance and enjoying favorite holiday foods can be a challenge when you are going through cancer treatment. You may feel very tired, and just the thought of holiday parties can make…

If you’re a generally healthy adult, you probably don’t think about seeing a doctor unless you get hurt or drastically sick. Many healthy adults don’t need a lot of medical attention. But there are…

When Deborah Haracz first met Mark Ricciardi, MD, a cardiologist with Endeavor Health, she was experiencing significant shortness of breath. She had been dealing with her breathlessness, caused by a…

A promising trial is taking place in nine hospitals across the country, including Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital. If successful, the trial will enable doctors to diagnose chronic traumatic…

Evanston resident Christa Vragel was 27 years old when she had a stroke that left her unable to use her right arm. Now 72, Vragel is celebrating being able to use her right arm again thanks to a nerve…

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are a great way to help cover the cost of medical expenses that aren’t covered by health insurance — like cold medicine, antacids, or even reading glasses. At the…