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Evanston, Ill. – Endeavor Health is leading the way to usher in a new era of pathology services that embraces digital technology and artificial intelligence to provide faster and more accurate…

As Deborah Dohnal felt herself falling, she instinctively pulled her hands in to protect previously fractured wrists and instead landed with full force on her left elbow. The fluke fall happened fast…

The risk of falls and hip fractures increases with age and is more prevalent in women than men. There are about 300,000 hip fractures a year in the United States, and our aging population suggests…

For decades, doctors have used stem cells to help repair the body. Stem cells are unique because they can replicate themselves, creating more healthy cells in the part of the body that needs to heal…

If you or someone you know has ever experienced delirium, it was probably a frightening experience. When you experience delirium, you may not know where — or who — you are. It comes on without warning…

While we are often caught up in societal pressures that don’t necessarily promote healthy lifestyles, there are concrete things everyone can do today to lower their risk of developing a health issue…

Most adults know their kids should get an annual physical with a primary care doctor as they grow. But the checkups shouldn’t stop when they reach adulthood. In fact, regular wellness visits with a…

When it comes to cardiovascular disease, Illinois residents unfortunately have their fair share. The Illinois Department of Public Health reports that in 2021, there were 26,280 deaths in Illinois…

Cancer and heart disease have many of the same underlying risk factors, including smoking and metabolic disease like diabetes, and some cancer therapies further elevate the risks of cardiac problems…

Children run around outside, play sports and break bones, it’s a fact of life. And while it is impossible to prevent all of them, there are ways to focus on strong bone health and reduce the risks of…

Spring is here, and it’s time to get moving! Whether you’re tackling yard work, hitting the hiking trails or starting a new workout routine, it’s important to ease in and avoid injury. Without proper…

After a long Midwest winter, the arrival of spring brings the excitement of getting back outside. Gardening, garage cleanouts and spring-cleaning feel refreshing—but jumping into activity too quickly…