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When it comes to getting a colonoscopy, some people may be anxious about the procedure. The truth is that colonoscopies are routine, safe and fairly quick. Most importantly, colonoscopies save lives…

According to the World Health Organization, colon cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, representing about 10% of all cancer cases. The good news is when caught early, colon cancer is…

That time of the month again? Periods are a part of life for many years for most women. They can, unfortunately, have a negative impact on your quality of life with cramps, bloating, breast tenderness…

Larry Anderson, 74, of Naperville, used to rely on a smartwatch to track his low heart rate. Admittedly, the smartwatch wasn’t entirely accurate. It would check his heart rate several times each day…

When you’re feeling good, or if you’re a parent and your kids are healthy, it’s easy to breeze through life without scheduling check-ups with a doctor. With busy schedules, it’s understandable…

A healthy diet and lifestyle are the best way to prevent a variety of diseases, including heart disease. It may seem daunting to change your diet, but starting with small steps and building on your…

The most flexible joint in the body, the shoulder and the supporting muscles around it are subject to plenty of wear and tear, making them prone to injuries and degenerative ailments. Shoulder health…

When Dorothea Schaeffer, 59, of Benton, PA, first began experiencing stroke-like symptoms in November 2023, she was beginning a long and difficult journey that she would later describe as “miracle…

Nicole Seale, 43, of Libertyville, encourages people to keep searching for answers to unexplained health issues, as frustrating as the journey can be. “You know what you're feeling and if it’s right…

While colorectal cancer is still a leading cause of cancer deaths nationally, the rate of deaths has been dropping in recent decades thanks to successful screening. Colorectal cancer screenings —…

A young woman’s first period gets a lot of attention. There are books upon books about how it works, what it feels like and how to manage it. Some people even throw their daughters a party to…