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Tips for a Safe and Happy Trick-or-Treat Season
Tips for a Safe and Happy Trick-or-Treat Season Halloween is just around the corner, which means parents and kids nationwide are gearing up for a fun night out and about in the neighborhood trick-or-treating. While there’s lots to enjoy about Halloween — fun costumes,...
4 Common Myths about Breast Cancer
4 Common Myths about Breast Cancer The start of October means it’s officially Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a global effort to encourage people around the world to learn about the disease and prioritize their breast health. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month,...
Asthma in Children
Asthma in Children For many kids, asthma is a real issue that can have a significant impact on their life. Asthma usually starts in kids before the age of 5 – in fact, asthma is the most common chronic childhood disease. Read on to learn more about childhood asthma,...
Is it COVID or the Flu?
Is it COVID or the Flu? We all know the feeling. You’re going about your day as usual, but something feels off. You’re a little sluggish. Maybe you feel slight irritation in your throat or notice your head is getting warm. Next thing you know, you’re laid up in bed...
Suicide Awareness Month — Warning Signs and How You Can Help
Suicide Awareness Month — Warning Signs and How You Can Help September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time to learn the facts about suicide and help spread awareness on how to prevent it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in the United States...
3 Things You Need to Know About Alopecia
3 Things You Need to Know About Alopecia Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that affects 6.8 million Americans, causing hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows or other regions of the body. The National Alopecia Areata Foundation has recognized the month of September...
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus Omicron Variant BA.5
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus Omicron Variant BA.5 As the country continues to adjust to a new normal in the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans are excited to return to regular activities thanks to COVID-19 vaccines. But like any virus, SARS-CoV-2,...
New Trials Show Promise for Peanut Allergy Remission in Kids
New Trials Show Promise for Peanut Allergy Remission in Kids For the parent of a child who suffers from a peanut allergy, it can be challenging to keep them safe from life-threatening allergic reactions while at school, on the playground or out and about in public...
How a Child’s Screen Time Affects Their Development
How a Child’s Screen Time Affects Their Development Gone are the days of families gathering around the television set to watch the evening news or the latest episode of a primetime sitcom. Nowadays, people across America have 24/7 access to a seemingly endless library...
Midwest Express Clinic is Now Open in Melrose Park, Illinois!
Midwest Express Clinic is Now Open in Melrose Park, Illinois! Midwest Express Clinic is now open and bringing quality and affordable healthcare to Melrose Park, Illinois! We are here for all of your preventative and urgent care needs including school and sports...
Celebrate National Wellness Month by Booking Your Annual Physical Exam
Celebrate National Wellness Month by Booking Your Annual Physical Exam August is National Wellness Month, a time for patients and medical professionals to put a spotlight on the importance of self-care and healthy living. One of the best methods to ensure you are...
Elevate Your Child’s School Lunch with These Healthy Tips
Elevate Your Child’s School Lunch with These Healthy Tips With school back in session this August, it’s not uncommon for kids to dread the return to class. However, parents also experience their fair share of back-to-school blues. According to a survey conducted by...