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School Physicals: Avoid the Lines and Go Early
School Physicals: Avoid the Lines and Go Early Although it feels as if summer has just begun, it’s never too early to think about your child’s school physical for the upcoming year. While it can feel like just another task to add to the back-to-school to-do list,...
Firework Safety Tips
Firework Safety Tips The time of year to celebrate America’s Independence is here, and for many, that means enjoying an exciting display of fireworks. While many large fireworks are illegal for consumers in Illinois and there are specific usage laws in Indiana, the...
All About Ticks
All About Ticks Going outside in great weather is almost a necessity, whether it’s to do yard work or to go for a hike. No matter where you go, you’re almost guaranteed to run into bugs of all kinds, some harmless, others not so much. Unfortunately, everywhere in the...
Healthy Snack and Juice Options for Kids
Healthy Snack and Juice Options for Kids As parents and guardians, one of the biggest goals is to help our children grow up healthy. Unfortunately, with so many snack and juice options appealing to kids, it can be difficult to ensure they are consuming only nutritious...
Summer Allergies
Summer Allergies Spring and fall are typically seasons known to allergy sufferers, but for many, allergies throughout the year are a reality, including during the summer months. While the causes may be different, the symptoms can be just as bad, and could potentially...
Summer Skin Care: Tips to Keep Skin Healthy & Happy
Summer Skin Care: Tips to Keep Skin Healthy & Happy Summer means it’s time to get outside and enjoy the warmth and fun outdoor activities. However, getting out in the sun and being active calls for more protection to keep your skin healthy. Skin is our bodies’...
Wart Removal: Proper Treatment Essential for Results
Wart Removal: Proper Treatment Essential for Results Warts can be a painful and embarrassing skin infection that may take time to resolve. Most people want to remove them as soon as possible, but proper removal is important to prevent infection or injury. Thankfully,...
Keep Your Kids Active During Summer Break
Keep Your Kids Active During Summer Break Summer is almost here, which means if you have school-aged kids, the summer break is quickly approaching. You may have great plans of family outings or vacations, but your kids may be thinking of video games, sleeping in, and...
Measles Outbreak: Latest Information & How to Protect Your Family
Measles Outbreak: Latest Information & How to Protect Your Family The measles outbreaks occurring in the United States has many on high alert. Confirmed cases according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have been widespread, including in...
The Importance of Camp & Sports Physicals
The Importance of Camp & Sports Physicals Spring and summer are filled with fun activities for kids, from sports seasons to various available camps. These are great ways for kids to practice social skills, teamwork, and stay physically active. However, before...
Melanoma Awareness Month: Identification and Prevention of Melanoma
Melanoma Awareness Month: Identification and Prevention of Melanoma Summer is almost here, which means tons of fun in the sun, but are you and your family adequately protected against harmful UV rays? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, “UV exposure is...
Ear Infections: Identification, Treatment & Prevention
Ear Infections: Identification, Treatment & Prevention It is not uncommon when one illness leads to another, such as the case with many ear infections. Many begin due to bacteria or a virus, such as having a cold, the flu, or even allergies. While ear infections...