
2020 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
With the holiday season right around the corner, what better way to show appreciation for your loved one other than a provider-recommended gift.
With the holiday season right around the corner, what better way to show appreciation for your loved one other than a provider-recommended gift.
Home – a place where many of us have been spending our time these last few months. With infections spreading, many of us will not attend traditional holiday gatherings or bond with extended family or friends. Unfortunately, with cases rising throughout Illinois and the country, it’s crucial that we limit small gatherings as these are a contributor to the rise in COVID-19 cases. While celebrating virtually or with members of your own household is an option, it may not cover the long days after you’ve logged off with your loved ones.
Haunted houses, ghosts and jack‑o’-lanterns are just a few familiar scares associated with Halloween. In 2020, COVID-19 has added a new level of fear to this holiday. What will the spookiest day of the year look like during a global health pandemic? Dr. Malini Kumar, a pediatrician with DuPage Medical Group, explains how COVID-19 will affect Halloween and what you can do to make this annual holiday ‘Spooktacular’ given the circumstances.
Your body mass index (BMI) is a broad way to help determine if you are at a healthy weight for your height. Your BMI can be used as a tool to decide if your weight is putting you at additional risk for health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes. View our infographic to learn more about your BMI and when to consult your physician.
As you continue to wear a face mask in public to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, you may notice some side effects such as breakouts, dryness, redness or other forms of irritation. This is due to the mask creating friction against your skin and restricting your airflow, which causes a build-up of humidity, sweat and bacteria. Our Dermatologists provide some tips on how to avoid irritation from masking.
Essential oils have become a popular way to relax and support your emotional well-being. While many are drawn to essential oils because they’re considered to be natural products, they’re not always risk-free. Incorrect or over-use of essential oils can cause an allergic reaction, especially if you have asthma or are prone to environmental allergies. They can also pose health risks for pregnant women, children and pets. Allergist, Amee Majmundar, MD, shares tips on how to enjoy essential oils safely.
To effectively eliminate as many germs as possible and reduce the spread of diseases like COVID-19, it’s important to clean all commonly used surfaces throughout your home, car and handbag, including your electronic devices. Here are six tips to disinfect your electronic devices.
Polyps are often discussed when talking about colorectal cancer or its screening tests including a colonoscopy. While you may be familiar with the term, you may not know what a polyp is, how it forms and what you can do to prevent them. Gastroenterologist, Kaitlin Wanta, DO, shares what you should know about polyps and some tips to prevent them.
It is recommended that adults receive seven to nine hours of sleep each night. However, getting the sleep you need to function at your best is not always as easy as it sounds.
For many, breathing requires little effort or thought. For some, however, stress and anxiety can lead to short, rapid breathing which can worsen these symptoms. A great way to avoid feelings of stress, anxiety and shortness of breath is to consciously focus on the breaths you take each day.