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Beneath a crescent moon sits an alarm clock.
Read article: Building a better night's sleep
Building a better night's sleep
Daylight Saving Time kicked in a couple of weeks ago, and if you're anything like me, adjusting to the change may have taken its toll. While I...
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Read article: More Than Pumpkin Pie: The Power of Holiday Tradition
More Than Pumpkin Pie: The Power of Holiday Tradition
Growing up, I had two distinctive impressions of pumpkin pie.Both of my grandmothers made homemade pies each year, but each was a different...
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Read article: Time to check your subscription services
Time to check your subscription services
How many subscriptions do you have right now? If you are not sure, it may be time to take a closer look at what you are paying for each month....
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Read article: Try daily expense tracking
Try daily expense tracking
With consumer costs remaining high, now is a great time to start tracking your daily expenses. Research suggests that financial literacy, mental...

News Releases

Food and Nutrition Educator Kristin Bogdonas leading a class of tai chi for older adults
Governor Pritzker Proclaims Falls Prevention Awareness Week in Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker has officially proclaimed September 21-25 as Falls Prevention Awareness Week to raise awareness about falls among older adults and promote prevention strategies that help residents remain healthy, active, and independent. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal...
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Illinois Extension hosts free community event Sunday, Aug. 30
ST. CHARLES, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension will host an Extension Connection Community Day on Sunday, Aug. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kane County Idea Garden in St. Charles. This FREE open house will feature activities for all ages highlighting the environment, gardening, food,...
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See the World Clearly: Everyday Habits for Healthy Eyes
Did you know your eyes can distinguish millions of colors? Or that the muscles controlling your eyes are among the busiest in your body, making thousands of movements every day? From reading a favorite book to recognizing a familiar face, our eyes work tirelessly to help us experience the world...

Videos

Wellness in Nature: Four Seasons Gardening

Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. From creating a sensory experience while growing vegetables and fruits in a garden, to hiking and exploring a forest preserve, even a short amount of time spent in nature can improve overall health. Explore the health benefits...