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Deck the halls with healthy habits: Add physical activity to your holiday traditions

November 14, 2025

Across Illinois many of us recently saw the season’s first snow fall. While it can be tempting to hunker down as the evenings grow darker and colder, it’s important you don’t let the winter weather and holiday season keep you from healthy physical activity habits.However, that’s exactly what...

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Holidays during stressful times: Finding joy in the middle of chaos

October 28, 2025

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The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. However, for many, it can also be a period filled with stress and pressure. Navigating family gatherings, financial responsibilities, and the expectations of creating memorable experiences can leave us feeling...

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The power of a good night’s sleep: helping kids thrive

September 29, 2025

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After a restful summer, you may find there's one thing your children are not happy about: waking up early for school again! Did you know that struggling to wake up in the morning could be a sign of a lack of sleep? Let's explore why having restful nights can bring several benefits to children....

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Healing Generational Wounds: The Importance of Addressing Mental Health in Parenting

August 22, 2025

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The profound impact of intergenerational trauma on parenting cannot be overstated. The legacy of unresolved trauma resonates through families, shaping not only how parents relate to their children but also how children perceive themselves and the world around them. Yet, this deeply rooted issue...

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Representation in the water: Why swim lessons matter for every child

July 29, 2025

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It’s summertime! The days are hot, and the local swimming pool is jam packed with kids and adults alike making a splash and staying cool. While the pool can offer a fun summer day for the whole family, unfortunately, not everyone is comfortable at the pool or safe around the water. Disparities...

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HPV vaccine: not just for teens?

June 30, 2025

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Many people have heard of the HPV vaccine or have been vaccinated, but may not know what it does and why it is important. Parents and adults can make informed decisions about their health by learning about this essential vaccine. What is HPV? HPV stands for...

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Move for the Mind: Use physical activity to support mental health

May 12, 2025

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May is Mental Health Awareness MonthYou probably know that physical activity is important for improving your physical health and preventing or managing chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. But did you know that physical activity can also enhance your...

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A Game-Changer for Women’s Health: Discovering the benefits of strength training for aging women

April 17, 2025

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Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, yet the group that stands to benefit the most – older women – is participating in strengthening activities the least. National guidelines recommend that adults and older adults engage in muscle strengthening activities at least 2 days...

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Keeping your kidneys healthy

March 28, 2025

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National Kidney Month is in March! Let’s learn about kidney health, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and steps we can take to take care of our kidneys. What are our Kidneys? The kidneys are in our lower back, right below our rib cage. Their main function is to filter out waste, toxins,...

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Understanding Eating Disorders: An Important Conversation

March 5, 2025

As March rolls in, societal pressure ramps up, pushing many of us to conform to certain standards of beauty and appearance. With an influx of ads and messages promoting "getting ready for your summer body" through diets, fitness programs, and beauty products, it’s vital to address eating disorders—...

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Strength at any age: The crucial role of strength training for adults

January 31, 2025

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Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, especially as you age, but most U.S. adults, and even fewer older adults, don’t meet the federal recommendations for strength training.What happens to our body as we age?Starting in your thirties, muscle mass begins to...

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