MARIJUANA
Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Endometriosis and orgasmic disorder added to Illinois medical cannabis list

IDPH has approved four new conditions for medical cannabis treatment: endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, and female orgasmic disorder.

woman outside in the cold
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
What cold weather does to the body and how to protect yourself this winter

Health experts warn extreme cold – or even prolonged exposure to normal winter temperatures – can affect the heart, the brain and other vital organs.

St. John's Hospital
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
HSHS St. John’s Hospital implements visitor restrictions

Only two visitors are allowed per patient at a time, and visitors must be 18 or older.

An abortion- rights activist holds a box of mifepristone pills as demonstrators from both anti-abortion and abortion-rights groups rally outside the Supreme Court in Washington, Tuesday, March 26, 2024. (AP Photo/Amanda Andrade-Rhoades, File)
National
11 months ago
Abortions are up in the US. It’s a complicated picture as women turn to pills, travel

Illinois, Kansas and New Mexico are among the states with new clinics offering abortions.

Springfield Memorial Hospital sign
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
Springfield Memorial limits visitors amid rise in illnesses

The visitor restrictions apply to inpatient units at all five Memorial Health hospitals, including Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Springfield, and Taylorville.

Hiking boots on trail
Local
11 months ago
Start the new year with a First Day Hike at Sangchris Lake State Park

Sangchris Lake State Park is one of 15 parks in Illinois participating in the First Day Hike program.

Wild birds
Local
11 months ago
Bird flu outbreak raises concerns in Illinois after waterfowl deaths

Residents are being urged to avoid handling or attempting to capture sick or dead birds.

Focus Essentials vitamins can help you when you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
Why Focus Essentials is the solution for holiday stress and mental well-being

The time of the should be a time of joy, connection, and celebration—not stress and exhaustion. With Focus Essentials, you can stay energized, focused, and calm, ensuring you’re able to handle the demands of the season with ease and grace. Click here to enjoy 20% off with this exclusive holiday offer.

Health & Wellness
11 months ago
Support for “magic” mushrooms

Opponent: Wait until FDA gets involved

Woman about to receive immunization
Health & Wellness
12 months ago
How RFK Jr.’s health proposals could affect Illinois

The federal health department nominee has a history of spreading false information, but he could find a partner in Illinois on food regulations

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