It starts with one child who found rubbing his eyes during group activities. By the end of the week, half the class is blinking through redness and watery discharge. When pink eye starts making its rounds in schools, it spreads…

A workplace injury usually happens at the most inconvenient times. One moment you are busy doing the assigned work, and the next, you are hit with a sharp pain, swelling, and a cut that won’t stop bleeding. During such times,…

We have all experienced urinary discomfort at some point in our lives. That burning sensation while urinating, going to the bathroom every hour, and the dull ache in the lower abdomen all point to a urinary tract infection. But in…

It often starts quietly. You will see a loved one repeatedly ask questions, forget familiar names, or often avoid social interactions. In this situation, the first thing we blame is the stress or the effects of aging. However, when these…

Personalised medicine has now become a crucial aspect of how health care is provided across Chicago. As one of the most diverse urban centres in the nation, the city brings various health issues that are not easily addressed with conventional…

Do you find yourself scrolling through your phone late at night only to wake up tired? If so, you’re not alone. For many Chicago residents, sleep problems are becoming more common than ever. According to the CDC, 50% of American…

Keeping up with fitness while having a bustling routine isn’t easy at all. Packed days, long commutes, and extended work hours can leave little to no time for exercise, especially if you are living in a city like Chicago. Fortunately,…

Allergies in Chicago aren't predictable anymore. People now see symptoms appear earlier in the year, stay around longer, and get worse with time. Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, and sinus pressure feel more like a routine discomfort, no matter if you're…

We all have those burning health concerns that keep us awake at night. And we turn to Google every time, looking for quick, reassuring answers. Be it a sore throat, a constant cough, or a sudden flu, our mind almost…

High cholesterol refers to too much waxy fat-like substance in your blood. It is a crucial component that helps form hormones, Vitamin D, cells, and digestion. However, when cholesterol, especially bad cholesterol (LDL), stays at high levels in your blood,…