Monthly Archives: June 2015
Experts Warn About Dangerous ‘Dabbing’ Trend Among Teen Pot Smokers
Parents, ask your teens: “Have you ever heard of ‘dabbing’?” This increasingly popular way to get high uses butane passed through a steel or glass tube containing bits of marijuana… Read more
Holy Cross Hospital to Host a Blood Drive
All adults 18 years and older are welcome to a Blood Drive hosted by Holy Cross Hospital Tuesday, July 7th, from 9a until 1p, in the hospital auditorium at 2701… Read more
FDA Orders Companies to Remove Partially Hydrogenated Oils from Processed Foods
Watch out, junk-food lovers. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given U.S. food manufacturers three years to remove all partially hydrogenated oils from their products because the agency wants… Read more
C-Section Births May Increase the Risk of Childhood Diseases
Expecting moms take note: Opting for a caesarean delivery, known as a C-section, could seriously put your kids’ long-term health at risk. Recent findings published in the journal BMJ showed… Read more
The State of Senior Health: Where Illinois Made Strides, and Where We Need to Improve
By: Dr. Bruce Weiss, medical director, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois With America’s senior population expected to double in size by 2050, it is important that we ensure seniors in Illinois can… Read more
Lyons plans spectacular 4th of July celebration
The Village of Lyons will host its annual 4th of July Independence Day celebration including a parade, children’s entertainment at Veteran’s Park and an evening of fireworks, Lyons Mayor Christopher… Read more
Festival Cubano Gears Up for Sixth Year
By: Ashmar Mandou Festival Cubano Director and Founder George Herrera kicked off the sixth annual Latin music festival Tuesday morning during a press conference at 90 Miles Café. “After last… Read more
Enlace Chicago Launches Casa Destino
This week, Enlace Chicago, has launched a project that will address the dire needs of the most densely populated community in Chicago, Little Village, by creating a new, innovative facility… Read more
Berwyn Police Department to Crackdown on Drunk Drivers During Independence Day
The Berwyn Police Department announced plans to step up Independence Day traffic enforcement, focusing on both drunk and unbuckled drivers. The intensified enforcement effort will concentrate on late-night hours as… Read more
South Loop to Welcome New Farmers Market
By: Ashmar Mandou South Loop residents are about to welcome a new fresh farmers market on Thursday, June 25th. Replete with local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, specialty foods and… Read more