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Monthly Archives: January 2017

Polar Opposites

Polar Opposites

by Daniel Nardini I have two friends named Bill and Steve. They are both nice guys, and have done a lot for me in the past which I am grateful… Read more »

Health Advocates Optimistic About Sugary Drink Tax Proposal

Health Advocates Optimistic About Sugary Drink Tax Proposal

Health advocates on Monday expressed optimism that a tax on sugary drinks is being considered as part of the bipartisan Senate budget proposal filed in Springfield. “We are grateful for… Read more »

For Seniors, Having a Partner Helps Cut Hip Fracture Risk

For Seniors, Having a Partner Helps Cut Hip Fracture Risk

Research from Spain confirms that senior women are three times more likely than their male peers to fracture a hip but also finds risk factors differ for men and women…. Read more »

Mammograms Tied to Over Diagnosis of Breast Cancer

Mammograms Tied to Over Diagnosis of Breast Cancer

Widespread breast cancer screening may catch smaller, slow-growing tumors that are unlikely to be fatal without curbing the diagnosis of advanced cancer cases, a Danish study suggests. Diagnosis rates for… Read more »

CCHHS Part of First Study to Test Efficacy and Safety of a New HIV-Prevention Medication

CCHHS Part of First Study to Test Efficacy and Safety of a New HIV-Prevention Medication

Cook County Health & Hospitals System’s (CCHHS) Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center is taking part in the first large-scale clinical trial of a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention. The… Read more »

‘Cybercycling’ During Gym Class Tied to Better School Behavior

‘Cybercycling’ During Gym Class Tied to Better School Behavior

Kids with behavioral problems may do better in school when they get to play virtual-reality games on stationary bikes instead of participating in traditional gym class activities, a small study… Read more »

Five USF Online Programs Make U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 “Best Online Programs” List

Five USF Online Programs Make U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 “Best Online Programs” List

Each year the U.S. News & World Report unveils its annual ranking of best online programs in an effort to help the millions of students researching online program options compare… Read more »

SSC Jazz Fest to Pay Tribute to legendary educator Keith Anderson

SSC Jazz Fest to Pay Tribute to legendary educator Keith Anderson

The 2017 SSC Jazz Festival Concert will be dedicated to the memory and legacy of Mr. Keith Anderson, long time music educator, advocate, and mentor. Mr. Anderson directed the bands… Read more »

Pillars Expands Outpatient Addictions Services into Berwyn-Cicero

Pillars Expands Outpatient Addictions Services into Berwyn-Cicero

At a critical time when substance misuse is becoming a national crisis, Pillars is expanding its Addictions Services in the Chicago area. Pillars, the largest nonprofit provider of mental health… Read more »

Name Change for Northerly Island Venue

Name Change for Northerly Island Venue

The Huntington National Bank, the Chicago Park District and Live Nation Entertainment announced a multi-year agreement for Huntington Bank to become the new name-in-title sponsor of the popular lakefront facility… Read more »