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For years, scientists have linked depression to mental, emotional, and psychological factors. They attributed depression to problems with family and friends, too much stress, certain medications and alcohol. However, a new study… Read more
Tips to Beat Stress Year-Round
Stress affects everyone, damaging our health and relationships. Here are Dr. Nelson’s tips for reducing stress in your life: Plan ahead and be flexible about your expectations. Think about your… Read more
Are you eating Plastic?
You wouldn’t dream of ordering a side of plastic with your meal, but you’re already eating 100 pieces of plastic each day without even realizing it, according to an alarming… Read more
Alderman Cardenas Expands Health and Wellness for Entire Ward
Alderman Cardenas, Chair of the Committee on Health and Environmental Protection, is expanding health care coverage support for 12th ward residents. Every Thursday from 9 am until Noon, the Midwest Asian… Read more
Tips and Habits for Banishing Anxiety for Life
School or work can sometimes be stressful, and with looming deadlines, you can easily feel overwhelmed. If you’re having a hard time getting through each day because of your anxiety,… Read more
Consejos Para Combatir el Estrés Todo el Año
Planee por adelantado y sea flexible con lo que espera. Piense en sus planes para las vacaciones y reuniones familiars. Todo mundo tiene expectaciones y algunas veces no son como… Read more
¿Está Usted Comiendo Plástico?
Usted no soñaría con ordenar un acompañante de plástico con su comida, pero está comiendo ya 100 partículas de plástico todos los días, sin siquiera darse cuenta, de acuerdo a… Read more
El Concejal Cárdenas Amplía Salud y Bienestar para Todos
El Concejal y Director del Comité sobre Protección Ambiental y Salud, está ampliando su apoyo en la cobertura de salud para los residentes del Distrito 12. Cada jueves, de 9… Read more
Consejos y Hábitos para Desterrar la Ansiedad de su Vida
Ls escuela o el trabajo pueden algunas veces causar estrés, con angustiosas fechas límites que tiene que cumplir, muchas veces puede sentirse abrumado. Si se le hace difícil terminar cada… Read more
April’s Move More Month: How to Hit Your Stride
By: Dr. Kwame Foucher, chief medical officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois As winter gives way to spring, some of us Illinois residents may be emerging from a state of “seasonal sedentary… Read more


