An orthopedic surgeon says a child W-sitting is not usually a major cause of concern that needs to be clinically corrected.

A sleep expert explains why you and your partner should address common sleep conditions, like sleep apnea, before jumping to ...

People with an ALS diagnosis will experience muscle weakness as their nerve cells deteriorate over time. The cause is still ...

Cancer deaths have declined 20 percent in the last two decades. And while that’s good news, the American Cancer Society (ACS) reminds us that we […] With our LiveWell app and website, you can manage ...

Singing to infants exposes them to sound, touch, eye contact and movement. Infants often respond with eye contact, smiling, ...

Yelling or cheering make extra demands of your voice which can damage your vocal cords. Some health concerns also can ...

Measles can spread quickly, so preventive steps can significantly help keep the community safe during an outbreak, like getting vaccinated.

Various “Room of the Future” technologies are being implemented at many Advocate Health hospitals to improve patient and clinician experience.

A study done at Indiana University found a correlation between a clean home and physical fitness. Researchers found participants with cleaner homes exercised more. “At the end of the day, the interior ...

Recovery time from a broken or bruised rib is fairly similar. Both take about four to six weeks to heal. You may need imaging if there is a concern about additional serious injuries, but often this ...

No, the answer to which disease America fears most is Alzheimer’s, or dementia, according to a Marist Institute for Public Opinion poll. Right now, more than five million Americans are living with the ...

Jennifer Benson, health enews contributor, is coordinator of public affairs for Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She has 10+ years of community development and communication experience for ...