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Johnna Kelly
Johnna Kelly

Johnna Kelly, healthe news contributor, is a manager of public affairs and marketing at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. She is a former newspaper reporter and spent nearly 10 years as a public relations professional working for state and county government. During her time as a communications staffer for the Illinois General Assembly, she was integral in drafting and passing legislation creating Andrea's Law, the nation's first murderer registry. In her spare time, she volunteers at a local homeless shelter, enjoys traveling, photography and watching the Chicago Bulls.

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Are fast casual restaurants really healthier than fast food? 
Are fast casual restaurants really healthier than fast food?
New research suggests health-conscious eaters do their homework before choosing where to grab a quick bite.
How to prevent mindless eating 
How to prevent mindless eating
Eating when you aren’t hungry takes a negative toll on your body, research shows.
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Help teens make smart decisions this prom season
Learn tips to keep your teen safe and informed during this high pressure time.
Are robot surgeons in your future? 
Are robot surgeons in your future?
Researchers suggest that intelligent, next-generation robotic systems can decrease complications and save lives. Find out the latest.
Naloxone reverses opioid overdose, saves lives 
Naloxone reverses opioid overdose, saves lives
Emergency medical personnel use a life-saving measure to save patients from heroin and prescription drug overdoses.
Study: Friendship more powerful than morphine 
Study: Friendship more powerful than morphine
Researchers find that people with large social networks have a higher tolerance for pain.
Help teens make smart decisions this prom season 
Help teens make smart decisions this prom season
Learn tips to keep your teen safe and informed during this high pressure time.