Articles by "Johnna Kelly"

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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What are the leading causes of stress for Americans? 
What are the leading causes of stress for Americans?
New research reveals that discrimination, health and family responsibilities are increasing stress levels. Get the details.
Enjoy a pint, but avoid binge drinking on St. Patrick’s Day  Featured
Enjoy a pint, but avoid binge drinking on St. Patrick’s Day
Want to know why your memory’s foggy after a night of heavy drinking? Ask you brain and liver.
What people think about your acne 
What people think about your acne
Research shows misconceptions about the common skin condition can lead to negative perceptions of those suffering from it.
How accurate is your fitness tracker? 
How accurate is your fitness tracker?
Research suggests wearable devices that track steps, calories burned and heart rate may not be as precise as marketed.
Tai chi may help ward off heart disease 
Tai chi may help ward off heart disease
Research shows the mind-body practice of tai chi helps lower blood pressure.
Drink tea to lower risk of heart disease 
Drink tea to lower risk of heart disease
Research shows tea may protect the heart and help prevent a stroke or heart issues.
New procedure aimed to jump-start weight loss 
New procedure aimed to jump-start weight loss
FDA-approved tool brings non-surgical solution to portion control. Get the details.