Articles by "Kathleen Troher"

Kathleen Troher
Kathleen Troher

Kathleen Troher, health enews contributor, is manager of public affairs and marketing at Advocate Good Sheperd Hospital in Barrington. She has more than 20 years of journalism experience, with her primary focus in the newspaper and magazine industry. Kathleen graduated from Columbia College in Chicago, earning her degree in journalism with an emphasis on science writing and broadcasting. She loves to travel with her husband, Ross. They share their home with a sweet Samoyed named Maggie.

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Top gym mistakes you may be making 
Top gym mistakes you may be making
You’ve taken the plunge, set your goals and made it to the gym. But is it paying off?
“Sometimes it can totally reverse the stroke” 
“Sometimes it can totally reverse the stroke”
For a stroke victim, time is of the essence. Learn about one patient’s story and what he credits for his near total recovery.
What to say – and not say – to a friend who has breast cancer 
What to say – and not say – to a friend who has breast cancer
Your friend has been diagnosed with cancer. What are the best things to say and do? An expert offers advice.
This healthy habit could help you save up to $2500 a year 
This healthy habit could help you save up to $2500 a year
New research finds that if you want to save money on medical bills, you should start this routine.
Are dietary supplements safe? 
Are dietary supplements safe?
These products boast health benefits, but some are sending thousands to the hospital every year.
Help! I’m addicted to the presidential race  Featured
Help! I’m addicted to the presidential race
Is your mental health a casualty of the latest election? It may be time for an intervention.
A second chance at life 
A second chance at life
A Gurnee woman thought she was having a panic attack, but her rapid decline required doctors to take life-saving measures to keep her alive.