Articles by "Andrew Smith"

Andrew Smith
Andrew Smith

health enews contributor, is on the Advocate Health Care communications team. Before joining Advocate, Andrew was a digital producer and assignment desk editor at WGN-TV in Chicago and WRTV in Indianapolis. He enjoys making complex health care topics easy to understand.

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Rise in appendiceal cancer cases among younger adults 
Rise in appendiceal cancer cases among younger adults
It may even be found accidentally.
This common injury causes your elbow to break down 
This common injury causes your elbow to break down
Learn when Tommy John surgery is used as treatment.
Timing is key: How long are you contagious with the flu? 
Timing is key: How long are you contagious with the flu?
And how long does it take for symptoms to begin?
Harvest the health benefits of these 4 fall foods 
Harvest the health benefits of these 4 fall foods
There are some nutritious options among the typical fall holiday treats.
What to expect from a breastfeeding support group 
What to expect from a breastfeeding support group
You and your baby may mutually benefit.
Eat these 3 foods to stay hydrated 
Eat these 3 foods to stay hydrated
Besides drinking water, there are other ways to prevent dehydration. One may even surprise you.