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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Twin’s diagnosis prevented her sister from developing the same cancer 
Twin’s diagnosis prevented her sister from developing the same cancer
“I was healthy before all of this happened.”
These two factors can triple your depression risk 
These two factors can triple your depression risk
An estimated 15 million Americans suffer from depression. Understanding who’s most at risk is the key to early intervention.
Got the winter blues? Try these 3 things  Featured
Got the winter blues? Try these 3 things
Planning to hibernate this winter? You may want to rethink your plans for the sake of your psyche.
Here’s how you can give the gift of healthy living this season 
Here’s how you can give the gift of healthy living this season
These tools will help your loved ones live their best lives.
Still shopping for gifts? Check out these ideas for meaningful presents 
Still shopping for gifts? Check out these ideas for meaningful presents
Research suggests many people make critical errors when selecting presents. An expert offers four signifiers of a successful gift.
Infographic: Drop sizes with these 9 tips 
Infographic: Drop sizes with these 9 tips
Try out these life hacks to re-train your brain and avoid overeating.
Here’s how to get fit – and stay fit – as you age 
Here’s how to get fit – and stay fit – as you age
Learn how to maintain muscle mass and flexibility in every decade of life.