Articles for Tag: "Illinois"

How the ‘Happy’ song proves good for your brain 
How the ‘Happy’ song proves good for your brain
The song that gets stuck in your head on a daily basis may be boosting your brain power.
West Nile may be close to home 
West Nile may be close to home
The virus carried by mosquitos and dead birds has been reported in the Chicago region.
Measles cases spike in U.S. 
Measles cases spike in U.S.
The CDC reports the highest number of measles cases since 2000. Get the details.
Illinois babies being tested for new disorder 
Illinois babies being tested for new disorder
The Illinois Department of Public Health will now join other states in screening newborns for a rare blood disease.
Using words to heal 
Using words to heal
An expert explains the value of how we speak and how it affects us on a deep, emotional level.
Mumps making a comeback 
Mumps making a comeback
You may be at greater risk of contracting mumps if not vaccinated. Get the details.
Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death 
Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death
A 13-year-old who underwent a routine tonsil surgery is now brain dead. Here’s what one expert says every parent should know.