Understanding healthcare
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Online physician ratings from verified patients help consumers select providers who will meet their healthcare needs.
Visitor limitations help keep patients healthy, protect the vulnerable
With seasonal illnesses on the rise, visitor restrictions in place in units with moms, babies and children to protect patients.
Mimi considers Medicare plan out of sight, out of mind
Mimi Bergland was glad to have good health insurance when an ambulance took her to Carle Foundation Hospital not long ago.
Fisherman hooked on close-to-home tune-ups for his ticker
Since beginning his heart-focused practice in Olney, Dr. Prem Ghai has helped more people get cardiac care closer to home.
#HAVhope campaign puts important focus on violence prevention
Sponsored by the American Hospital Association, Hospitals Against Violence aims to reduce all forms of community violence.
10 lifestyle practices for stellar sleep
Sleep Center expert says simple changes to daytime and nighttime habits can help you get the rest your mind and body need.
13 Reasons Why sparks controversy and conversation
Psychologist Andrea Klein encourages parents to use a much-talked-about Netflix show as a way to start important discussions.
The problem with produce (and 4 things we can do about it)
Blogger admits fresh fruits and veggies can be, well, a bit of a pain. Her simple tips make all the healthful benefits worth the effort.
3 ways to keep cookouts healthy and enjoyable
Blogger: I haven’t been to many cookouts featuring salmon, quinoa and kale. Nope, it’s typically hamburgers and hot dogs.
Hard conversations, simple paperwork help families avoid heartache
"Death is not a bad outcome sometimes,” Dr. Malec Mokraoui said, imploring people to make their end-of-life wishes known.
