State’s Attorney Hosting Taylor Babec Blood Drive June 3
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow will host his annual Taylor Babec Community Blood Drive on June 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in front of the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center, 304 N. Scott Street, directly across the street from the Will County Office Building. The blood drive is in honor of the…
Shining a Light on Alopecia
This year’s Academy Awards show probably will be best remembered not for who won or lost or who wore what, but because of “the slap.” Actor Will Smith took to the stage and slapped comedian Chris Rock as he was preparing to present an award. Rock was cracking jokes, including one about Smith’s wife, Jada…
Understanding Aphasia
Recently, the family of actor Bruce Willis announced he has been diagnosed with aphasia. A social media post by Willis’ family said the aphasia is “impacting his cognitive abilities.” This stunning announcement has many people wondering: What exactly is aphasia, and how serious is it? “Aphasia is basically being unable to communicate – to talk.…
Flu Cases on the Rise Despite the Time of Year!
H3N2 is the most serious strain this year; still time to get vaccine. After being virtually nonexistent last year, influenza is back in full force. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent flu report, there have been at least 4.7 million flu illnesses, 47,000 hospitalizations, and 2,800 deaths from flu…
Audit Confirms Concerns, Needed Progress After Deadly La Salle Veterans Home COVID-19 Outbreak
State Rep. Lance Yednock, who led the Legislature to request a special state audit in the aftermath of the deadly La Salle Veterans Home COVID-19 outbreak in late 2020, issued the following statement in response to the release of the audit: “The devastating and deadly outbreak at the La Salle Veterans Home raised so many…
Gardening Benefits More Than Your Taste Buds
With the recent celebration of Earth Day 2022, it’s the perfect time to pledge to improve yourself and the world around you. A low-impact workout through gardening accomplishes both. Kelly Bogowith, a physical therapist at OSF HealthCare in Alton, says planting roots, literally, is the jump start many need after being cooped up all winter,…
Moving on from a Sedentary Lifestyle
Study suggests cancer survivors need more activity. It’s no secret that leading a sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to a person’s health in a number of ways – it increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, depression, and more. A lack of regular activity is equally harmful for cancer survivors, as well. Cancer survivors,…
Rowe Serves as an Honorary Relay For Life of Kankakee County Chair
The Kankakee County Relay’s Event Leadership Team has selected Jim Rowe to serve as their second honorary chair for the Relay For Life of Kankakee County, which will take place at Bishop McNamara Catholic School on Saturday, June 11. Rowe is serving his second term as Kankakee County State’s Attorney, having been first elected in…
Golf Season is Here; Are You Ready?
Take the proper steps to ensure an injury-free season. Spring has arrived, which means another golf season is upon us, and that has many golf enthusiasts racing off to area courses. Before tossing the clubs in the trunk, however, the first priority is getting your body ready for a long season. Hopefully, you’ve maintained some…
Illinois Passes Bill to Better Protect Seniors and At-Risk Residents from Waterborne Health Risks
The Illinois General Assembly recently enacted new legislation requiring water utilities to notify healthcare and senior living facilities of water supply disruptions that could lead to water quality and microbial risks, such as legionella and other pathogens. “With the passage of this legislation, Illinois is building on its leadership efforts to proactively manage water supply…
The 411 on Seasonal Allergies
Every year, millions of Americans, who live in regions that experience harsh winters, count down the weeks until warmer weather returns. For many of these people, warmer weather also means spring allergies – especially in the Midwest, where pollen is the main culprit. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI), spring…
Uplifted Care Celebrating 40 Years!
Founded as Hospice of Kankakee Valley, Uplifted Care in Bourbonnais has played a significant role in the community during the past four decades, caring for more than 15,000 patients and is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The organization provides hospice, palliative, or supportive care for advanced illnesses, including cancer, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, COPD, as well…
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