Articles by "Jennifer Benson"

Jennifer Benson
Jennifer Benson

Jennifer Benson, health enews contributor, is coordinator of public affairs for Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She has 10+ years of community development and communication experience for non-profits and has a BA in Architecture from Judson University in Elgin, IL. Outside of work, you can find her planning the next adventure near water or rocks, re-organizing spaces, working on her Master’s in Public Health, caring for her senior citizen cat, keeping to healthy moving and eating disciplines and growing green things wherever she can find room.

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A dog that can truly understand what patients are going through 
A dog that can truly understand what patients are going through
This animal therapy dog can relate to cancer patients because she’s a cancer survivor too.
7 morning routines that wear you out 
7 morning routines that wear you out
You may blame a poor night’s sleep for being tired. But one expert says your morning routine may be the real culprit.
Norovirus, cold or flu: Which is it?  Featured
Norovirus, cold or flu: Which is it?
A recent outbreak of norovirus shut down an Illinois high school. Do you know the difference between common illnesses and what to do when you have them?
Naughty or nice? Holiday items to avoid 
Naughty or nice? Holiday items to avoid
Baking cookies or putting up a tree this year? An expert lends advice on how to keep your family safe over the holidays.
How ovaries impact a woman’s everyday life  Featured
How ovaries impact a woman’s everyday life
If you aren’t pregnant they are likely not top of mind, but an OBGYN shares 5 facts every woman should know.
7 morning routines that wear you out 
7 morning routines that wear you out
You may blame a poor night’s sleep for being tired. But one expert says your morning routine may be the real culprit.
Are classroom chairs a thing of the past? 
Are classroom chairs a thing of the past?
A recent study reveals a health benefit to new flexible seating options for kids.