Articles for Tag: "Advocate Condell Medical Center"

Cinnamon challenge hospitalizing kids 
Cinnamon challenge hospitalizing kids
At least 30 teens nationwide have ended up in the hospital after taking a risky cinnamon dare. Here’s alarming new information parents need to know.
American dishes that can harm your health 
American dishes that can harm your health
A new study shows that a “Western-style” diet may cut your life-span.
Stroke survivor calls treatment a miracle  Featured
Stroke survivor calls treatment a miracle
Susan Sobanski’s life was hanging in the balance after she had a stroke at home. Quick action and cutting-edge stroke treatment from a team of experts saved her life.
Barrett’s esophagus: The hidden link to cancer  Featured
Barrett’s esophagus: The hidden link to cancer
If you’re experiencing chronic acid reflux, it may be a sign of something more serious. In some cases it has been linked to a rare form of deadly cancer. Read how one patient caught it before it was too late.
Doctors call for limits on caffeine in energy drinks 
Doctors call for limits on caffeine in energy drinks
Saying energy drinks may threaten the health of young people, a group of doctors and health officials are urging the government to regulate the amount of caffeine they contain.
New study dubs Americans worst at texting and driving 
New study dubs Americans worst at texting and driving
We may not want to admit it, but the majority of drivers in the U.S. are guilty of distracted driving. New research proves it.
Do you believe what the Internet says about your health?  Featured
Do you believe what the Internet says about your health?
A new study shows that 35 percent of Americans report diagnosing themselves or family members online. But if your last web search shows you have Gaucher disease, can you believe the information you’re getting? What can you do to avoid a self-misdiagnosis? Follow these tips to use the Internet responsibly when searching for medical conditions.