Health & Fitness
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Healthy Lombard launches winter fitness program for kidsJan 15, 2021 12:59 PM - The Healthy Lombard Foundation is sponsoring a "Winter Frosted Apple Fitness Program" to encourage kids to get active. The program runs Jan. 17 to March 28, with the potential for prizes in April.
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Lake County wants residents ready to get, give shots as vaccine supplies increase
Jan 15, 2021 8:18 AM - Lake County health officials are urging residents to register for COVID-19 vaccines so they can be quickly administered when more doses arrive. -
What should I know about COVID-19 vaccines if I'm pregnant?
Jan 14, 2021 7:57 AM - What should I know about COVID-19 vaccines if I'm pregnant? Vaccination is likely the best way to prevent COVID-19 in pregnancy, when risks for severe illness and death from the virus are higher than usual.
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Why hospitals are vaccinating employees who don't care for patients
Jan 13, 2021 8:55 AM - While federal guidelines recommend hospital staff who are most at risk of contracting COVID-19 be vaccinated first, so why is the vaccine going into the arms of so many hospital employees in administrative positions? -
Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I've had the virus?
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Healthy West Chicago hosts New Year Wellness Challenge
Jan 12, 2021 11:41 AM - Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2021 Healthy West Chicago Virtual Wellness Challenge, and join in the virtual physical activity events available to all throughout the year through a new free digital app. -
Lombard blood drives on Jan. 13Jan 11, 2021 3:31 PM - Yorktown Center shopping mall and First Church of Lombard host Versiti Blood Center of Illinois for blood drives Wednesday, Jan. 13. All donations will be tested for COVID-19 anti-bodies. Yorktown Center hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 1:30 to 7 p.m. at First Church of Lombard.
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What to do if you have frostbite in your hands
Jan 10, 2021 9:36 AM - Frostbite in the hands and fingers is a painful injury that happens when skin is exposed to freezing temperatures for too long. -
FDA approves new at-home COVID-19 test
Jan 10, 2021 7:00 AM - Q: It seems like a coronavirus test you can do at home would be really helpful. Then people who don't have symptoms could know that they should quarantine, and maybe that would help stop the spread. Is there anything like that on the horizon? -
Constable: Ex-Stevenson cheerleader, Otis Wilson's daughter comfortable in her athletic skin
Jan 10, 2021 8:06 AM - When her athletic body outgrew gymnastics, Danyele Wilson of Vernon Hills became a cheerleader. Now she's the first Black woman and American hired by a London-based fitness company.
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