Get Healthy: In advocating for vaccines, pediatricians point to benefits, address fears By Morgan McCabe, Times correspondent Mar 23, 2026 Recent federal guidance has upended the childhood immunization schedule. But local pediatricians are prepared to follow the more traditional American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations. Meredith Krogh is a family nurse practitioner with NorthShore Health in … Read more
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Get Healthy: Carol Slager: Orange cauliflower, broccolini and more make the veggie portion of your plate sing By Carol Slager, Times correspondent Mar 16, 2026 Orange, purple and green cauliflower and broccolini pack all the benefits of their traditional cousins while adding flare and flavor. Carol Slager suggests brightening your veggie choices with colored versions … Read more
Get Healthy: Recovery techniques boost results by repairing tissue and restoring energy after working out By Carrie Steinweg, Times correspondent Mar 13, 2026 You put in your reps and think you’re done with your workout. Think again. Steph Maderas is owner and head coach of Revolution Fitness in Crown Point. Tony. V. Martin, The Times … Read more
Get Healthy: Robust diagnostics, advanced therapies just the beginning in improved cancer survival rates By Christine Bryant, Times correspondent Mar 11, 2026 More patients are living long-term thanks to advances in screening, targeted therapies and coordinated care. Dr. Eduardo Braun is an oncologist/hematologist on staff at Powers Health and co-medical director of Powers Health Cancer … Read more
Get Healthy: Hormone cortisol comes to rescue when body’s in great stress but high or low levels can pose challenges By Mark Loehrke, Times correspondent Apr 6, 2026 Cortisol, a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, exists mainly to support the body in times of severe physical stress. Dr. Amna Ijaz is an endocrinologist … Read more
Bacteria often get a bad rap. From ear infections to strep throat, many people associate bacteria with infections, a doctor’s visit and a possible round of antibiotics. But in terms of gut health, the better the bacteria, the better you feel. The most beneficial bacteria? The bacterial species that live in your digestive system, or gut microbiome, … Read more
As temperatures rise, flowers bloom and viruses continue to circulate, it can be challenging to tell whether it’s the last gasps of cold season or if allergy season springs anew. Both have similar symptoms: sneezing, coughing and a runny nose, and they can signal a cold, allergies or both. We’re a nation of sufferers. According … Read more