Heart disease is still prevalent in our society, but fortunately there are many notable advancements in medicine, nutrition and surgical procedures. Learn how patients are receiving better treatment. ...

The holiday season ought to be filled with joy, but for many it brings out feelings of depression or isolation. Beat those feelings by being proactive with these tips. ...

Mental illness is curable and treatment goes beyond medication. Discover some of the latest breakthroughs in treatment and how they promise new, effective treatments for mental and behavioral illnesses. ...

Spending hours at a desk can lead to awful aches and pains. Consider these five tips from Strelcheck Chiropractic for maintaining a better posture at your desk. ...

Take hope in new technologies, treatments and surgeries that are catching cancer earlier and increasing the odds of survival for those diagnosed with this terrible disease. ...

Maintaining your weight during the holiday season is tough, what with all that rich, heavy food around. Tiffanie Young, of Centegra Health System, offers pointers on how to eat smart and have fun. ...

Meet the two women behind the Pink Ribbon Doll, a product and workshop series meant to raise money for cancer treatment. ...

Physical activity is important for staying healthy, but it also puts wear and tear on your joints. Dr. Stephen Rochell, an orthopedic surgeon at Crystal Lake Orthopedics, shares a few ways to keep active joints in good condition. ...

Your skin can say just as much about your health as your inner workings. Learn from the team at InnovaMed Aesthetic Care, in Rockford, how to keep that skin looking great. ...

Our children are constantly developing, but some get there faster than others. Amanda Helbling, MPT, of the Pediatric Place in Crystal Lake, shares how parents can help their kids to succeed. ...