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Women’s Health

While juggling work and caretaking responsibilities, women often end up ignoring their own health. But to take better care of others, you need to take care of yourself first. This month, get tips to improve your general health, including getting the most out of your annual well-woman checkup. You’ll also learn more about stress incontinence and treatment options that can effectively manage symptoms.
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Why Women Need to Put Their Health First

By Dr. Anne Schneider
and Dr. Krystle Gadrinab-Jones

Ladies: to take better care of those you love, you need to take care of yourself first.

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Get More From Your Well-Woman Checkup

By Dr. Basel Imam

Many women dread their annual well-woman checkup. But instead of viewing it as an inconvenience, think of it as an opportunity to improve your overall health.

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Say Goodbye to Pesky Leakage

By Dr. Kelly Jirschele

If you experience occasional urine leakage, you’re not alone. Stress incontinence is common, especially among women.

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Featured Articles

Windy City Live: Heart Health

Dr. Michelle Meziere and Wendy Murphy from Edward-Elmhurst Health appeared on a recent episode of Windy City Live on ABC7 to answer common questions about heart attacks.

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Five Cardiac Risk Factors You Need to Know

People tend to think if they're feeling good, they must be in good health. But the truth is, you can feel great and still be at a higher risk for heart disease.

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Six Successful Diet Strategies

If you’ve ever considered dieting, you know just how confusing it can be with all the conflicting advice. But it doesn’t have to be so complicated.

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Take Control of Back Pain

Back pain can affect everything from simple self-care, to your job, to how you interact with your family and friends. When your back is compromised, so is your life.

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New Technology Improves Heart Disease Screenings & Treatment

Advances in technology are allowing more patients with heart disease to undergo successful treatment. These new devices and procedures make it possible to treat more people than we could have 10 years ago.

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Is it Time for a Joint Replacement?

If you find yourself unable to perform simple tasks after trying more conservative treatments, it may be time to consider a joint replacement.

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