So much has shifted and changed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. During these past several months, nearly everyone has been affected in some way and many are experiencing mood changes, irritability, anger, anxiety, fear and depression. Even though times are challenging, there are steps you can take to feel better. Here are … Continued
Losing a loved one is always difficult. As many in our world have sadly learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, coping with grief and loss is even more challenging. People feel cared for when others reach out to them during this difficult time in life. If you know someone who has experienced the loss of a … Continued
During the pandemic people are relying on technology more than ever before – for work, school and entertainment. People are even using it to stay connected with family and friends they would normally see in person. However, logging too much screen time can lead to burnout. Although experts agree that children should have specific screen-time … Continued
With remote work and school, fitness may have fallen to the wayside for many people. Without a commute, many of us have more hours in the day – but overall, people are more sedentary without going into an office or school. Potential effects of these lifestyle changes could be weight gain, stiff joints and aches … Continued
Wondering how to juggle your work with your children’s remote schooling? There’s no question balancing the two is a challenge. But with a bit of planning – and creativity – you can do it all. Here are some tips to ease the challenge of working and learning at home. View slideshow.
Are you worried that you may have COVID-19, the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus? Could you have been infected by SARS-CoV-2 and not known it? If you recovered from the virus, are you protected from getting it again. These are questions many of us are asking. And testing can help us get to some … Continued
In the age of COVID-19, what should you do if you have symptoms of a heart attack or stroke, feel intense abdominal pain or have a severe headache? These situations require a trip to the emergency room. But is it safe to go right now? Are emergency rooms even open? Yes and yes. Across the … Continued
Video health visits have increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. These visits allow patients to connect with their provider using an electronic device – cell phone, tablet or computer with a webcam. Providers are able to visualize and review patient concerns without the patient having to come to a physical office location. Although … Continued
These past few months have been a time of change. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Edward-Elmhurst Health began evaluating every piece of our business to see what needed to be modified to keep everyone – our staff, patients and visitors – safe. It’s meant developing more than 152 workflows around safety. Here … Continued
May is National Nurses Month, making it a perfect time to recognize the hard work and compassionate care from our nurses during these challenging times. Kelly Bratsos, Edward Hospital, and Kristin Hassett, Elmhurst Hospital, appeared on ABC7’s Windy City Live to share their experiences and what it’s like working on the frontline in the age … Continued