Cigarette use in U.S. hits 80-year low, survey finds

Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.

Chicago nonprofit gifts local families fertility treatments
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Fertility treatment is a great option for those looking to conceive but it can cost upwards of $30,000 without insurance. That's a huge barrier for most families. The Chicago Coalition for Building Families has gifted that treatment to dozens of families.

Strike ends with rally as nurses continue push for new contract at UI Health

The week-long strike against the University of Illinois Hospital System ended with a rally on Sunday as nurses vowed to continue fighting for a new contract.

Strike ends with rally as nurses continue push for new contract at UI Health
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The week-long strike against the University of Illinois Hospital System ended with a rally on Sunday as nurses vowed to continue fighting for a new contract.

Out of the Darkness Walk raises money for suicide prevention
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Suicide is one of the leading causes of death for people of all ages. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosts Out of the Darkness Walks to raise money and awareness for suicide prevention. The next walk is at Montrose Harbor on Sept. 14.

Meridian Health encourages back to school vaccinations
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It's time to get the kids ready for going back to school. Dr. Rutu Ezuthachan with Meridian Health says it's important to start the season off right with a check up to ensure your children are healthy.

Free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart late September

The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.

Tips for preparing for fall allergies
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Fall is going to be here before you know it and autumn allergies will come right along with it.

Tips for managing back-to-school anxiety
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Heading back to school can be exciting for children but it can also be stressful. Licensed Therapist Stacy Thiry shares some tips to help manage situational anxiety.

Work-related stress may cause irregular heartbeat, study finds

Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications.