Category: Health

Kane County Health Department monitoring coronavirus situation

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is actively monitoring the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) situation. Chicago health officials, the Illinois Department of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the first case in Illinois. It was the second case reported in the United States. The first was identified...

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John Brillman: Strict devotion to fitness saved my life

In working at the Prisco Community Center in Aurora, I meet many individuals who are dedicated to fitness. Their reasons vary and sometimes they share those reasons with me. When I asked John Brillman about his strict workout schedule, he told me the story of how his devotion to fitness...

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Drug cartel pivotal to conduct of World War II deaths

Second of three parts The first part is available at thevoice.us/natural-health-promoted-to-counter-pharmaceuticals-grip The Dr. Rath Health Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving human health on a global scale through research, education, and the defense of patients’ rights to choose natural health therapies. In part one, we reviewed, in chronology,...

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Natural health promoted to counter pharmaceutical’s grip

First of three parts The Dr. Rath Health Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving human health on a global scale through research, education, and the defense of patients’ rights to choose natural health therapies. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Matthias Rath, a renowned scientist and physician whose scientific...

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JFI mission: Healthy eating

By Veronica Harrison Just Food Initiative (JFI) is on the move to educate the next generation on healthy eating! One of our upcoming projects is a collaboration with Communities In Schools (CIS) of the West Aurora Public School District 129. CIS is on a mission to surround students with community...

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Larry Frieders

Patient self-analysis, instincts, often important

I worked in a retail pharmacy that offered regular health screenings; vision, hearing, skin cancer, and so on. During one of the events, a dermatologist was busy examining a long line of individuals who want her to look at their spots. I overheard many of the conversations and most of...

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Infrared heat lamp, battery-powered socks cure chilblains

Linda has had painful feet for more than a decade. A clear diagnosis eluded her doctors for years. Fortunately, she had an appointment with an older doctor who actually had practiced for most of his career in the northern parts of Europe. Rather than conducting a battery of tests, the...

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Newest meat alternative uses protein from CO2 for nutrients

Adele Peters wrote the following article on FastCompany. She is a staff writer who focuses on solutions to some of the world’s largest problems, from climate change to homelessness: “Most plant-based meat, such as the Impossible Burger or the Beyond Burger, uses protein made from soy or peas. The newest...

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World Diabetes Day demonstration evident

By Russ George The SciTech Hands On Museum, in Downtown Aurora, was a beehive of activity when the Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora, “The Club That Fights Diabetes”, held its second annual World Diabetes Day Thursday, Nov. 14 to bring about an awareness of diabetes. Participating organizations at this year’s event...

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Discussion about medical cannabis

Beth Whitley, Outreach Specialist, for 3C - Compassionate Care Center in Naperville, discusses the benefits of medical cannabis with members of the Kiwanis Club of Aurora, Tuesday, at their meeting at the Richard and Gina Santori Public Library of Aurora.

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Plant-based burgers still help health, planet, animals

The second part is available at thevoice.us/plant-based-meat-options-increasing-exponentially-2 Last of three parts Here is the continuation of the Food Revolution Network article submitted by Ocean Robbins on plant-based meat options. Veggie burgers fall into four categories. One is pea protein-based (Beyond Burgers, Dr. Praeger’s All-American Veggie Burger) and two, Soy Protein...

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Plant-based meat not all the same: Requires comparisons

Second of three parts The first part is available at thevoice.us/plant-based-meat-options-increasing-exponentially Here is the continuation of the Food Revolution Network article submitted by Ocean Robbins on plant-based meat options. “Inspired by health, ethical, and environmental concerns, more individuals are eating plant-based foods and plant-based meat alternatives. “Though Eurasian and Indian...

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Compounders seek to be separate from industry bad guys

As the son of two pharmacists, who has worked in or around a compounding pharmacy his entire life, the following brief summary of all that’s wrong with the compounding industry is spot on with its bullet points, but it, unfortunately, doesn’t do enough to separate the crooks from the reputable...

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Determination after a fall and help from physical therapy

We move throughout our entire lives, but accidents can and do happen, and if we ever stop moving, it is very difficult to start moving again. That is the place for physical therapists. They seem so kind and caring, but in my experience, the more they smile at you, the...

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Medicare discussions and other events at Oswego Senior Center

The Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington Street, Oswego, will be host to many events for seniors. All events will take place at the Oswego Senior Center, unless otherwise noted. • Doctors Notes Series: “Understanding Your Health and Your Options to Control Your Health”, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m.. Dr....

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Wellness Works 2019 Sept. 20 in Aurora

Fox Valley leaders in public safety, human resources and nutrition and wellness will address employers in the sixth Wellness Works conference sponsored by the Healthy Living Council of Greater Aurora. Wellness Works 2019 will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Sept, 20, at the Prisco Community Center...

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Closed 480 Garfield Avenue building in Aurora, unfortunate: Aurora government

The situation which has occurred at 480 Garfield Avenue, Aurora, is unfortunate to the displaced residents of the property. Based on a letter sent to residents Saturday, Aug. 31 from the attorney of the owner of the building, it informed tenants the building was uninhabitable and must be vacated. The...

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Prescription expiration date focus with congressman Bill Foster

Larry Frieders, owner and pharmacist of The Compounder Pharmacy in Aurora, received a welcome by congressman Bill Foster (D-IL, representative of the 14th District) to discuss pending regulations that will have an impact on patients all across the United States. Scheduled to be implemented December 1, Frieders explained how the...

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