The Will County Community Health Center (WCCHC) has been honored for Excellence in Transforming Patient Outcomes from CAREMINDr. The WCCHC received the honor for its Hypertension Control program in response to a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services FY21 National Hypertension Control Initiative. WCCHC patients are able to sign-up for the home monitoring program […]
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Meet and Greet Local Authors Event July 22
Mark your calendars for the Kankakee County Museum’s “Local Author Meet and Greet” this Saturday, July 22, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Kankakee County Museum at Small Memorial Park, 801 S. Eighth Avenue in Kankakee! The event is being brought to you by the Kankakee County Historical Society, in partnership with the Bourbonnais […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: July 24: Julia Clover!! July 25: Cara Russell!! July 26: Carol Flannery!! July 27: Matt Hespen!! July 29: Linda Rapson!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: July 24: A very special couple – Katie and Jerry Gersch!!!!! Hope it’s a wonderful day and year!!! July 23: Alan and Sharon […]
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St. Fabian Vacation Bible School brings in 100 participants
By Carol McGowan The turnout for St. Fabian‘s Vacation Bible School was a great one this year. Approximately 100 children, teens and adult volunteers took part last week, June 26 through June 30. Paula Kroll, pastoral assistant and director of lifelong faith formation for St. Fabian Catholic Church, said it was a great turnout. “This was our first […]
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PAD: Overlooked and Under Diagnosed
It’s a hard-to-pronounce condition, but it’s one to take seriously because it can lead to loss of limbs. If you have persistent pain, numbness, or cramping in your legs and arms, you should talk to a doctor about peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD occurs when arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the arms and legs […]
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Sunscreen is Great Start to Skin Protection, But Don’t Stop There
(StatePoint) The warm weather months serve as an important reminder the choices you make can help keep your skin healthy and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Experts say your routine can and should go beyond simply wearing sunscreen. “Taking care of your skin is absolutely essential, no matter your age, skin color, or […]
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Find Adventure, Fun in The Natural State
(StatePoint) Love hiking in the great outdoors? Enjoy authentic, local cuisine? Get a thrill hurtling down mountain biking trails? Whatever sort of adventure you’re craving, Arkansas, also known as “The Natural State,” is a great destination to consider. “With wide-open landscapes, an abundance of natural resources, and friendly hospitality, an Arkansas trip is unlike any […]
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Mental Health Care in Golden Years
Anxiety. Depression. Bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia. They’re daunting diagnoses, but necessary to think about for many people. Experts say those concerns don’t magically go away when a person reaches age 60 or beyond. Rather, older adults need to keep mental health care in mind and know the resources available to help with concerns unique to that […]
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Wire Brush Bristles: Worst BBQ Ingredient
Wire brush bristles are why hundreds of people in the U.S. are sent to the emergency room each year. Summer has arrived, and that means grilling season has come back after its winter hibernation. But as Americans enjoy grilling their burgers, chicken, and vegetables, there’s one ingredient of which you want to steer clear – […]
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French Heritage Museum to Hold Two Events Marking Bastille Day
Experience a taste of France in Kankakee when the French Heritage Museum’s outdoor lot is transformed into a picturesque Parisian Cafe. To be held Friday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 165 N. Indiana Avenue, this Bastille Day Celebration will feature wine tastings, paired hors d’oeuvres, live folk music, and more. Folk musician […]