With 1 in 5 children experiencing at least one major depressive episode each year, parents must stay on top of their child’s mental state for their success in school and their overall well-being.

With 1 in 5 children experiencing at least one major depressive episode each year, parents must stay on top of their child’s mental state for their success in school and their overall well-being.

A home is of critical importance for those with dementia. There’s familiarity as reminders of family, past holidays and traditions are present all around. It is simply the place that provides the most comfort for those who are more easily confused and stressed. It’s also a place that likely needs upgrades. Less than 10% of U.S. homes are “aging ready” for seniors, according to a U.S. Census Bureau study. Creating a safe home is paramount to helping prevent falls, the leading cause of injury in adults 65 and older. With dementia, safety precautions evolve beyond the standard upgrades as balance

Farming is a labor-intensive and demanding profession. While it's common knowledge farmers face challenges such as unpredictable weather, market fluctuations and physical exertion, one prevalent concern that often goes unnoticed is carpal tunnel syndrome.

Farming is a labor-intensive and demanding profession. While it's common knowledge farmers face challenges such as unpredictable weather, market fluctuations and physical exertion, one prevalent concern that often goes unnoticed is carpal tunnel syndrome.

SIU Dermatology and Memorial Cancer Care in Decatur are partnering to offer a free community skin cancer screening in August. The screenings will be held 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, August 26, at Memorial Cancer Care, 210 W. McKinley Ave., Decatur. The SIU Medicine dermatology team will conduct open screenings for residents of Macon, Sangamon, Shelby, Piatt, Christian, Moultrie, DeWitt and Logan counties. Preregistration and a short consent form are required to participate. Participants should not currently be under the care of a dermatologist. To preregister, call 217-876-4749.

SIU Dermatology and Memorial Cancer Care in Decatur are partnering to offer a free community skin cancer screening in August. The screenings will be held 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, August 26, at Memorial Cancer Care, 210 W. McKinley Ave., Decatur. The SIU Medicine dermatology team will conduct open screenings for residents of Macon, Sangamon, Shelby, Piatt, Christian, Moultrie, DeWitt and Logan counties. Preregistration and a short consent form are required to participate. Participants should not currently be under the care of a dermatologist. To preregister, call 217-876-4749.

SIU Dermatology and Memorial Cancer Care in Decatur are partnering to offer a free community skin cancer screening in August. The screenings will be held 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, August 26, at Memorial Cancer Care, 210 W. McKinley Ave., Decatur. The SIU Medicine dermatology team will conduct open screenings for residents of Macon, Sangamon, Shelby, Piatt, Christian, Moultrie, DeWitt and Logan counties. Preregistration and a short consent form are required to participate. Participants should not currently be under the care of a dermatologist. To preregister, call 217-876-4749.

SIU Dermatology and Memorial Cancer Care in Decatur are partnering to offer a free community skin cancer screening on August 26.