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Dangerous strep throat cases on the rise

Doctors are seeing more cases of strep throat, especially in those age 40 to 60.
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Dangerous strep throat cases on the rise

Doctors are seeing more cases of strep throat, especially in those age 40 to 60.
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SIU Medicine Hiring Event

90,000 hours -- that's the number of hours an average person will spend at work in their lifetime. Why not spend it at a place you love with a mission you can believe in? At SIU Medicine, we're committed to helping people in central and southern Illinois meet their health care needs through patient care, service to the community, education and research. Learn why so many love working at SIU Medicine: Join us at an open-house hiring event on Thursday, April 25, at the SIU Medicine Administrative Offices, 201 E. Madison, Springfield. Select positions can earn up to $10,000 in sign-on bonuses! We
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How to tell if it’s a urinary tract infection

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common health problem among women—about 1 out of every 5 women will develop at least one in her lifetime. UTI typically refers to a bacterial infection within any part of a woman's urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. While people might be embarrassed to talk about UTIs, it's important to know how they happen, how to recognize them and how to treat and prevent them. Let's learn more. Why are UTIs more common in women? Anyone can be affected by a UTI, including men, women, older adults and children. But women experience UTIs
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How to tell if it’s a urinary tract infection

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common health problem among women—about 1 out of every 5 women will develop at least one in her lifetime. UTI typically refers to a bacterial infection within any part of a woman's urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. While people might be embarrassed to talk about UTIs, it's important to know how they happen, how to recognize them and how to treat and prevent them. Let's learn more. Why are UTIs more common in women? Anyone can be affected by a UTI, including men, women, older adults and children. But women experience UTIs
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How to tell if it’s a urinary tract infection

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common health problem among women—about 1 out of every 5 women will develop at least one in her lifetime. UTI typically refers to a bacterial infection within any part of a woman's urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. While people might be embarrassed to talk about UTIs, it's important to know how they happen, how to recognize them and how to treat and prevent them. Let's learn more. Why are UTIs more common in women? Anyone can be affected by a UTI, including men, women, older adults and children. But women experience UTIs
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5 quick tips to boost your mental health

Prioritizing your mental health isn't just something to do during mental health awareness month; it's something we should be doing every day. Taking time daily to focus on our health can build good habits and positively impact our mental well-being. Here are five tips to help you build a good mental health practice: Prioritize quality sleep and essential self-care. Getting enough sleep, at least 7-8 hours nightly, and making time to unwind during waking hours is good self-care. Letting your mind and body relax also greatly influences mental health. Sleep well during the night and find time to
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Denim & Diamonds 2023

Dinner | Live & Silent Auctions | Entertainment All funds donated to Denim & Diamonds stay in our region. Denim & Diamonds Gala provides the seed funds for local cancer research, patient programs that further address the growing needs of Simmons Cancer Institute’s patient population. Patient programs offer a variety of complementary therapies, such as yoga and fitness classes designed to make patients’ lives better. Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities Tickets and sponsorships are available for this year's Denim & Diamonds benefiting Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine on Saturday
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Denim & Diamonds 2023

Dinner | Live & Silent Auctions | Entertainment All funds donated to Denim & Diamonds stay in our region. Denim & Diamonds Gala provides the seed funds for local cancer research, patient programs that further address the growing needs of Simmons Cancer Institute’s patient population. Patient programs offer a variety of complementary therapies, such as yoga and fitness classes designed to make patients’ lives better. Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities Tickets and sponsorships are available for this year's Denim & Diamonds benefiting Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine on Saturday
Events

Denim & Diamonds 2023

Dinner | Live & Silent Auctions | Entertainment All funds donated to Denim & Diamonds stay in our region. Denim & Diamonds Gala provides the seed funds for local cancer research, patient programs that further address the growing needs of Simmons Cancer Institute’s patient population. Patient programs offer a variety of complementary therapies, such as yoga and fitness classes designed to make patients’ lives better. Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities Tickets and sponsorships are available for this year's Denim & Diamonds benefiting Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine on Saturday
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