Annual well-woman visits provide an opportunity to speak with a knowledgeable physician about your health and lifestyle. There's no need to be embarrassed discussing intimate topics like reproductive health or sexual activity with your doctor. These issues are hugely relevant to your overall well-being—and our Gynecologist/Women's health providers are highly trained professionals here to help you feel informed and at ease. In addition to helping you learn more about your health, gynecological exams are also beneficial because they can help identify early detection of treatable conditions and

We know you value your child's health. We also know that back-to-school time can be a chaotic and sometimes stressful time of year. Optimize your child's well-being by practicing these five simple yet effective health tips from our team at SIU Medicine. 1. Establish a great sleep routine Kids usually need more sleep than adults, so making sure your child gets enough sleep every night is essential for their overall well-being. According to research, good sleep can even boost academic performance—while inadequate sleep increases the risk of mood problems and sports injury. Does your child get

COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2). Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill