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Hearing the word "cancer" is an unnerving experience, especially if it's your child receiving the diagnosis. But as frightening as pediatric cancer can be, there are plenty of reasons to be hopeful. If you're a parent or caregiver of a young child, here are five things our pediatric oncology team wants you to know. 1. Pediatric cancer care continues to improve According to the American Cancer Society, the overall rate of childhood cancer has increased slightly over the past few decades. At the same time, a child's overall chance of cancer survival has been increasing, too. Today, nearly 9 of

Do you think sunburn is nothing more than a temporary inconvenience? Not quite. According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, having just five sunburns in your lifetime doubles your risk of developing a potentially deadly type of skin cancer called melanoma. At SIU Medicine, our dermatology team is committed to helping people take better care of their skin and find meaningful and effective solutions to their skin care needs. Fortunately, most of our patients understand that avoiding sunburn is important for short-term and long-term skin health. But we get a lot of questions about what to do when

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month is April! SIU Medicine has a team of experienced providers helping men, women and children of all ages manage this disease and maintain the highest quality of living possible. Five things to know about IBS: What is irritable bowel syndrome? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the intestines. It involves long-term or recurring issues within the digestive system. The most commonly affected organs include the large intestine, small intestine and colon. With IBS, people develop issues with how the intestines move, feel and function. Because the

May is Trauma Awareness Month. Accidents and unintentional injuries remain the leading cause of death among people age 1 - 44 . With decades of intensive training, education, research and direct clinical experience, the trauma team at SIU Medicine works tirelessly to treat and prevent injuries, keeping our communities safer. You’ve heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We asked our trauma experts: What are some of the most common and dangerous ways people get hurt? Keep reading to learn the answers—and to find out five things these professionals would never do. 1

February is American Heart Month. SIU Medicine physicians care for a wide range of heart issues, and know that basic knowledge of heart concerns can help prevent certain symptoms from beginning. Check out these five important things to know about heart health. 1. Heart disease is the leading killer Did you know that 1 in 4 annual deaths in America is caused by heart disease ? Heart disease includes conditions like coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, heart attack and stroke. Both men and women can be affected. Risk factors for heart disease that you can control include smoking

Did you know the majority of farms and farmland in the United States are operated by families? Small, family-run farms also generate just over a fifth of annual production, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Many American children are lucky to call farms home. But just like adults, these kids are at risk of injury and illnesses. At SIU Medicine, we want all local farming families, including their younger members, to stay well. Keep reading for important things to know about child health and safety on the farm. Children on U.S. farms: important statistics to know About 1.5

Patient Safety Awareness Week is celebrated each March to shine a spotlight on the importance of patient safety in health care. The use of telehealth has become increasingly popular, offering convenience and accessibility to patients. At SIU Medicine, we want to provide the safest spaces for our patients, whether we see them in the clinic or on the other side of a screen. While telehealth offers many benefits, it also raises concerns about technology safety and privacy. Here are some tips to ensure your telehealth experience is safe and secure: Protect your privacy . Find a private and secure

For those who suffer from seasonal allergies, changing of seasons causes a lot of headaches. Runny noses, watery and itchy eyes, sneezing and congestion are common for people allergic to pollen, mold, ragweed and other springtime allergens. Disease prevention is just as important for your well-being as disease treatment. That's why the team at SIU Medicine recommends preparing for springtime allergies before the season begins. Even if you can't fully eliminate your allergy symptoms, you likely can reduce their severity and improve comfort by following a few simple steps. 5 tips to prepare for

Farmers know better than anyone the true meaning of the phrase, "you reap what you sow." So, as 2022 gets underway, SIU Medicine encourages Illinois farming families to begin the new year with a positive mindset and outlook. Find some inspiration with these five ideas: 1. Focus on what you can control Weather, the economy, politics, trade policies, rising and falling commodity prices, equipment malfunction, sick livestock, that great piece of equipment you didn't buy at the auction—there are plenty of factors in farming that are largely out of your control, which means worrying about them

Are you familiar with the afternoon slump? This is the period of the day, usually within the first few hours after lunch, when you feel sluggish, grumpy and unable to focus. The mid-afternoon energy crash is more than just a nuisance for some of us. Afternoon fatigue can reduce workplace productivity, increase the risk of work-related injuries and illness and contribute to unsafe driving conditions. Unfortunately, not all of us have the luxury of being able to take a post-lunch nap. Plus, relying on the stimulant drug caffeine to get by isn't necessarily in our best interest, especially if we