HealthBeat

Learn About GERD Thursday Night: Free Seminar About The Dangers Of Chronic Heartburn at Northwest Community Hospital

Wed Apr 11, 2012 06:59 pm Cardinal News

The occasional strike of heartburn comes and goes without much concern for many individuals. A traditional remedy of over-the-counter antacids can usually relieve discomfort. However, there is an underlying health risk for those who suffer […]

NCH named an award recipient of LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project

Wed Apr 11, 2012 06:57 pm Cardinal News

Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) in Arlington Heights has been announced as a LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project award recipient. This is a significant milestone in the hospital’s quest to earn certification for palliative care and to […]

Frequent, but Moderate, Chocolate Consumption Associated with Lower Body Mass Index (BMI)

Tue Mar 27, 2012 01:51 pm Cardinal News

Medical researchers studied 1018 patients that were already being evaluated for the non-cardiac effects of statin medications were also studied based on their answer to the question, “How many times a week do you consume […]

Learn The Facts About Colon Cancer At Hospital’s Free Seminar with Dr. Michael Hersh

Fri Mar 2, 2012 01:36 pm Cardinal News

Learn the facts about colon cancer at hospital’s free seminar It often begins with no reliable symptoms, yet can turn into a serious health issue. That’s why it’s important to get the facts about colon […]

Health Department Permits Re-Opening of LA Fitness on Dempster St, Morton Grove

Fri Feb 24, 2012 05:13 pm Cardinal News

After numerous reports of lack of toilet paper, lack of shampoo and detection of mold and mildew conditions, Morton Grove Health Department officials closed the facility “in an effort to protect the health of the […]

NCH Medical Group Welcomes Family Treatment Center to its Team

Fri Feb 3, 2012 02:25 pm Cardinal News

Northwest Community Healthcare’s Medical Group expanded its network of expert doctors on Tuesday, Jan. 31, by acquiring Family Treatment Center. The addition of the single-site practice gives the NCH Medical Group six convenient locations in […]

A Rarity in Leadership: Bruce Crowther Marks 20 Years as CEO

Fri Jan 27, 2012 11:58 am Cardinal News

An organization needs a strong and intelligent leader in order to achieve continued success over two decades, especially in a competitive and changing industry such as healthcare. That person for Northwest Community Healthcare is Bruce […]

Doctor Oz Show: Three Meals to Avoid at a Restaurant According to Chef Michael Symon; Plus the Food Pharmacy

Thu Jan 19, 2012 07:01 pm Cardinal News

Three meals you should avoid at a restaurant, according to Michael Symon. The Special of the Day — Why? Because Michael says the Special of the Day is usually the food that is about to […]

Bob Chinns Crab House Closes Temporarily: First Time in 30 Years for Health Precaution

Wed Jan 11, 2012 09:30 am Cardinal News

As a precaution, Bob Chinns Crab House voluntarily closed Tuesday for an extensive cleanup after several people complained of stomach problems after eating at the restaurant last weekend. The Wheeling restaurant on Milwaukee Avenue is […]

Nancy’s Blog: Patient Blog Helps Other By Describing Journey Through Hip Replacement Surgery

Mon Jan 2, 2012 07:29 pm Cardinal News

Patients naturally can have an unsettled feeling when they find out they need medical care at the hospital. The anticipation can generate a number of questions as the patient tries to prepare for the unknown. […]

Northwest Community Hospital Among Select Group of Illinois Hospital with DaTscan Imaging Exam for Parkinson’s Disease

Wed Dec 21, 2011 11:34 am Cardinal News

Diagnosing Parkinson’s disease in its early stages is difficult for even the best physicians because the neurodegenerative movement disorder does not have a specific test and can be confused with other neurological conditions. But doctors […]

Study of 500 People with Acute Coronary Syndrome: 7% Occurred After Snow Shoveling

Sat Dec 17, 2011 01:23 pm Cardinal News

Researchers at Kingston General Hospital, Queens University designed a study to identify potential factors that place individuals at higher risk ofor developing a snow-shoveling-related Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). The study involved interviews with 500 people […]

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