Healthy & Fit

Dr. Brian Albert, M.D. and Dr. Ankit Shah, M.D.

Two Doctors Practicing at NCH Named to Chicago Magazine’s List of Top Heart Doctors

Thu Jul 1, 2021 11:59 pm Cardinal News

The June/July issue of Chicago magazine published a list of 127 cardiologists in a six county area, recommended by their peers. Two physicians practicing at Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) in Arlington Heights were included in […]

Inland Floodwater (Aedes vexans) or Asian Tiger Mosquito (Aedes albopictus) on Broccoli

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lake Bluff in Lake County

Wed Jun 23, 2021 03:44 pm Cardinal News

Lake County, Ill. — A mosquito “pool” (batch of mosquitoes) sampled on June 16, 2021 in Lake Bluff, Illinois has tested positive for West Nile virus. This mosquito pool is the first confirmed indicator of […]

This illustration, created by Alissa Eckert, MS; Dan Higgins, MAM at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion, when viewed electron microscopically. A novel coronavirus, named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China in 2019. The illness caused by this virus has been named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

McHenry County Health Department Urges May 2021 Visitors at Niko’s R & R Supper Club to Quarantine for COVID-19 Exposure Risk

Fri Jun 4, 2021 12:18 pm Cardinal News

Anyone who visited Niko’s R & R Supper Club, 7509 South Grant Highway in Marengo, from May 14 to May 22, 2021 is urged to quarantine after a preliminary investigation has determined that people who […]

Car fire immediately after the fire was extinguished on Belmont Avenue just south of Wing Street near Recreation Park

Pre-Dawn Car Fire on Belmont Ave Just South of Wing St Arlington Heights

Thu May 20, 2021 07:44 am Cardinal News

Police, firefighters, and paramedics from Arlington Heights responded about 3:17 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 2021 to a report of a vehicle fire on Belmont Avenue near Wing Street in Arlington Heights. Police and firefighters arrived […]

New NCH Women’s Center Opens, Designed for Women by Women

Wed May 19, 2021 03:29 pm Cardinal News

Arlington Heights, Illinois, May 18, 2021 – Today, Northwest Community Healthcare is pleased to announce the opening of a new Women’s Center, with a combination of current and new women’s health services in a new […]

Best Foods for Acquiring Essential Vitamins and Minerals

Thu May 13, 2021 04:58 pm Cardinal News

Fueling your body with healthy choices includes choosing foods that help you acquire essential vitamins and minerals. As we all know, nutrition is key, and people will often talk about “eating the rainbow” or “making […]

Lake County Jail Closely Monitoring COVID-19 Outbreak Involving 11 Inmates — Mild Symptoms or Are Asymptomatic

Thu May 6, 2021 02:53 pm Cardinal News

The Lake County Jail is monitoring a COVID-19 outbreak in a jail inmate POD. On April 30, 2021, an inmate in POD 4-North showed symptoms of COVID-19. A rapid test was conducted, and the inmate […]

Arlington Ridge Center (File Photo January 8, 2020)

Availability for Walk-ins at COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic at Park District’s Arlington Ridge Center

Wed Apr 28, 2021 01:15 pm Cardinal News

Mass Vaccination Clinic for COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccine at Park District’s Arlington Ridge Center Registration preferred, but Walk-Ins are now permitted Appointments and now WALK-INS are available for a mass vaccination clinic at the Arlington Heights […]

Mass Vaccination Clinic for COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccine at Park District’s Arlington Ridge Center

Tue Apr 27, 2021 03:06 pm Cardinal News

Appointments remain available for a mass vaccination clinic at the Arlington Heights Park District’s Arlington Ridge Center (ARC) on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Registration preferred, but Walk-Ins are now permitted. REGISTRATION REQUIRED kordinator.mhealthcoach.net/vcl/1616779375040 Arlington Heights […]

Peloton Tread+ treadmill (SOURCE: Consumer Product Safety Commission)

One Child Dead Among 39 Incidents Involving Injuries with the Peloton Tread+ Treadmill

Sat Apr 17, 2021 03:33 pm Cardinal News

Consumer Product Safety Commission: Peloton Tread+ Treadmill Safety Incident [Warning, video content may be disturbing to some viewers]. YouTube Tips ⓘ The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on Saturday, April 17, 2021 a […]

Dr. Ronald Shade, Northwest Oncology and Hematology

NCH Free Webinar: Coping with Chemobrain

Wed Apr 14, 2021 02:09 pm Cardinal News

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) cancer care services will host a virtual session on chemobrain for those with cancer and for their loved ones. This free event will be held virtually Monday, April 26 from 6:30-8:00 […]

FDA & CDC: Pause Johnson & Johnson Vaccines During Investigation of Rare Blood Clotting Disorder in Brain in 6 Recipients

Tue Apr 13, 2021 07:50 am Cardinal News

The FDA and CDC on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 recommended a pause in use of Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine after six United States recipients of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine developed a rare […]

State Representative Tom Morrison Hosting Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Mon Apr 12, 2021 04:46 pm Cardinal News

PALATINE — State Representative Tom Morrison (R-Palatine) is hosting a blood drive in partnership with Palatine Township and Vitalant. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 20th, at Palatine Township, 721 South Quentin Road, […]

Adverse Reactions Info Released Slowly After Temporary Shutdown of COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic in Commerce City, Colorado

Fri Apr 9, 2021 01:37 pm Cardinal News

After a review of the 11 patients who had adverse reactions, there was no concern, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health. YouTube Tips ⓘ Eleven people had an “adverse reaction” at a COVID-19 […]

CTC Squares response on Twitter (@CTCSquares)

Under Investigation: Allegedly Shrimp Tails and More Found in Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal Box from General Mills

Wed Mar 24, 2021 08:32 pm Cardinal News

Writer and producer Jensen Karp says he found toasted shrimp tails and some other shocking items in his Cinnamon Crunch cereal. (TMZ) YouTube Tips ⓘ Jensen Karp claimed on Twitter on Monday, March 22, 2021 […]

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