Boosters available in Plainfield help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.
Ahead of Christmas Friday, Shield Illinois is offering free testing at several locations throughout the day Tuesday.
Respiratory viruses are beginning to circulate at a level closer to pre-pandemic levels.
Here is updated data on which hospitals are closest to capacity in Will County.
Amidst all the excitement and joy of new gifts, it’s crucial to keep children’s safety in mind.
Will County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.
Holiday eating can easily throw off a diabetes meal plan.
A behavioral health specialist from Linden Oaks Behavioral Health will present on various topics at the two upcoming free events.
It's important to remain vigilant a while longer.
As the pandemic drags on, regular outbursts of anger are becoming the norm.
The rate of new cases has increased recently in Will County.
Edward Hospital’s Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center has earned reaccreditation from the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.
Tyler Woltman is back behind home plate doing what he loves.
Hannah Grispo, of Plainfield, has been cancer-free for seven years following treatment at Edward Hospital for acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
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Edward-Elmhurst Health has COVID-19 vaccine appointments available for anyone age 5 and older.
COVID-19 restrictions and face masks may leave parents wondering how those restrictions could affect their child’s development.
The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Will County compares to the U.S.
Learning more about a child’s diagnosis and operation can go a long way to ease the child’s fears and make parents more comfortable as well.
All three vaccine options, plus booster shots, will be available at the COVID-19 vaccine clinic Friday.
The COVID-19 vaccine provides strong protection against severe infection requiring hospitalization, but the effectiveness wanes with time.
To learn about Edward-Elmhurst Health’s Cardiac Innovations & Structural Heart Center, visit www.EEHealth.org/heart.
Making the decision to start exercising is the first step to a healthier life. Where to begin?
Nearly 1,900 runners completed the races – about 1,250 ran the Half Marathon and 625 ran the 5K.
New evidence shows a daily aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease may do more harm than good, especially in people age 60 and older.
Advances in treatment provide women a way to manage the disease and live productive lives for many years.
With the flu season around the corner and COVID-19 still spreading, it is important to be prepared for both.
Edward-Elmhurst was previously recognized as a Most Wired health system in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019 and 2020.
With many people several months out from being fully vaccinated, experts are recommending booster shots to stay protected.
Those interested can visit the vaccine clinic from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and get either the Moderna, Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Having twins or any other multiple presents special challenges for parents.
The Harvest 5K and Kidz Miler will take place Sunday at Village Green Park. Roads will close ahead of the races and reopen after 10:30 a.m.
Some fear the vaccines aren’t safe because they were developed so quickly, or because the mRNA technology is too new.
After suffering a traumatic pregnancy loss, Dean and Emily Arrowsmith weren’t sure where to turn.
The gala is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year and supports Edward programs and services that directly impact patients.
Results from the final 40 samples came back clean of E. coli and Coliform bacteria, village staff announced Monday night.
Mayor John Argoudelis told Patch if results from the next 40 samples come back clean, the boil order will be lifted as soon as possible.
Type 2 diabetes, which affects up to 95 percent of people with diabetes, is a disease that often sets in because of lifestyle choices.
Dr. Francis Antony, a family medicine physician, is accepting new patients at the EMG office in Naperville at 1220 Hobson Rd., Ste 104.