It’s a triple threat this fall with flu, COVID-19 and RSV all potential health risks, especially for the very young, old and immune-compromised. The good news is that flu and COVID-19 vaccinations are updated, and there is a new RSV…
If you are currently suffering from body aches, chills, fever and other flu symptoms, you are not alone. Influenza continues to increase at a rapid rate throughout Illinois and the nation. Central Illinois is no exception. Flu symptoms include fever,…
Sepsis is a medical emergency, and it is important to act fast and find medical care immediately if you suspect you have sepsis. September is Sepsis Awareness Month and recognizing the signs and symptoms of sepsis infection is important. Sepsis…
Proper nutrition is a huge part of recovery from any illness—and COVID-19 is no exception. Memorial Health System dietitians and Foods and Nutrition staff work together to ensure patients hospitalized with the virus get the nourishment they need to heal…
As cold and flu season continues, and COVID-19 continues to spread to the United States, there are virtual tools available to help you get medical advice and free prescription delivery from select pharmacies. “Consulting with a provider from your home…
Five people in Illinois have been identified by the CDC with a multi-drug resistant strain of Salmonella infantis (along with more than 85 others in 29 states). Eating or preparing chicken purchased raw (including ground, pieces and whole chicken) has…
Luscious romaine lettuce, the base of a classic Caesar salad, is always a healthy food choice, right? Usually, the answer is “yes.” However, since November, more than 60 cases of E. coli, and two deaths, have been documented in 13…
Tick bites are on the rise. And the type of ticks that carry illnesses, such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, can be found in central Illinois. The three major ticks to watch out for in our area…