Fresh air is always the answer, but once we head outside to enjoy the summer weather, we face intense sunlight and/or temperatures, annoying bugs and energized kids who have a tendency to substitute fun for safety. The good news: taking…
With COVID-19 vaccination now available to everyone over the age of 12, the summer of 2021 offers expanded opportunities for fun and socializing. But what about those who can’t get the vaccine? “With the weather warming up, I’m hearing more…
While summer insects are common in Illinois, not every year do we see and hear cicadas, sometimes incorrectly called 17-year “locusts.” (Locusts are actually a different species.) According to the University of Illinois Extension, the Great Eastern Brood X emerges…
There have been rumors that COVID-19 cannot spread in the sun or heat, but is this true? Memorial Health System chief medical officer Dr. Rajesh Govindaiah says the claim is wrong. “While some viral illnesses like the flu act seasonally,…
Summertime gives us more daylight and longer days. Unfortunately, that can lead to sleep problems, says Stevi Surratt, RRT, supervisor of Cardiopulmonary, Cardiovascular and Sleep Lab programs at Passavant Area Hospital. “A change in daylight can affect melatonin, a sleep-inducing…
School’s out for the summer. But what do you do to fill all of your child’s free time over the next three months? Memorial Health System joined “Ask the Expert” to discuss ways to keep your kiddos entertained and structure…
It is important to respect the needs of children who have sensory disorders to ensure they are as comfortable as possible and engaged in summer fun. “Children who have sensory disorders need extra support as the seasons change, but also…
In the summer, we spend a lot of time outdoors. Whether you are at a ball game, going swimming, taking a hike, camping or at a backyard barbecue, pests like mosquitos and ticks can not only be a nuisance, they…