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Staying up to date on what's happening in health care can be a challenge these days. The OSF HealthCare Blog offers you the latest thinking on health care innovation, wellness, preventive medicine, diet, fitness, and more. Hear from OSF HealthCare experts as well as from our patients who experience our care first hand.
OSF HealthCare Blog
4d ago
In the ever-evolving landscape of health care, the challenges we face seem to multiply by the day. It can be incredibly challenging to provide high-quality health care while keeping up with rapidly advancing technology and ensuring equal access for everyone. Yet, in the face of these challenges, OSF HealthCare is driving change in health care ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
2w ago
Cow’s milk has been a classic part of a balanced diet for centuries. But now, the milk aisle at the grocery store has more milk options than ever before. With all of the milk alternatives available, you may wonder what the best milk to drink is. Noelle Park, a clinical dietitian at OSF HealthCare, explained ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
3w ago
Tummy time for newborns may seem like all fun and games. But it’s actually an important developmental step for infants. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends tummy time for all babies. “Tummy time promotes motor skills, sensory skills and bonding and engagement. It also prevents your baby from developing a flat spot on their head ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
3w ago
Newborns do a lot of things that may seem weird or scary. They’re new to the world, so there’s a lot that they aren’t used to. As a parent, you may worry about whether something your baby does is weird or normal. “For babies, there’s a range of what’s normal,” said Luis Garcia Tillan, MD ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
1M ago
Having a newborn is an exciting and challenging experience. However, for parents with a colicky baby, it can be beyond challenging. What is colic in newborns Colic in newborns is a broad term. “There is no standard definition of colic,” said Luis Garcia, MD, a pediatrician at OSF HealthCare. “That’s what makes it so hard ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
1M ago
From preconception all the way to delivery, obstetricians and gynecologists agree that it’s important to be at optimal health. “Pregnancy is wonderful, but it can put stress on your body,” Annevay Conlee, MD, a family medicine obstetrics physician at OSF HealthCare, said. Preconception Preconception is that time when you think you want to get pregnant ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
1M ago
There’s a lot to think about when welcoming a new baby to the family. Where you choose to have your baby and who is going to be on your birthing health care team is a big decision. Choosing a provider for your pregnancy and birth is one of the first decisions you make. Finding a ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
1M ago
The umbilical cord connects your baby’s body to your body. When your baby is growing inside of you, they rely entirely on you. Your baby’s umbilical cord gives them everything they need to grow and develop – including nutrients, oxygen and blood. “The umbilical cord develops from the placenta, which is attached to the inside ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
1M ago
Understanding your menstrual cycle can be complicated. Cycles may be irregular. That can make it hard to know what’s normal and what’s not. It can also make it hard to tell when the best time is to conceive. Annevay Conlee, MD, a family medicine obstetrics physician at OSF HealthCare, is an expert in women’s health ..read more
OSF HealthCare Blog
2M ago
Bringing your newborn baby home for the first time can bring up a lot of emotions. You may feel excited to bring them home but anxious about having to do everything on your own. Luis Garcia, MD, a pediatrician at OSF HealthCare, shared tips on your baby’s first few days of life. How do you ..read more