Health Briefs for April 17

Published May 11, 2013

Health Briefs For April 17

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Breast Cancer Support Group: A free support group for women who have a history of breast cancer and their families meets 7 to 8:30 p.m. April 17 at the Advocate Christ Center for Breast Care, 4545 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn. Information: (800) … Carpal …
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Study illuminates biology behind promising therapy for graft-versus-host disease

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"Because of its ability to stimulate the immune system, IL-2 was previously approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of advanced melanoma and renal cell cancer," said Robert Soiffer, MD, of Dana-Farber, a co-author of the new …
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Coles County Telecare Program sets May events

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Toes' n' Towels: May 14, from 9-11:30 a.m. Toes' n' Towels will be offered at your LifeSpan Center for seniors who need help with toenail clipping and grooming. This service is provided by Douglas Rehabilitation and Care Center. For only $ 15, let the …
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DUI crash victim forgives driver

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Diane Smith enjoys support from her daughter, Mary Howell, center, and mother, Mary Perry, both of Champaign, at Heartland Health Care in Champaign on Friday, April 12, 2013. … A forced blood draw done on Lewis revealed that his blood-alcohol content …
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