Raising Awareness:World Diabetes Day celebrated in November

By Maureen Callahan According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 537 million adults worldwide are afflicted with diabetes. November is the time of year when…

When the Person in the Mirror is No Longer You

Claudine was 49 when she started working in the public eye as a community service officer. Years of sun exposure, gravity, diet, and various other…

A Fighting Illini

Local UIUC freshman discusses cancer battle in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month By Anna Hughes Adrian Lam was weeks away from starting his freshman…

Fostering Love: Two local families offer foster children a safe place to belong

By Maureen Callahan The second Sunday in May is the day we honor Mom. Hers is the first love we know in this world. There’s…

The Greatest Gift: Organ donation saves lives daily

Organ donation saves lives daily, as Amy Kilner and John Hickey know first hand BY VALERIE HARDY March holds National Awkward Moments Day and April…

Peak Performance: Alex Pancoe reaches new heights for a cause

By Anna Hughes Meet Alex Pancoe: husband, father, philanthropist, and adventurer. Pancoe, a Highland Park native, is not one to shy away from a challenge.…

Ring in a happy and healthy New Year

Top ten habits to start the year off right By Cynthia Maquet 1 Movement Take the short walks, take the stairs, march in place –…

Is Hair loss on your mind? Reclaim Your Crowning Glory

In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just a…

Downers Grove Orthodontics

Meena Balakrishnan, DMD, MS Over 5,000 smiles have been transformed at Downers Grove Orthodontics since 2007 by Dr. Meena Balakrishnan. Congenially referred to as Dr.…

Esplanade Dental Care

Sherif Albert, DDS Christine Snow, DMD Amy Feller, DDS Esplanade Dental Care in Downers Grove combines a team approach with a patient-centered care philosophy, advanced…