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Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

Learn how to navigate diabetes during holidays with ease using these tips. Manage blood sugar, enjoy festive treats and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Parechovirus: What You Need to Know

Infectious Diseases physicians Ami Patel, MD, and Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI, answer frequently asked questions about parechovirus.

Sickle Cell Disease Basics

Sickle cell is an inherited disease that affects around 100,000 individuals in the US and yet many people do not know the risk factors and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

Common Questions about Diets for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Our expert gastroenterologist answers some of the most common questions about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including symptoms, diagnosis, diet and nutrition, treatment and more.

How to Help Someone with Cancer

When someone you care about is coping with a difficult diagnosis, grieving the loss of a loved one, or undergoing a significant transition, it can be difficult to know how best to support them.

Common Questions about Pediatric Sports Injuries

Lurie Children’s sports medicine team members answer some common questions about sports injuries in kids, including how to prevent injuries, when to see a doctor, how to help your child recover and more.

Williams Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Support

May is dedicated to increasing the understanding of Williams syndrome, fostering research interest for improved treatments, and further supporting patients and families.