The arrival of shorter, darker days and a noticeable drop in temperature can significantly impact our daily energy levels, but winter’s effect on our sleep patterns often proves even more disruptive.

The arrival of shorter, darker days and a noticeable drop in temperature can significantly impact our daily energy levels, but winter’s effect on our sleep patterns can be even more disruptive. From ...

You must keep your body and immune system in optimal health to prevent illness during the winter season.

Many of us have heard the warning: “Don’t go outside without a coat; you’ll catch a cold.” That’s not exactly true. As with many things, the reality is more complicated. Here’s the distinction: Being ...

Flu cases are slowly rising in Illinois, coinciding with subsequently low temperatures and below zero wind chills across the state. But why do cases jump once temperatures drop? Cold weather itself ...