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Car seat check | February 25, 2025

SIU Medicine and ThinkFirst invite you to have your car seats checked by nationally certified child passenger safety technicians. Please bring the child who will be riding in the car seat, the vehicle's owner's manual, and the car seat instruction manual, if possible. Car seat checks take approximately 30 minutes.
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Car seat check | January 28, 2025

SIU Medicine and ThinkFirst invite you to have your car seats checked by nationally certified child passenger safety technicians. Please bring the child who will be riding in the car seat, the vehicle's owner's manual, and the car seat instruction manual, if possible. Car seat checks take approximately 30 minutes.
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Car seat check | January 28, 2025

SIU Medicine and ThinkFirst invite you to have your car seats checked by nationally certified child passenger safety technicians. Please bring the child who will be riding in the car seat, the vehicle's owner's manual, and the car seat instruction manual, if possible. Car seat checks take approximately 30 minutes.
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Eight ways to stay motivated at work this winter

The chilly, gloomy weather can affect our physical and mental well-being, often leading to reduced productivity at work. These tips will help you stay motivated and energized during the cold winter months.
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Eight ways to stay motivated at work this winter

The chilly, gloomy weather can affect our physical and mental well-being, often leading to reduced productivity at work. These tips will help you stay motivated and energized during the cold winter months.
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Eight ways to stay motivated at work this winter

The chilly, gloomy weather can affect our physical and mental well-being, often leading to reduced productivity at work. These tips will help you stay motivated and energized during the cold winter months.
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Weather alert: Closures and delays

Updated 4:00 pm, Jan 6 Due to hazardous weather and road conditions, SIU Medicine clinics in Carbondale will remain closed on Tuesday, Jan 7. All other SIU Medicine clinics will be open with regular hours. Due to inclement weather, the following SIU Medicine locations are affected on Monday, Jan. 6: Area 1 Central Illinois (Springfield, Decatur, Lincoln, Jacksonville, Taylorville): Delayed start - open at 12:00 pm Area 1 Central Illinois (Pittsfield): Closed Area 2 West Central Illinois (Quincy): Delayed start - open at 12:00 pm Area 3 Southern Illinois (Carbondale): Closed Area 4 Metro East
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IDPH has issued a bird flu advisory: What hunters need to know

With avian influenza (bird flu) becoming a concern across the United States, it’s important for hunters to understand how to stay safe while handling wild birds. Bird flu is caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses that can infect wild and domestic birds. In rare cases these viruses can spread to humans. Here’s what hunters should know to protect themselves, their families and their communities. Understanding bird flu Avian influenza viruses primarily infect birds but they can occasionally infect mammals including humans. Wild waterfowl such as ducks and geese are natural
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Take control of your health care journey

Juggling appointments, insurance details and medical advice can already be stressful without dealing with a medical condition or concern. According to a recent study , it’s a common feeling for Americans as more than 60% are stressed and confused when navigating the health care system. Taking control of your health care journey starts with being proactive and having open communication with your health care clinicians. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition or just following up with your primary care provider, here are 9 tips to empower you when handling your health. 1. Educate yourself
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Take control of your health care journey

Juggling appointments, insurance details and medical advice can already be stressful without dealing with a medical condition or concern. According to a recent study , it’s a common feeling for Americans as more than 60% are stressed and confused when navigating the health care system. Taking control of your health care journey starts with being proactive and having open communication with your health care clinicians. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition or just following up with your primary care provider, here are 9 tips to empower you when handling your health. 1. Educate yourself
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