The OSF Saint Francis Centers for Breast Health now offers a three-dimensional mammogram called 3D Breast Tomosynthesis at the Center for Health Rt. 91 and Morton locations. 3D mammography is a new screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast…
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LaHood calls for service, civility, compromise
by Bill Knight • • Comments Off on LaHood calls for service, civility, compromise
After more than four years as U.S. Secretary of Transportation during the Obama administration and 35 years in government, Republican Ray LaHood is taking time to consider various options and opportunities and plans to decide his future in the next…
Hidden toxins found in children’s back-to-school supplies – ‘Our chemical safety system is broken’
by Clare Howard • • Comments Off on Hidden toxins found in children’s back-to-school supplies – ‘Our chemical safety system is broken’
Each year, Center for Health, Environment & Justice tests children’s back-to-school supplies for toxic chemicals. Each year, the organization finds toxins. Some are considered “endocrine disrupting chemicals” that can mimic or suppress hormones and cause damage at extremely low levels…
Illinois is the final state to pass concealed carry legislagtion
by Sara Browning • • Comments Off on Illinois is the final state to pass concealed carry legislagtion
House and Senate Majorities voted to override Governor Quinn’s changes to concealed carry legislation, giving Illinoisans the chance to exercise their Second Amendment rights. Last month, lawmakers raced to beat a July 9 deadline enacted by the 7th U.S. Circuit…
West Peoria News for August
by Sharon McBride • • Comments Off on West Peoria News for August
Winners of trophies in the 43rd Annual 4th of July parade are: Henry Strube as grand marshal for his dedicated role in the job of street department manager. Henry works many extra hours whenever needed or emergency circumstances arrive. Best…
Newsbriefs …
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Newsbriefs …
ROTARY CLUB OF PEORIA-NORTH ELECTS OFFICERS The Rotary Club of Peoria-North 2013-2014 officers and board members were installed on Thursday, July 11. Officers are Doug Huff, President; Scott Paulsen, Vice President; Jim Barrack, Immediate Past President; Matt Machala, Secretary; and…
House & Senate pass concealed carry bill
by Sara Browning • • Comments Off on House & Senate pass concealed carry bill
In a move that could end Illinois’ ban on firearms, the House and Senate passed a measure allowing for the carry of concealed weapons. Just hours before the Illinois General Assembly adjourned for the summer on May 31, the House,…
New ‘war garden’ in the battle against disease
by Clare Howard • • Comments Off on New ‘war garden’ in the battle against disease
Food in America has undergone a transformation over the past 71 years since OSF Sisters Community Healthcare Center opened its doors for uninsured and low-income patients. In 1942, Americans were cultivating “War Gardens,” canning fruit and vegetables, and only occasionally…
Providing nourishment to foster independence
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Providing nourishment to foster independence
Cooking begins very early each weekday morning at Neighborhood House in Peoria. Staff at the social service agency, located at 1020 S. Matthew Street, prepares food for some 850 meals to serve people in the city of Peoria, Peoria County…
Heddington Oaks: Treating seniors with respect and compassion
by Megan Mertens • • Comments Off on Heddington Oaks: Treating seniors with respect and compassion
Since 1848, the Bel-Wood nursing home has been owned and operated by the Peoria County Government, and has served over three hundred elderly men and women. This includes residents who are suffering from various health related problems such as: Alzheimer’s…