Welcome to the OSF HealthCare Blog

Staying up to date on what's happening in health care can be a challenge these days. The OSF HealthCare Blog offers you the latest thinking on health care innovation, wellness, preventive medicine, diet, fitness and more. Hear from OSF HealthCare experts as well as from our patients who experience our care first hand.

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Five ways to lead disruption in health care

January 12, 2021

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Do face shields, medical goggles or gloves protect against COVID-19?

January 9, 2021

ICU nurse preparing a patient bed.

What is the ICU and why do COVID-19 patients end up there?

January 7, 2021

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How to avoid RSV and other RSV tips from a pediatrician

January 6, 2021

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Choosing between a family practice or internal medicine provider

January 5, 2021

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Don’t let alcohol become your crutch

December 30, 2020