Health care leaders and Senator Dick Durbin gathered at SIU School of Medicine on July 25 to strongly denounce sweeping federal budget cuts to Medicaid, student loan support and medical research—pillars that sustain both local patient care and the next generation of physicians.

As temperatures rise and families flock to pools, lakes and beaches, it's the perfect time to talk about an important—and often misunderstood—summer safety concern: dry drowning (also known as secondary drowning). While rare, dry drowning can be serious, and understanding the signs can help you act quickly and confidently if something seems off after water play.

As temperatures rise and families flock to pools, lakes and beaches, it's the perfect time to talk about an important—and often misunderstood—summer safety concern: dry drowning (also known as secondary drowning). While rare, dry drowning can be serious, and understanding the signs can help you act quickly and confidently if something seems off after water play.

As temperatures rise and families flock to pools, lakes and beaches, it's the perfect time to talk about an important—and often misunderstood—summer safety concern: dry drowning (also known as secondary drowning). While rare, dry drowning can be serious, and understanding the signs can help you act quickly and confidently if something seems off after water play.

As temperatures rise and outdoor activities fill our calendars, protecting your skin should remain a top health priority. More than 5.4 million cases of basal and squamous cell skin cancers are diagnosed each year in the U.S., along with nearly 100,000 new cases of melanoma, according to the American Cancer Society. The good news? The majority of these cases are preventable with consistent, evidence-based sun safety practices. This summer, protect your and your family’s skin with simple, smart strategies.

ADHD: Low Dopamine ADHD is naturally geared to lower levels of dopamine —the brain chemical that affects motivation, focus, and reward. Daily activities feel less satisfying, such as sports, movies or visiting with friends. When nothing can make you feel better, what is left? Alcohol and other substances stimulate dopamine-releasing neurons , which can enhance the sensation of dopamine release. These substances do not increase dopamine, but rather can make it easier to feel the effect. When you’re struggling to enjoy simple activities at home, being able to briefly feel normal is like a dream