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Notification of a Potential Data Security Incident

Dear Madam/Sir: The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, (“SIU”) is providing notice pursuant to 815 ILCS 530/25 in connection with an incident that may have involved the personal information of certain Illinois residents. This notice will be supplemented, if necessary, with any new significant facts discovered subsequent to its submission. While SIU is notifying you of this incident, SIU does not waive any rights or defenses relating to the incident or this notice. NATURE OF THE INCIDENT AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN SIU recently discovered that an unknown, unauthorized third party
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When putting food on the table isn’t simple

Food insecurity affects more than 13% of central Illinoisans — and help is closer than many realize.
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Savor the season: Holiday meal tips for those with diabetes

Holiday gatherings bring warmth, joy and often, a table full of tempting dishes. For people living with diabetes, the season can bring extra challenges, but it doesn’t mean missing out. A few simple strategies can make holiday meals enjoyable and manageable.
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Savor the season: Holiday meal tips for those with diabetes

Holiday gatherings bring warmth, joy and often, a table full of tempting dishes. For people living with diabetes, the season can bring extra challenges, but it doesn’t mean missing out. A few simple strategies can make holiday meals enjoyable and manageable.
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Travel well this holiday season: Tips to stay healthy on the go

As families reunite and friends gather, millions of Americans will take to the roads and skies this holiday season. The excitement of travel also brings an uptick in stress, disrupted routines and increased exposure to cold weather and contagious illnesses.
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Travel well this holiday season: Tips to stay healthy on the go

As families reunite and friends gather, millions of Americans will take to the roads and skies this holiday season. The excitement of travel also brings an uptick in stress, disrupted routines and increased exposure to cold weather and contagious illnesses.
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Beyond strep throat: Understanding scarlet fever and rheumatic fever

Scarlet fever and rheumatic fever are often thought of as serious conditions only seen in historical dramas. Though rare, these complications from strep throat can still occur today and bring serious consequences.
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PANDAS: Understanding a rare but serious childhood condition

Pandas, the black-and-white bears, are often seen as cuddly, harmless creatures. But in reality, they’re strong, territorial and capable of doing serious damage when provoked. The same goes for PANDAS—not the animal, but a rare condition in children that can be just as surprising and serious.
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PANDAS: Understanding a rare but serious childhood condition

Pandas, the black-and-white bears, are often seen as cuddly, harmless creatures. But in reality, they’re strong, territorial and capable of doing serious damage when provoked. The same goes for PANDAS—not the animal, but a rare condition in children that can be just as surprising and serious.
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4 flu vaccine myths busted

Some misinformation tend to circulate whenever flu vaccinations are offered. Let's explore four of the major myths and start to set the record straight.
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