summer health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting the highest rate of tick-bite cases in more than five years, and Illinois doctors are urging people to take preventive measures to curb being infected by these pests.

High blood pressure affects nearly half of U.S. adults and often goes unmanaged. To help, the St. Louis County Library and the American Heart Association are offering blood pressure cuffs and educational resources, available for checkout.

When temperatures spike, so do health concerns. The Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center says while you’re out enjoying the beautiful weather, be…