Thursday is an “orange” air quality day in Chicago

Thursday brings an air quality warning to Chicago. The air quality index is in the 101-150 range, an orange warning for ozone indicating the air quality conditions are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.

But what exactly does this mean? How might you change your day to take account of the warning?

Thursday is an “orange” air quality day in Chicago - Chicago wellness | Examiner.com

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I’m Dreaming of a Winter Storm Warning Christmas

With a white Christmas heading for Chicagoland, and lots of holiday travel, it’s a good time to review the different types of winter weather advisories, and what they mean (from NOAA). Do you know how to prepare and what to do in each situation?

I’m Dreaming of a Winter Storm Warning Christmas... - Chicago wellness | Examiner.com

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Lake County Health Department low-cost pet vaccination clinic

Lake County residents have a convenient and affordable way to keep their pets up to date with their shots and rabies tags at a pet vaccination and microchip clinic in Round Lake on October 16.

The clinic is provided by The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center's Animal Care and Control Program. The Animal Care and Control Program tracks pet vaccinations and rabies tags, investigates animal bites and complaints of nuisance and neglect, and impounds stray animals.

Read More at Chicago Wellness Examiner...

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Designing Your Own Workspace Improves Health, Happiness and Productivity

Science Daily, 9/8/10

Employees who have control over the design and layout of their workspace are not only happier and healthier -- they're also up to 32% more productive, according to new research from the University of Exeter in the UK.

... The findings challenge the conventional approach taken by most companies, where managers often create a 'lean' working environment that reflects a standardized corporate identity.    Read More...

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