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Go for a bike ride
From five-mile loops to a 61-mile long haul, there's sure to be a ride that's right for you among these 10 bike trails.
Hiking around Chicago
A one-hour drive from the bustling demands of urban living is all you need for a retreat to woods, prairies and bogs.
Farmer's markets
Farmers markets throughout the city help ensure that you get your fill of fresh-from-the-farm goodness.
Breast cancer resources
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or if you need to brush up on the symptoms, these sites are some of the Web's best resources on the topic.
Get heart smart
Keep your heart healthy with the tips on these great sites.
Be an organ donor
The state of Illinois has made it even easier to register as a donor (do it online!).
Prostate screenings
The prostate cancer-detecting PSA blood test, which measures levels of prostate-specific antigen, will be offered for free April 21-26.
Cancer support groups
From traditional emotional issues to new explorations in stress release with Tai Chi, these support groups help patients and families cope.
Eat healthy
Whether you're watching your waistline or don't like the idea of deep-fried, processed foods, check out these health food restaurants.
Be an egg donor
Want more information on the egg donation process? Check out these sites to sort out the facts and figures of a very complex process.
Tea time!
Celebrate National Tea Month at one of these fine places for your favorite herbal blends.
Diet food delivery
If you've made a resolution to lose weight in the new year, you want it to be as easy as possible to shed a few pounds. These diet food services aim to please, delivering a variety of meals throughout the Chicago area.
Learn about thyroids
If you or someone you know is affected with a thyroid condition, use these sites to learn everything you need to know.
A healthier holiday
So Thanksgiving isn't exactly known as a light meal. Luckily, it can be a healthy one, thanks to these healthful groceries and their organic produce, free-range birds and well-portioned desserts.
Sleep disorder sites
From lack of sleep to getting too much sleep, millions of Americans suffer from sleep disorders.
Help for acid reflux
These websites point you toward ways to ease your discomfort and suggest lifestyle changes that can help chase acid reflux away.
Alzheimer's support
Many support groups in the greater Chicago area provide help for both individuals entering the early stages of Alzheimer's and their loved ones.
Donate: Kids' health
No effort is too small when it comes to improving the health of a child, and a great many charities agree. Here are some of the best places to donate.
Ovarian cancer resources
Often called the "silent killer," specific symptoms for the disease have finally been identified. To learn more, visit these excellent web resources.
ADHD resources
It's estimated that 3 to 5 percent of children have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; if your child is one of them, these sites can help.
All about Alzheimer's
More than 5 million people in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. Here are some of the best sites on the topic.
The web's best ALS sites
If you or someone you know is battling ALS (or if you'd like to volunteer to support the search for a cure), these sites rank among the web's best resources on the topic.
