Chapter 3: Research and Technology
By Alexander Germanis Most good writing begins with extensive research. In fact, two fiction writers in particular, the late Tom Clancy and the late Michael Crichton, garnered a lot of praise, not only for their compelling and memorable stories, but also for the extensive research they conducted and their handling of highly technical information. When […]
Can Exercise Treat Depression?
By Karen Tucker Everybody knows that exercise is good for you. Regular exercise not only helps you look and feel better, but it can reduce your risk for developing health problems such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Improved physical health isn’t the only benefit of exercise. A large number of recent studies are showing […]
Helping Kids Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
Submitted by Reflections Memory Care When a family member has Alzheimer’s disease, it affects everyone in the family, including children and grandchildren. It’s important to talk to them about what is happening. How much, and what kind of, information you share depends on the child’s age, and relationship to the person with Alzheimer’s. Helping kids […]
A Home of Independence
The most prized of possessions is not something tangible. It is not a house, a car, or a precious work of art. Yet it is something men and women fight to obtain, fight to keep, and refuse to give up. It is independence. Unfortunately, as we age, independence can become harder and harder to hold […]
The Changes in Hip and Knee Replacements Through the Years
By Richard P. Driessnack, MD I have seen many patients over the years who have been helped by hip and knee replacement. In my 30+ year career, there have been many changes in the field, and I want to review some of these with you in this article. Techniques: New surgical techniques for performing surgery […]
West Nile Virus in Peoria County
Submitted by Diana Scott The Peoria City/County Health Department is reporting the first West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample detected in Peoria County for 2018. “The positive mosquito pool is an indication that West Nile virus is circulating in our area and individuals should take appropriate preventive measures to protect their health,” states Carey Panier, Interim […]
Create a Circle of Protection Around Babies
Newborn babies do not have fully developed immune systems, making them particularly vulnerable to infections. When a baby’s family members and caregivers get vaccinated, they help form a “cocoon” of disease protection around the baby. Anyone who is around babies should be up-to-date on all routine vaccines, including the whooping cough vaccine. During flu season, […]
What Is That Bump?
By Monica Ronke, CST, Bond Eye Associates Have you ever had a bump on your eyelid, chances are you might have had a chalazion? A chalazion is a blocked oil gland that appears on your upper or lower eyelid. They tend to come on gradually over the course of a few weeks. A chalazion is […]
End of Summer Road Trips: Why Staying Safe May Come Down to Sleep
Submitted by Koala Center For Sleep Disorders As the end of summer approaches, many Americans will be packing up their cars for one last family vacation before school begins again and cooler temperatures return. While there are many elements that go into planning a successful road trip, one of the most important considerations is safety. […]
Relieving Restless Legs Syndrome: Device a Real-Life Example of “Physician Heal Thyself”
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sleep deprivation is a serious and growing epidemic in the U.S. with potentially life-threatening consequences. The chronically sleep deprived may be at greater risk of obesity, heart disease, heart attack and even premature death. Some people may be able to address the problem by reducing […]