Top Picks for Stylish and Comfortable Shoes!
By Mary Svensson, Sole Savers Shoe Store Feet are the foundation of the body. If your feet hurt, you hurt all over. Did you know that 75 percent of all foot problems are caused by wearing improper shoes? Shoes that do not provide the proper arch and heel support can put your body out of […]
Most Americans Are Unaware of Key Cancer Risk Factors
Submitted by the Community Cancer Center The majority of Americans are unaware of several major risk factors for cancer — most notably obesity, which will soon overtake smoking as the largest preventable cause of cancer in the United States. This is one of the many findings from the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) National […]
Writing Your Story in Rehab — Chapter 1: The Road to Recovery
By Alexander Germanis In the 1980s, a stylized type of book became really popular among young readers. Choose Your Own Adventure, Find Your Fate, and Which Way? books allowed the reader to decide which path to take through the storyline, essentially tailoring their own plot as they went along. So, several people could pick up […]
Multidisciplinary Cancer Care
Submitted by Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology LTD Multidisciplinary teams [MDTs] are a vital component of delivering quality health care to cancer patients. MDTs consist of experienced and knowledgeable health care providers who meet regularly to discuss the treatment planning of cancer patients. Members of an oncology MDT represent all aspects of cancer care and usually […]
The Importance of Training
By Leah Wagner, Wellness Director at Westminster Village Muscle-strengthening exercises are just as important for older adults as they are for all other ages. Without them, you may have difficulty performing your activities of daily living. Strength is defined as the quality or state of being physically strong. How do you know if you are […]
Pregnancy and Your Feet What All Expectant Moms Need to Know!
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates There are thousands of pregnancy books out there and quite a few touch on the foot problems a woman may experience while expecting. Below are a few common issues that pregnant women deal with and how to combat them well before your new bundle of […]
When to Take the Leap
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery As we age, our thoughts, feelings, and opinions start to change. Things that we never considered in our twenties may now be in the forefront of our mind. If you have recently been considering plastic surgery, but aren’t sure if it’s the right thing for you, read on for […]
Senior Safety Behind the Wheel
Submitted by Meadows at Mercy Creek You may have asked yourself, “How long will I be able to safely drive a vehicle?” Getting older doesn’t make you a bad driver. But there are changes that may affect your driving skills over time. Your health Some health problems can make it more difficult for people of […]
Lives Intertwined Pets, People, and “One Health”
By Hannah Beers One Health” is a term used to convey the interdependence of human, animal, and environmental health. In their recent book, Beyond One Health: From Recognition to Results, coeditors Drs. Jack Herrmann and Yvette Johnson-Walker, faculty members at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, devote an entire chapter to the ways […]
Alzheimer’s Disease
Submitted by Reflections Memory Care How many Americans over age 65 may have Alzheimer’s disease? a. as many as 5 million b. as many as 50 million c. as many as 100 million The most well-established risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease is a. increasing age b. depression c. poor […]