Shape Your Family’s Habits Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices
Information from NIH News in Health Many things can influence a child, including friends, teachers and the things they see when they sit in front of the TV or computer. If you’re a parent, know that your everyday behavior plays a big part in shaping your child’s behavior, too. With your help, kids can learn […]
Alzheimer’s Caregiving After the Diagnosis
Submitted by Reflections Memory Care Now that your family member or friend has received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the disease and how to care for someone who has it. You may also want to know the right way to share the news with family […]
Helpful Tips for Dealing With Stress
By Jennie Pettett, Country Comfort Retirement Homes It is important to manage stress levels as it can cause havoc on your emotional and physical wellbeing. Stress can narrow your ability to think clearly, function effectively, and simply enjoy life. Practicing effective stress management can help you break the hold stress can have on your life, […]
Non-surgical Treatments for Arthritis
By Richard P. Driessnack, MD Ok, I know I have arthritis of the knee, but I really do not want surgery for it. What can I do to decrease the pain and help me function better?” This is a common scenario in my office. Here are some things that can help before considering surgical […]
East Coast Artist Legacy Lives On
Story told by Mark Nickerson Transcribed by Cliodhna Joyce-Daly, Content Production Specialist, Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter She was truly a captivating artist,” Peoria resident Mark Nickerson said as he highlighted his mother’s artistic passion and flare. “Her colors, textures, and style completely enthralled viewers into her work.” The New York native’s mother, Juliet Holland, was […]
What If – Could This Happen to Me?
By Steven Buttice, Founder and President, Living By Your Design, Inc. It’s late at night, you’re alone and driving home. You’re tired, but still have a couple miles to go. At last, you’re about a half mile from home. You relax and fall asleep at the wheel. You go off the road, waking up as […]
Does Age Matter? When Sleep Apnea Doesn’t Follow the Norm
Submitted by Koala Center for Sleep Disorders Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA is a sleep disorder that, according to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) affects approximately 18 million adults in America alone. OSA occurs when a person stops breathing during sleep due to obstruction of the airway, which takes place when the tongue and muscles […]
Endure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance
By Bookwork Sez You need a shave. It’s been awhile and, though you’ve been grooming and growing, you’re long overdue — so, maybe just a little off the top. You’ll feel a lot better when you do, and in the new book Endure by Alex Hutchinson, you’ll see how your body will adapt on track, […]
Heartland Health Care Center Celebrates Arthritis Month
Submitted by Heartland Health Care Center — Moline May is National Arthritis Month. According to the Arthritis Foundation, more than forty-three million Americans, or one in six people, have some kind of arthritis. Arthritis is a general term used to describe more than 100 chronic diseases of the joints, bones, and muscles such as osteoarthritis, […]
Advocate for Your Health
By Amanda Geffre Tips on how you can improve your healthcare experience by preparing for exams and appointments. Doctor appointments, medical exams, and laboratory tests are nerve-wracking. Whether you plan to meet with a new healthcare provider for the first time or you have a diagnostic imaging exam to complete, it is important to prepare […]