From Cancer Nurse to Cancer Patient: One Woman’s Story
Submitted by Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology LTD Throughout her career, Lindsay Norris had a close connection with cancer, helping others battle the disease. Then one day, it became even more personal. The 33-year-old oncology nurse still remembers the moment she heard the news of her own diagnosis — Stage 3 colorectal cancer. “I’ve been in […]
AmnioFix A new treatment for injuries
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, P.C. As a podiatrist, I am always striving to provide new, innovative ways to treat our patients. We want to get our athletes, in particular, back “in training” as quickly as possible. For any sports injury, we often begin with conservative treatments: PRICE therapy. Protect […]
Don’t Get Scammed!
Submitted by Allison Fisher, Community Relations Director, Welbrook Senior Living In today’s world, scamming senior citizens is a common practice. Criminals target older adults because they are often more trusting. However, there are several ways that a senior citizen can avoid being scammed. Below are some helpful tips to avoid any scamming techniques. Tip 1: […]
Treating People, Not Patients
By Alexander Germanis Physical balance is something that tends to be equated with things like riding a bike, performing gymnastics, or being able to stand steadily on a ladder. The real scope of balance extends to practically everything we do, whether it’s simply standing up or walking down a hallway without stumbling into the wall. […]
Science-Based Suggestions for Self-Confidence
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery A recent study shows your perception of your own image has a profound effect on how you present yourself to the rest of the world. Those findings could be empowering since even small changes to your self-care routine can significantly boost your self-confidence. The study by researchers at the […]
Trust in Dental Implants Changing the Face of Dentistry Part 1
By Alexander Germanis It has long been said to not judge a book by its cover. This axiom extends to not judging a person by their looks; nevertheless, humans do that — whether consciously or subconsciously. One of the most influential parts of the face, one we often judge or determine trust by, is the […]
Do You Really Need a Car?
Submitted by Bike BloNo You may have noticed that more and more people are using bicycles for transportation, for exercise, or maybe just for fun. What many drivers still do not realize is that by law, bicycles on the roadway are vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles. While the Constitution Trail […]
Return to Work, Return to Life
By Alexander Germanis Although Bloomington-Normal is not a major-league sports destination, our twin cities are known for a solid commitment to athletics. Indeed, places like McLean County Orthopedics (MCO) and its therapy department employ several people with sports backgrounds who focus on sports related injuries with an interest in getting athletes — professional and amateur […]
The Truth About Shame
By Jenn Bovee, LCSW, CRADC, CCHt, The Mental Wellness Center Shame is often described as a very corrosive thread that systemically takes the joy and peace out of our lives. Shame is frequently defined as that feeling or emotion of not being ___________ enough and therefore unworthy of connection. It doesn’t necessarily matter what you […]
The Importance of Family Support
Submitted by Lauren Hoefert You often hear the phrases, “Family is everything,” or, “That’s what family is for.” No two statements could resonate more for the Immke family of Pontiac. Elaine Immke, 58, and Henry Immke, 77, grew up on each of their family’s corn and soybean farms near Pontiac. They are second cousins, with […]