Conquering the Top Five Reasons People Fail at Fitness
Everyone can agree that regular exercise is important, so why do so many people struggle to stick with their fitness goals? If you’ve encountered barriers holding you back from committing to a fitness routine, you’re not alone. The health experts at the Mayo Clinic offer simple ideas for overcoming the five most common hurdles to […]
Parenting the Parent
By Marcie Durian, Senior Resource Specialist, LivWell Seniors, LLC As I look back on my 15+ years helping families navigate through the healthcare system, as well as transitioning their loved ones from home to senior care, I realize how easy it was for me to work with other people’s loved ones. I also see how […]
Home Helpers of Scott County Just the Help You Needed
By Benjamin Goodin You wouldn’t think twice about wearing your glasses, knowing that distances can look blurry without them. Similarly, you wouldn’t leave your hearing aid sitting on the nightstand if you were expecting company over for lunch. Many seniors are very independent, and with the appropriate devices or a few tricks, they can still […]
How is Gout Treated? – Part 3 of a Series
With proper treatment, most people who have gout are able to control their symptoms and live productive lives. Gout can be treated with one or a combination of therapies. The goals of treatment are to ease the pain associated with acute attacks, to prevent future attacks, and to avoid the formation of tophi and kidney […]
Is It Time to Consider a Shoulder Replacement?
Submitted by Orthopaedic Specialists You’re all ready for your busy weekend — numerous errands, a round of golf, a birthday party, and dinner with friends. Now if only you could get rid of that nagging shoulder pain, the days would go so much better… Treatment options If this is happening to you, you’re not alone. […]
Chronic Kidney Disease Part 1 of 2
Information Provided by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) You’ve been told that you have chronic kidney disease (CKD). What does that mean? And what does it mean for your health and your life? This article will help answer some of the questions you might have. You have two kidneys, […]
Healthy Probiotic Fruit Candies
My daughter is approaching school age, and consequently she is more frequently encountering kids who don’t have food sensitivities and who don’t eat the way that we do. From Lunchables, to bottles of rainbow-colored sugar water, to packages of 20-ingredient cookies and pastries, a lot of today’s kids eat little more than highly processed, artificially […]
Nomophobia: When a Modern Smartphone Affliction Leads to Addiction
Everyday technology consumes everyone’s lives as the phone, computer, tablet, and other high-tech devices have become not just an object, but also a close companion. And for those who are extremely connected to their devices, going without them, even for only a few minutes, can be an anxiety-filled experience. A majority of American adults (56 […]
Assisted Living Communities Benefit Residents Following Loss of Loved Ones
By Darla Price Heath, Philanthropy and Volunteer Engagement Director, Meadows Communities and Jeff Heath, Community Outreach Director, East Lawn Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home The days after experiencing the loss of a loved one are filled with a flurry of activity and decisions. Family and friends need to be notified, and there are decisions regarding […]
Happy Tears
Submitted by Eye Surgical Associates Tears are nature’s lotion for the eyes. Not only do tears soothe, but eyes see better for being washed by them. Not having enough tears is a common condition that affects many people. An estimated 4.88 million Americans age 50 and older have dry eyes. Of these, over 65 percent […]