The Sunny Side of Vitamin D
By Angie Lollock, Nutritionist, Peoria City/County Health Department Worldwide, every three seconds a bone will break. That is a startling statistic according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation that estimates one in three women and one in five men over 50 will experience osteoporotic bone fractures at some point in their lives. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis […]
The Lifespan of a Hearing Aid
By Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A, Audiology Consultants, P.C. Q: I just bought some hearing aids. How long do they last? What can I do to help them last? A: On average, hearing aids are typically replaced about every five to seven years, with some being replaced as soon as two to three years, and […]
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 […]
Making New Friends
By Karen McCoy, Marketing Consultant, Ridgecrest Village Before you retired, you probably didn’t think about it, but now you are finding it is challenging to forge new friendships. You are finding it difficult to maintain your friendships; you no longer have that daily access to the co-workers you shared significant life moments with. If you […]
Center Celebrates National Healthcare Decisions Day – April 16, 2018
Submitted by Heartland Health Care Center — Moline National Healthcare Decisions Day is April 16th, traditionally the day after tax paperwork is completed and filed away. However, another paperwork project should also be tackled at this time: your healthcare decisions, also referred to as advance directives. “Having a person’s wishes in writing helps take the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]