Cold Hands, Hot Cocoa
By Mervet Adams, Health Alliance I always remember December from my childhood, when the weather got subzero, and the wind was playfully whipping snowflakes around. School was out for the holidays, and my sister and I always loved to play outdoors, despite the frigid temperatures. We would come downstairs with our garb, and Mom would […]
Embracing the Joy of the Holidays — When Cancer is the Uninvited Guest.
Submitted by The Community Cancer Center People with cancer and their loved ones can sometimes feel out of step from the rest of the world during the holidays. Questions and concerns flood your mind. How do I take care of the holiday rush and myself at the same time? How can I celebrate when I […]
Feeling Stressed? Take Action!
By Linda Snyder, Senior Care Advocate, The Villas of Hollybrook When the brain senses danger or a need to fight, it sounds the alarm for action: it tells the muscles to tighten and signals the adrenal glands to release stress hormones — such as adrenaline and cortisol. Those hormones make you breathe faster, getting more […]
Herniated Disc — What Is It and How Can I Treat It?
By Donny Bounds, MSN, RN, BC, CCRC, Director of Clinical Services, Millennium Pain Center Many Americans with back pain, leg pain, or weakness of the leg muscles are diagnosed with a herniated disc. However, most herniated discs cause no symptoms at all! Herniated discs are actually a natural, normal, and gradual part of the aging […]
Bust the Top 6 Excuses for Skipping Exercise During the Holidays
By Marion Webb, Writer and Editor for the American Council on Exercise Holiday season comes with great cheer, but it also comes with alcohol and calorie-laden parties, sweet treats and busy travel schedules — all of which can make good excuses for why you can’t keep exercising. If you’re already convincing yourself that you can’t […]
Dangers of the Nightly Grind
Submitted by Koala Center for Sleep Disorders That embarrassing snoring habit your spouse complains about may have something in common with your worn down teeth the dentist is always pointing out to you at your appointments. Your dentist may have been telling you for years that you grind your teeth. Maybe you use a nightguard […]
Dangers of the Nightly Grind
Submitted by Koala Center for Sleep Disorders That embarrassing snoring habit your spouse complains about may have something in common with your worn down teeth the dentist is always pointing out to you at your appointments. Your dentist may have been telling you for years that you grind your teeth. Maybe you use a nightguard […]
Facing Reconstructive Surgery
By Becky Wiese Katie is a unique case. Diagnosed with Stage IIIB breast cancer at the age of 28, she elected to have a double mastectomy as a proactive measure. She also knew from the start — in large part due to her age — that she would have reconstructive surgery. After undergoing chemotherapy for […]
Misconceptions About Bariatric Surgery
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center It’s no secret that a large percentage of the population is overweight. In fact, according to the CDC, more than two-thirds of American adults are considered to be significantly overweight or obese. Furthermore, most people have struggled with their weight issues for a long time, and many have been unable […]
Misconceptions About Bariatric Surgery
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center It’s no secret that a large percentage of the population is overweight. In fact, according to the CDC, more than two-thirds of American adults are considered to be significantly overweight or obese. Furthermore, most people have struggled with their weight issues for a long time, and many have been unable […]