The Idea That Became an Event
By Chad Sparks, McLean County Senior Expo It all started with a casual, unscheduled conversation in a small, second story office at Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home. The idea had been simmering for some time in the mind of Alex Calvert. Alex and his father, Larry, have always had a passion for family and community, […]
A New Treatment for Weight Loss
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center Both the World Health Organization and the American Medical Association now recognize obesity as a chronic, progressive disease that requires lifelong treatment and control. It’s not just a matter of carrying a little too much weight due to overeating and no self-control. It is a disease and needs to be […]
Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons, Podiatry, and Comprehensive Care
Submitted by McLean County Orthopedics When suffering from foot or ankle pain, finding treatment is your main priority. When choosing a specialist to address your specific needs, it can be confusing when making a decision between two seemingly similar specialists: a podiatrist or an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon. Though both treat conditions related to […]
Diabetes Awareness
By Laura Lehnus, Meadows Achieve Wellness Coordinator Diabetes is a serious disease that affects how your body uses blood sugar (glucose) for energy. People get diabetes when their blood glucose levels are too high. The body produces glucose from the foods you eat for energy. Glucose is vital to your health because it is an […]
Heel Pain is a Pain in the…
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, P.C. Have you ever woken up and stepped out of bed to a sharp, burning pain in your heels? Well you are not alone. Heel pain is one of the most common problems I see in my office. The good news for you? It is […]
Common Skin Conditions
Submitted by Doug Leone, MD, and Adrienne Schupbach, MD, Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Institute Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? It is, in terms of both weight —between six and nine pounds — and surface area — about two square yards. Your skin separates the inside of your […]
Seven Mistakes to Avoid When Looking at Senior Living Communities
By Steven Buttice, Living By Your Design, Inc. If you’re looking for assisted living, you know you can’t afford to make a poor decision when the stakes are so high. This is often a very stressful time for all family members and too often, just finding a place to start is tough. Selecting a senior […]
Allied Health Programs
By Alexander Germanis Anybody who is familiar with the production of stage plays knows the actors performing onstage make up only a small percentage of the people who are actually necessary to the production of the performance. There are many more people who work behind the scenes to make certain everything moves smoothly and the […]
Importance of Senior Independence
From the early stages of life we are taught to care for ourselves. We learn that independence is important for success, boosts confidence, promotes happiness, increases sense of accomplishment, and the list continues. The wish to be independent stays with us from those early years to the later stages. Many times, seniors feel that their […]
Why Is Blue Light Getting a Bad Reputation?
By Ivetta Daccache, OD, FAAO It’s back-to-school season and with that comes Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! The stores’ shelves are filled with all the latest and greatest school supplies. Digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers are becoming more commonly included on that list, even with young children. Time reported in their […]