Personal Sound Amplicfication
By Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A, Audiology Consultants Recently there has been some commotion surrounding potential FDA approval of a “new” kind of hearing aid: over-the-counter (OTC) amplification. It may surprise people, but this type of device is actually not new at all. They have been around for years, just under various names. You have probably […]
Driving
By Monte Schwartz, Transition Specialist, LivWell Seniors, LLC “The one thing that unites all human beings, regardless of age, gender, religion, or ethnic background is that we all believe we are above-average drivers.” — Dave Barry. We can be pretty emphatic and judgmental about it while we’re on the road! I’ve seen different personalities come […]
Spine Fusion Restores Strength and Flexibility for QC Yogi
Submitted by ORA Orthopedics The practice of yoga demands skill, strength, and an intimate knowledge and confidence in your body. For Daina Lewis, 42, Moline, a certified yoga instructor and owner of Shine! Yoga and Bodyworks, it was her strength, knowledge, and fortitude that likely saved her yoga career. “I was a gymnast before coming […]
Tips for a Healthier School Year
By Rachel Smith, ARNP, Weight Management at The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists Back-to-school time is near! For many, this means back to routines and hectic schedules where healthy eating loses its priority. What if I told you this year could be different? Here are some simple tips for you and your family to start […]
ACL Reconstruction in Elite Athletes — Which Approach Is Preferred?
Submitted by Orthopaedic Specialists Many casual competitors look to professional athletes to learn about advanced training and recovery techniques. Similarly, sports enthusiasts may also pay attention to the treatment options used by these elite players, particularly when it comes to ACL injuries. An ACL tear is one of the most common conditions to occur in […]
Preparation Is the Key to a Healthy Lifestyle
By Lynette Pritchard, VIM Today “By failing to prepare, we are preparing to fail.” — Benjamin Franklin All successful endeavors require preparation. I consider sprouting a new, healthy you similar to planting a garden, an endeavor that tops all endeavors. Being in your best health makes you the best human you can be — the […]
Test Your Home’s Drinking Water
Information from epa.gov Testing your home’s drinking water is the only way to confirm if lead is present. Most water systems test for lead at a certain number of homes as a regular part of water monitoring. These tests give a system-wide picture of whether or not corrosion is being controlled, but do not reflect […]
Would You Recognize the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?
Submitted by Becky Powell MS, RN, AOCN, Health Educator, Community Cancer Center Bloating, abdominal pain, trouble eating, getting full quickly, the need to urinate frequently, fatigue, and constipation that last for more than two weeks are just a few of the symptoms that are associated with ovarian cancer. The American Cancer Society predicts that 22,440 […]
Can You Repeat That?
Submitted by the Central Illinois Hearing & Balance Center, a Division of Finn R. Amble, MD, FACS, SC Sometimes people are worried about their hearing, but they are hesitant to do anything about it. It’s human nature to put off things that aren’t emergencies, and sometimes we don’t want to confront a hearing problem because […]
Using EMDR to Overcome Difficult Life Events
By Kristen Leman, LCSW, Agape Counseling LTD Everyone faces difficult life events; from the youngest child born pre-maturely to the elderly man who has big regrets in life. A lot of times, these difficult life events are dealt with and the person adapts and continues to live a life that is considered normal for that […]