Surgical and Non-Surgical Efforts Play a Role in Weight Loss
By Crystal Moulton, OSF HealthCare Weight Loss Program Specialist The goal of permanent weight loss is one shared by many, but the journey towards achieving that goal can be challenging. A combination of medical, surgical, behavioral, and lifestyle modifications are most effective to reach long-term weight loss. Our goal really is to provide an option […]
Shoulder Pain Dislocation and Separation
Submitted by McLean County Orthopedics Shoulder pain is very common and occurs in men, women, and children of all ages. Pain may be felt in one small spot, in a larger area, or down the arm. It may come on suddenly as the result of a fall or injury, or it may be a gradual […]
Should I Accept My Employer’s Early-Retirement Offer?
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group The right answer for you will depend on your situation. First of all, don’t underestimate the psychological impact of early retirement. The adjustment from full-time work to a more leisurely pace may be difficult. So, consider whether you’re ready to retire yet. Next, look at what you’re being offered. […]
Family Bonds Reduce Fears of Surgery
By Linda Hankemeier Families share so much with one another. Special moments. Heirlooms. Medical information. Judy, along with other female members of her family, shared a physical trait — that of being well endowed. While to some women that might be desirable, Judy found being well endowed challenging, to say the least. “I’m a nurse, […]
Prevention and Detection
Submitted by Doug Leone, MD and Adrienne Schupbach, MD, Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Institute One in five Americans will get skin cancer in their lifetime. Melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer, has steadily increased over the past three decades to the rate of one American dying an hour from it, according to the […]
Is Poor Sleep Putting You At Risk?
Submitted by the Koala Center for Sleep and TMJ Disorders It’s a familiar story. Most of us can relate to feeling sluggish at work or even on the road. The truth is that Americans do not sleep enough, but we often fail to consider the potential consequences of our sleeplessness. According to the National Sleep […]
Prepare Your Pet For Summer
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash and Health Food Store for Dogs and Cats From making plans to buying new clothes to filling your time with exhilarating (or relaxing) hobbies, gearing up for summer can be a fun and exciting exercise. With hotter months ahead, don’t forget that your pets need certain preparation in […]
Dr. Nitin Kukkar Making Central Illinois Part of the Leading Edge of Medicine
By Alexander Germanis Last fall, Orthopedic Sports Enhancement Center (OSEC) in Bloomington added a unique personality and uniquely skilled physician to their staff. Dr. Nitin Kukkar is trained in the latest minimally invasive spine surgery techniques, and now brings these skills to the people of Bloomington/Normal and Central Illinois. A humble beginning This town is […]
Pay it Forward
By Alexander Germanis A saying that has become part of our cultural lexicon in the last decade or so is “paying it forward.” The meaning is simple enough: to take something good someone has given you and pass that goodness on to someone else. Dr. Joseph Norris, founder of Method Sports Performance in Bloomington and […]
Healthy Relationships With Food
Submitted by Brittany King, APN, WHNP, Advanced Women’s Healthcare That piece of cake looks absolutely delicious. I’m trying to be good though, so I’ll pass.” If you have ever found yourself saying or thinking a similar statement, you are definitely not alone! Modern-day society is full of messages about what we should and should not […]