Dental Implant Maintenance Part 2
By Alexander Germanis Everything worth keeping over a long period of time requires some form of upkeep. Cars need regular oil changes, a home occasionally needs a new roof, and even relationships have need of communicative maintenance. Our teeth are, of course, no different. If we want them to last, we need to take care […]
401(K) Withdrawals Beware of the Penalty Tax
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group You’ve probably heard that if you withdraw taxable amounts from your 401(k) or 403(b) plan before age 59½, you may be socked with a 10-percent early distribution penalty tax on top of the federal income taxes you’ll be required to pay. Did you know that the Internal Revenue Code […]
Vulnerability The Key to Emotional Intimacy
By Gregory J. Skibinski, Executive Director, Agape Counseling Ltd. When I meet with a couple for the first time, they often inform me that the reason they are in my office is for communication issues in their relationship. When I ask them to tell me more about their relationship, the common response is that they […]
The Health Benefits of a Body Detoxification
By Bill Kalman, Pharmacist-in-Charge, Essential Wellness Pharmacy Many people have heard about liver and body detoxification. You may have done one yourself or have heard of someone who has. If you are one of those who hasn’t done one or have never heard of them, the following information may enlighten you. Every day people are […]
Positive Emotions and Your Health Developing a Brighter Outlook
Do you tend to look on the sunny side, or do you see a future filled with dark, stormy skies? A growing body of research suggests that having a positive outlook can benefit your physical health. NIH-funded scientists are working to better understand the links between your attitude and your body. They’re finding some evidence […]
Have You Considered Respite Care?
By Steven Buttice, Founder and President Living By Your Design, Inc. Things were going just fine even though mom has dementia. Dad is still strong at age 86 and cares for mom’s substantial daily needs at home. Then, dad is told he needs surgery and will not be able to lift or give his normal […]
Grow a High-Yield Vegetable Garden This Season
By Melinda Myers Spend less time and money by growing a bounty of flavorful vegetables this growing season. Increase your harvest, even in small garden spaces, with proper planning and easy care, high-yielding vegetables. A productive garden starts with a plan, but choosing the best vegetables to grow and where to plant them can be […]
What Is Crohn’s Disease? Part I of II
Crohn’s disease is a disease that causes inflammation, or swelling, and irritation of any part of the digestive tract — also called the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The part most commonly affected is the end part of the small intestine called the ileum. The GI tract is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, […]
Advanced Arterial Procedures Preserve Limbs and Hope at CTET
By Benjamin Goodin Aggressive below-the-knee arterial intervention has the capability of saving limbs. Not only does arterial intervention help a patient avoid prosthesis, but it has been clearly shown that leg amputations are associated with shortened life expectancy. At the very least, amputation robs the patients of the independence. Limb loss makes getting around more […]
Improving the Symptoms of Memory Loss
Submitted by Lutheran Hillside Village For the over 16 million Americans with cognitive impairments, there is no cure or prescription. Trouble remembering, learning new things, concentrating, or making decisions — these impairments can range from mild to severe. While it might seem like a helpless situation, there are treatments producing incredible results. Lutheran Hillside Village […]