Getting Ahead of Your Health
How ENT Specialists Can Help You Sleep Better, Hear Better, and Solve Sinus Problems … For Good! Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Summer brings sunshine and warm weather – but for many people, winter cold symptoms may linger or allergies might be flaring up. Finding real, long-lasting relief may be easier to […]
3 Expert Tips to Fight the 3pm Slump
Do you struggle to stay focused and alert in the afternoon? The 3pm slump is very real and hard to avoid! Many people feel their energy and productivity tank during this time, but fortunately, you don’t have to give in to the 3pm slump. Registered dietitian and Quest partner Kristin Kirkpatrick, M.S., offers her top […]
How Many Is Too Many?
When Drinking Becomes a Problem For some people, a glass of wine, a beer, or a cocktail is an occasional treat. Others struggle to stop at just one or even many drinks. Some may drink alcohol in moderation, but still feel like they’re not in control of their drinking. How do you know if alcohol […]
Sunscreen The Burning Truth
Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Bless These Brows Summer is here, which means it’s time for outdoor activities like swimming, boating, biking, playing ball, or gardening. But all that fun in the sun also means practicing proper sun protection! The need for sun safety has become clearer over the past 30 years as studies conclusively […]
Can You Lengthen Your Life?
Submitted by Carriage Crossing of Bloomington Want the secret to living a longer and healthier life? Scientists have found ways to prolong the healthy lifespans of worms, mice, and even monkeys. Their work has revealed exciting new clues about the biology of aging. But solid evidence still shows that the best way to boost […]
8 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of Americans and is a leading cause of death in the United States. It’s important to distinguish the facts from the myths about Alzheimer’s, especially when it comes to finding information online. Following are some common myths surrounding this disease. Myth […]
Auto Immune Diseases
What You Need To Know Your immune system is supposed to keep you healthy. What happens when it turns against you? Autoimmune conditions can cause symptoms like pain and swelling in the muscles and joints. Your immune system’s job is to keep you healthy by detecting and fighting harmful intruders such as bacteria and viruses. […]
May is Better Hearing Month: Have You Had Your Hearing Checked Lately?
Preparing for a Comprehensive Audiological Evaluation: A Patient’s Guide By Shelby Garrison, AuD A comprehensive audiological evaluation is a crucial step in understanding and addressing hearing-related concerns. Whether it’s a routine check-up or an initial assessment of hearing loss, adequate preparation ensures a more accurate assessment and a smoother experience. Here are essential […]
It Pays to Get Your IRA Beneficiary Right
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC According to a December 2023 article in the New York Times, there is over $35 trillion in retirement accounts in the U.S. and about $16 trillion of that will be transferred in the next decade. There’s no doubt about it: the “Great Wealth […]
Bringing the Garden With You
Submitted by Friendship Manor Gardening is a wonderfully relaxing and mood-boosting activity—and is one of the things residents miss most when moving into a retirement community. Although mowing and more strenuous tasks are happily given up, the actual process and activity of gardening itself is missed. According to Sally Hasket, a horticulturist with the […]