What Is A Cancer Survivor?
By Julia Sprinkle, BS, LPN, CCRP, Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology Associates The term survivor has been known to have several different meanings. When many people think of a cancer survivor they think of someone who has been treated for some form of cancer and are now in remission. In the past, a patient would be […]
Fight Anxiety with Exercise
By Matthew Wheet, CPT and Wellness Director, Westminster Village Anxiety disorder and depression can be a never-ending battle for some individuals. People suffering from anxiety or depression may have a difficult time with everyday life. Work, school, and even simple things like going to the grocery store can be a struggle. For some people, trying […]
Helping Children Control Their Emotions
By Marie Nebel-Schwalm, PhD Parenting is not easy, and parenting a child who struggles to regulate his or her emotions can be one of the more significant challenges for parents. Parents can become understandably frustrated and impatient when their child seems unable to control his or her emotions. Similarly, even if they cannot articulate it, […]
Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2017
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Every year, the Internal Revenue Service announces cost-of-living adjustments that affect contribution limits for retirement plans, thresholds for deductions and credits, and standard deduction and personal exemption amounts. Here are a few of the key adjustments for 2017. Retirement plans Employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), and most 457 […]
Being Healthy in a Stressful World
By Phillip J. Ladd, LCPC, Christian Psychological Associates Years ago before our technological age really took over, experts were predicting how much time we would save when computers and technology became more prominent in our lives. Some were saying that we would have to do some work to figure ways to spend our extra time. […]
Is Your Heart at Risk? Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular Health
Submitted By Koala Center for Sleep Disorders Each February, people across the country recognize American Heart Month. During this time, we are encouraged to pay attention to the risk factors for heart disease and make heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Because heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American […]
Eating for Your Brain
By Michelle Pollard, LNHA, Care Center Administrator, Lutheran Hillside Village If “you are what you eat” as the saying goes, how is your brain faring? Michelle Pollard, LNHA, Care Center Administrator at Lutheran Hillside Village, shares the following inside look on food and your brain’s health. While we’ve always known that what we eat affects […]
When Getting Arrested Becomes An Opportunity To Heal
Getting arrested isn’t something most people think of as a positive experience. For Leslie Caldwell, however, getting pulled over while under the influence of alcohol changed the course of her life. This wasn’t Caldwell’s first time driving under the influence (DUI), and it wasn’t her first time being caught. She had four prior offenses; the […]
Pharmacy Technician Program at Midstate College
The Pharmacy Technician program at Midstate College is up and running with its first students well underway to a good a job and a great career. Midstate College is so excited about our new Pharmacy Technician diploma program. This diploma program will prepare students for practice as an entry-level pharmacy technician under the supervision of […]
Butterflies and Thyroid Awareness
By Lee Baas, PhD, Psychologist A few weeks ago, I flew from Shanghai to Bangkok. My seatmate was a lady, probably close to 50 years old. Tattoos are very common in many parts of Asia. Some men and women have many tattoos — on their arms, legs, and neck. I have also seen a few […]