Trouble With Touch? Feeling Your World
Your senses let you experience the world. Sight, sound, hearing, or even smell may be the first sense to spring to mind. But don’t forget touch. Your sense of touch helps keep you safe from physical threats and can strengthen social bonds. It can also be altered by many health conditions. “Your skin is your […]
Why is Your Bad Mood Not Going Away?
By Shane Young, MA, LCPC, Chapin & Russell Associates – Neurotherapy Institute of Central Illinois Audio-Visual Entrainment (AVE) is an innovative therapeutic modality that has shown promise in treating various psychological and neurological conditions, including Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). At Chapin and Russell Associates / Neurotherapy Institute of Central Illinois, depending on your individualized […]
Summer Skin Care: Your Guide to Healthy Skin in the Sun
By Colleen Silva, MD, Springfield Clinic Peoria Allen As the days lengthen and temperatures rise, it’s time to embrace the joys of summer. However, amid the picnics, beach outings, and outdoor adventures, it’s crucial not to neglect your skin’s health. The summer sun brings with it increased UV radiation, which can wreak havoc on […]
Effective Connections for a Lifetime: 9 Things a Man Should Know
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates The following are some tips for men to help improve their relationships. These are “from the couch,” based on my work with men in relationship counseling, and influenced by the work of researchers John Gottman and Judith Wallerstein. […]
Think Outside (No Box Required)
There are so many opportunities to explore, learn, and have fun in the outdoors. The only thing missing is you. By Scott Fishel As children, our parents were always telling us to “go outside and play.” That doesn’t change much for adults. The difference is that it’s your family physician and mental health experts […]
Watching What Matters to You
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Remember that first public event you went to after covid restrictions were less confining? I remember the freedom we felt in the spring of 2021 when we were finally allowed to attend a school function, live and in person. Being able to watch our daughter perform with her […]
Seasonal Allergies in Dogs
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store If you suffer from seasonal allergies—watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing—you know how miserable it can be. Dogs and cats suffer from seasonal allergies too. But unlike humans, pets typically develop skin problems. Most often they itch—sometimes very intensely—and may also lick or chew […]
Breast Cancer
Understanding Your Risk Submitted by Ft. Jesse Imaging & Gale Keeran Center for Women When we talk about cancer screening, one common question people ask is, “How can you find out if you’re at risk for cancer?” Fortunately, risk assessment tools help determine who qualifies for supplemental screening and genetic counseling or testing. […]
Bless These Brows
Creating Confidence Inside and Out By Julie Workman In the bustling world of beauty, where every detail counts, well-groomed eyebrows add structure to your face and can, when done correctly, set you apart from the crowd. Welcome to Bless These Brows, where we redefine beauty standards through the artistry of eyebrow shaping and enhancement. Owner […]
Indulge Taste Buds With Better-for-You Snacks
The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of when or where you snack, encourage better-for-you eating habits with nutritious nibbles to power through your day. According to an online survey conducted among 1,000 Americans ages 18 and older across the […]