Putting the Patient First
By Lori Lovely One of the largest private oncology practices in the U.S., Illinois CancerCare, PC, serves patients in 12 clinics throughout Central and Western Illinois. “We bring the services to them,” says Jamie Harper, Director of Clinical Research. It’s just one way they look out for the patients’ best interests. “We have several core […]
Disabilities Don’t Limit Kurt P. White
By Dave Tompkins Despite being born without a right arm and having a three-fingered hand on a partial left arm, scoliosis, and a short leg, don’t call Kurt P. White disabled. He has played golf since he was 10 and even placed in the National Amputee Golf Tournament. He also bowls, shoots pool, hunts with […]
Living in a Fishbowl
By Victoria Mitchell, LCSW, RN, Agape Counseling, Ltd. First of all, this is not a reference to a Pink Floyd favorite. The title refers to a strange yet amazing analogy that hit me yesterday as I was feeding Phish, the fish. A little background on Phish is necessary. Phish is an amazing creature that is […]
Complementary Medicine for Cancer Patients and Survivors
By Susie Flick, Office Manager at the Hult Center for Healthy Living June 5, 2016 is National Cancer Survivors Day. The American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute defines a cancer survivor as any individual who has been diagnosed with cancer and remains alive and well. Thanks to a number of options in both […]
Got Peace?
By Debra Disney, MSEd, LCPC, and Counselor at Methodist College Do you ever wish you could be content and peaceful with life just as it is in this moment? This is not implying that we should give up on our dreams for the future. Please keep those! However, it is possible to be at ease […]
How Is Vitiligo Diagnosed? Part 2
Information provided by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases The diagnosis of vitiligo is made based on a physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. A doctor will likely suspect vitiligo if you report (or the physical examination reveals) white patches of skin on the body, particularly on sun-exposed areas, including […]
Protect and Treat Your Family’s Skin From Bites and Itch This Season
Warm days mean picnics, ballgames, and outdoor adventures. Unfortunately, all that sun and fun can introduce a greater risk of skin woes for you and your family. “Whether you’re playing catch in the backyard or pitching a tent in the woods, you can help prevent certain issues from occurring, and, if they do, be prepared […]
Serve Your Flock Safe Eggs
Purchasing a dozen eggs offers nearly unlimited preparation possibilities. Enjoying any egg dish, however, starts with these four tips for purchasing safe eggs: Always purchase eggs from a refrigerated case. Open the carton and make sure there are no visible cracks or leaking eggs. Check the short end of the carton for the date the […]
Look Better, Feel Better
By Lori Lovely Peoria-area residents may be familiar with the Illinois Eye Center for full-service medical and surgical eye care that helps them see the world better. They may not be as aware of Aesthetics, which offers cosmetic improvements that help patients look better. Since 2007, Aesthetics has been offering a wide range of both […]
Dad Is Given 24 Hours to Move Out of Assisted Living
By Steven A Buttice Last month, dad decided to walk to the store from his home in assisted living. Going out for a walk is something many do on a nice day, but this walk resulted in an eviction from his home in assisted living. This gentleman, with the guidance of his family, moved into […]