Feel Your Best in the New Year
How to Take Control of Your Gut Health Submitted by Mississippi Valley Endoscopy Center New year, new you! Many people use January as a time to reset and introduce some healthy habits, especially after the decadence of the holiday season. But if you’ve tried it all and you still don’t feel quite right, […]
Caring for the Whole Person
Mind • Body • Spirit By Alexander Germanis From elementary biology to high school anatomy class, to everyday life experiences, it is self-evident we human beings are very complex. Unfortunately, the more complex the system, the wider the variety of problems that can arise within that system. Furthermore, a malady in one system can result […]
Understanding the Five Stages of Grief
By TJ Martin Grief is a universal human experience, and it can be a challenging and often overwhelming journey. Whether you’re mourning the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or even the end of a relationship, understanding the stages of grieving can help you navigate this emotional terrain more effectively. Developed […]
Understanding Hearing Loss
What Causes It and If I Have Hearing Loss Will It Get Worse? By Ali Carmichael, Au.D. For most people hearing loss is a medical condition they are aware of and in most situations, they may even know someone with hearing loss. However, people are very rarely taught about the causes of hearing loss […]
Take Advantage of Pomegranate Season
As the busyness of the holiday season kicks into high gear, it’s also the peak of the season for pomegranates. Pomegranates are the perfect way to dress up any dish for the holiday season. This big, red fruit is full of crunchy juicy-filled seeds, called arils, that make any dish special with their jewel-like appearance. […]
Less Pain, Faster Recovery
Quad Cities’ Top Experts Transform Total Joint Surgery Utilizing Mako SmartRobotics™ Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center When patients move easier, with less pain and can return to their favorite activities it’s nothing short of life-changing. These transformative success stories have become the standard for total joint surgeons at Orthopaedic Specialists located on […]
What Is Palliative Care?
By Beth Cooper Ingle, CSA, Certified Senior Advisor The phone rings and your heart speeds up at the news: Your mom has just been diagnosed with a chronic and painful disease. You know that there are many decisions to be made and that your mom and family will need information and support. This is […]
The Importance of Hearing
Submitted by Peoria Ear, Nose & Throat Group Hearing is essential for maintaining relationships and connections, fully participating in community activities, and experiencing life events to the fullest. Your quality of life is directly impacted by the ability to engage, listen, laugh, and enjoy those moments. Celebrate your ears and all they can […]
Take Advantage of Pomegranate Season
As the busyness of the holiday season kicks into high gear, it’s also the peak of the season for pomegranates. Pomegranates are the perfect way to dress up any dish for the holiday season. This big, red fruit is full of crunchy juicy-filled seeds, called arils, that make any dish special with their jewel-like appearance. […]
Built on Trust, Driven to Help
By Alexander Germanis As the winter winds begin to cut to the bone and the darkness of night settles around us all too quickly, people’s thoughts often become occupied with how they can warm the lives of others—how they might bring a little light into someone else’s world. Minds turn to the many people […]