Stay in the Loop With LifeLoop
By Kallie Lee, Community Relations Director, The Village at Mercy Creek In a world still recovering from a pandemic, the pros and cons of Senior Living continue to be strongly evaluated by adult children and caregiving spouses looking to enhance their loved ones’ quality of life. Often, their worry is the ability to interact […]
Holidays and Depression What You Should Know
By David Pruitt, OSF HealthCare Holidays can be the backbone of our relationships—highlights in the histories of our lives. They are traditions that serve as the foundations for many families. But because of these ties, mental health professionals note an increase in depression for seniors during the holidays. “Statistics show that two million of […]
Get the Most Out of Your Health Insurance!
Submitted by Ft. Jesse Imaging & Gale Keeran Center for Women Health insurance can feel a bit like a bad word these days. Plans are increasingly expensive, the rules are confusing, and getting answers to any questions can leave you dizzy in the insurance company phone tree. While it can be exhausting to understand, […]
Healing & Hope
By Alexander Germanis If there is one symbol that sums up the entire meaning of the Christmas season, it is that of a baby, wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger in the desert village of Bethlehem. The pure innocence of the Christ Child encapsulates all that is good, peaceful, and hopeful about […]
Understanding and Managing Myofascial Pain
Submitted by Vitality Physical Medicine Do you have pain symptoms that include: Aching, throbbing, tight, or stiff muscle pain? Trigger points (small knots in your muscles that hurt when they are touched) Sore, tender muscles Weak muscles Reduced range of motion You may be experiencing myofascial pain. This type of pain is very […]
Myths vs. Facts: Dispelling Common Misconceptions About Hearing and Hearing Aids
By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Hearing is a vital sense that enriches our lives and connects us to the world and people around us. Unfortunately, misconceptions about hearing loss and hearing aids persist, leading to misunderstandings and even reluctance to seek help when hearing issues arise. In this article, we’ll debunk some of the most […]
Frequently Asked Questions: Fertility and Reproductive Health
AN EXPERT LOOK AT HEALTH FOR COUPLES HOPING TO CONCEIVE Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Kourtney Kardashian. Paris Hilton. Chrissy Teigen. All A-list women who’ve been open about their fertility and pregnancy journeys. While their stories are shared on a larger platform, these experiences are not unique to celebrities. In fact, new data […]
I Hear You. “I Know What Keeps You Up at Night.”
By Heidi Huiskamp Collins, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC You might already work with a financial advisor. He or she might have rolled over your 401(k), sold you an annuity, or maybe set up a college savings plan for your children or grandchildren. I bet they make sure you get your […]
The Gut, Decision-Making, and Emotions
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Some speak about trusting their gut for decision-making. This suggests making a decision in a reflexive manner, choosing what “feels” right rather than making decisions in a considered, deliberative way. Researchers have found people are happier making decisions […]
Thankful not ThankFULL
Submitted by the Peoria City/County Health Department Fall and winter are a time for cozying up and celebrating with friends and family. While there are a variety of holidays around this time of year there is one thing they all have in common. FOOD! So let’s dig in to learn how we can remain […]