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 […]
Alzheimer’s: Are You Prepared?
By Beth Cooper Ingle, Certified Senior Advisor(R) Summer is a great time to visit relatives. The next time you have an extended family gathering; look around the table at several generations eating and laughing, telling stories of the good old days, discussing the latest sports and political news, or disagreeing on the likeability of […]
5 Clues It’s Time to See a Board-Certified Allergist
By Dr. Penelope Ewbank, Springfield Clinic Peoria Allergy & Asthma As the trees bloom and the grass grows, many of us brace for the annual onset of spring allergy symptoms. While over-the-counter remedies and home adjustments might suffice, there are many times when they fall short. Here are five signs indicating it might be […]
Your Host in Healthcare
On many extended sojourns away from home, most people typically engage in two experiences: eating out and staying at a hotel. Both the restaurant business and the hotel industry are built on providing a service to their guests but, most importantly, they are committed to doing so with a degree of hospitality. This extension of […]
What the Heck Is the Saver’s Credit?
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC Formally known as the Retirement Savings Contribution Credit, the “saver’s credit” is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in the amount of taxes a moderate or lower-income consumer may owe just by saving funds for retirement. Financial types like to talk about tax deductions which are […]