How Long Do Hearing Aids Last?
By Shelby Garrison, Au.D., Audiology Consultants If you or a loved one has hearing loss and uses hearing aids, you may be wondering how long they will last and what you can do to extend their lifespan. Hearing aids are an investment, and with proper care, they can last for several years. Here are […]
You May BE the Cure Someone Is Waiting for!
Submitted by BE THE MATCH Maureen Leuba’s journey battling Acute Myeloid Leukemia was a defining moment in her life. She is not alone. Every three minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with a blood cancer or other blood disease that requires a blood stem cell transplant to survive. Unfortunately, 70 percent of […]
SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH
A QUICK OVERVIEW By Jillian Stowe, Peoria City/County Health Department The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) initially launched National Preparedness Month (NPM) in 2004 with September as the chosen month to highlight the tragedies of September 11, 2001, as well as it being hurricane season. The primary goal of NPM is to raise awareness […]
Options for Your 401(k)
Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary® President of The Whisler Agency, Morton IL. When you leave an employer to pursue another job with a new company or you are embarking upon the path of retirement, you have options for your 401(k). Shortly after leaving that employer, you will receive a large […]
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Symptoms and Treatment
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Autism Spectrum Disorder is sometimes hard to diagnose. Many with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnoses today would have simply been thought of as “characters” or as “eccentric” in the past. Autism Spectrum Disorder refers to a pattern of social […]
Springfield Clinic’s New Ambulatory Surgery Center in Peoria
Easier access to surgical procedures is coming soon to the Peoria area. Springfield Clinic is proud to be launching the Springfield Clinic Peoria Surgery Center in late 2023, making many outpatient procedures and some procedures that require more recovery time more accessible in Peoria. “We are excited to be bringing this expansion of services to […]
Enjoy the Stability of Dental Implants
By Emil M. Verban, Jr., DDS Has your quality of life been affected by significant tooth loss? Do you find it difficult to chew food and speak with ease? Do you lack self-confidence because of the way your teeth look? There is no need to endure such discomfort any longer. We have the most […]
True Experience: Treating Spinal Disc Problems
By Alexander Germanis When someone is described as “the backbone of the operation,” it is meant as a compliment of the highest order. Without the hard work, reliability, and strength of that one person, the company, organization, or family would simply fail to function. The backbone, simply put, is essential. This metaphor is a […]
Should You Make Your Own Dog Food?
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Most people consider their pets to be part of the family. And as “pet parents” have realized the importance of making healthier food choices for themselves, they are wanting fresher, healthier, less processed food for their “furbabies” too. This is one reason why […]
Helping People Build Healthy, Happy Lives
By Joan Hartman, CEO, Center for Human Services It is estimated that one in five adults and children live with a mental health issue. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for children aged 10–14 and gun violence has surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death in children and teens in […]