Looking for Good in a Bad Situation
By Danielle King, MA, NCC, LPC, EMDR Trained Therapist. The Mental Wellness Center We tend to not be the best at identifying our true feelings. When asked about our feelings, most people will usually say they feel: bad, sad, mad, good, or fine. But underneath “good, bad, sad, mad, or fine” are many words that […]
Is There a Doctor in the House?
By Amy Kennard You’d think having two doctors for parents and growing up in a hospital environment would automatically land you in medical school—and you’re right—kind of. Dr. Beth Nielsen (Beth) is a pulmonary/critical care physician and locum tenens physician. A locum, or locum tenens, is someone who travels to different hospitals to temporarily fill […]
The Downside of Debit Cards
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC You probably love your debit card. It’s convenient, accepted everywhere, helps keep your spending in check (you can’t spend more than is in your account), there are no annual fees, and you can get cash back. What’s not to like? The majority of […]
Pain Management And Anesthesiology
Successful Outpatient Procedures Rely on Compassionate Care and Expertise Of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Anesthesia plays a crucial role in every outpatient surgery. While that may seem obvious, there’s more that goes into anesthesia than just putting a patient to sleep for a procedure. Certified registered nurse […]
3 Healthy Habits to Protect Your Skin
Is the first line of defense against the outside world, skin is the body’s largest organ and takes on an important role in maintaining overall health. While products like sunscreen and moisturizer can help skin thrive, healthy skin starts from within where food and beverage choices can play a key role. One example is grapes: […]
Can You Lengthen Your Life?
Researchers Explore How To Stay Healthy Longer Want the secret to living a longer and healthier life? Scientists have found ways to prolong the healthy lifespans of worms, mice, and even monkeys. Their work has revealed exciting new clues about the biology of aging. But solid evidence still shows that the best way to boost […]
Liberating Yourself From the Burden of Debt
By Tim Whisler, Whisler Agency It is an overwhelming feeling when looking at invoices and wondering how those bills are going to be paid. Looking at a loan statement and seeing an enormous figure can make you feel like you’ll never be able to pay it off. Debt is difficult to deal with. Debt causes […]
Motor Control: The Body-Brain Connection
Submitted by FYZICAL THERAPY & BALANCE CENTER Let’s start with a riddle: What do these four people have in common? A teenage football player sprained his ankle a week after returning to play after a concussion. 75-year-old grandmother with Parkinson’s disease tripped on an uneven sidewalk, fell, and broke her hip. 47-year-old construction worker […]
How Serious Are You About Fitness?
Discover the Benefits of a Personal Trainer By Mike Hintz, Absolute Fitness We understand that when we want things done right and to avoid costly mistakes, we need to seek the services of an expert in the appropriate field. For example, we choose an accountant for tax advice, hire a lawyer to oversee legal proceedings, […]
Providing Comprehensive Primary Care
No one wants to feel like they are just a number—especially when they have a medical or wellness concern. That is why Solvera Health is bringing hospitality to healthcare, treating each patient like a treasured guest who deserves personal attention. Serving patients in the Peoria, Galesburg, and Carbondale areas, the providers of Solvera Health deliver […]