Support Is Care
The Case for Cancer Care That Treats the Whole Person For anyone who hears the words “you have cancer,” the experience for them and their loved ones can be overwhelming. A cancer diagnosis and treatment can disrupt nearly every part of life for both the person living with cancer and their family and close […]
See What’s Fresh at the Peoria RiverFront Market
Bright and early every Saturday morning all summer long, downtown Peoria comes alive at the Peoria RiverFront Market! Stroll along Peoria’s beautiful Riverfront and discover fresh, locally grown produce, mouth watering foods, beautiful handcrafted art, and whimsical creations you won’t find anywhere else. Lively music, friendly faces, and unique entertainment make the market a favorite […]
Mobility The Missing Link in Modern Fitness
By Mike Hintz, Absolute Fitness If someone works out consistently, pushes hard in training and eats healthy, shouldn’t that be enough to be moving better with less aches and pains? We often see people get stronger, yet also tighter and stiffer. They improve their conditioning, but become more broken. There’s a missing piece… MOBILITY. […]
Mental Health is Health It’s Time We Act Like It
By Alexander Germanis Whether we openly acknowledge it or not, a stigma around mental health still exists. For some, struggles with anxiety, depression, or emotional overwhelm are seen as a sign of weakness. Others dismiss mental health concerns altogether, believing they are exaggerated or not “real” in the same way as physical illness. These […]
Travel and Your Health Insurance
Are You Prepared? Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD Benefits Summer is a season many people look forward to all year—filled with family vacations, road trips, and outdoor activities. While planning the fun parts of summer is exciting, it’s also wise to take a few minutes to review your health insurance coverage before you […]
May Day Tradition Provides a Powerful Reminder
A Story of Love and Laughter Over 60 Years By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group May Day traditions have many forms and meanings, but for my husband Robert’s parents, Bill and Rosie, it was a simple way to have fun and inject a little laughter into their daily lives. As a young child, Robert […]
Graceful Aging Starts on Your Plate
Submitted by The Carriages of Bloomington Aging gracefully isn’t just about exercise or skincare—it begins on the plate. What we eat profoundly affects our energy, cognitive function, bone strength, and overall wellbeing. By making intentional, nutritious choices, older adults can enjoy a higher quality of life and even reduce the risk of chronic illnesses. […]
Master of One
Specialties & Specialty Medicine By Alexander Germanis My wife pretty consistently chides me for having too many interests and stretching myself too thin when it comes to learning new skills. I will admit that while trying to learn a lot of things is an admirable pursuit, it does all but prevent me from […]
The World Inside Your Mouth
How Mouth Microbes Affect Your Health There’s much more to your mouth than your teeth, gums, and tongue. Your mouth also contains billions of tiny critters that can only be seen with a microscope. These are called microbes. Together, all the microbes living in your mouth are known as the oral microbiome. Scientists believe […]
The Five-Year Clock No One Sees Coming
Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary® President of The Whisler Agency, Peoria IL. Most people believe they will “figure out long-term care if it happens.” The problem is that by the time it happens, many of the best options are already gone. We all know that nursing home care is expensive. […]