OSF Cancer Center Provides Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care Close to Home
By Lisa Coon, OSF HealthCare When Nina Sharp was diagnosed with breast cancer she took comfort knowing the medical care she needed was close to home. The new OSF Cancer Center on the campus of OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington is a short drive from her home in Carlock. At 68 years […]
“No More Stretch IRA? Try This!”
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC Last month’s column was devoted to describing the consequences of late 2019’s SECURE (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement) Act’s impact on the widely-used legacy-giving vehicle known as “Stretch IRAs.” Prior to January 1, 2020, a Stretch IRA came into being when an […]
Do I Really Need To Have My Hearing Tested Every Year or Two?
By Heather Sandy, MA, CCC-A One of the most common conditions affecting older adults is age-related hearing loss. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports approximately one in three people in the United States between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss often occurs slowly over time and may be […]
Medicare: The 5-Part Saga A Deep Dive Into Medicare (Mini-Series)
By Derek Brawner, Health Alliance We know Medicare can be confusing—we’re here for you. Health AllianceTM is excited to announce that we’re presenting a new five-part mini-series on Medicare, its various parts, and what you need to know to get the coverage that’s best for you. Every year during the Annual Enrollment Period or AEP […]
Stepping into a Pain Free Life—Quad Cities Resident’s First Surgery Utilizes Cutting Edge Technology
Quad Cities resident Donna Honold had never even had stitches before her recent knee replacement, which was her very first surgery ever. To say she was nervous would be an understatement. “With it being my first surgery, I didn’t know what to expect,” Donna said. “I was apprehensive, and now I have absolutely no regrets.” […]
How Does CBD Work?
Submitted by Jack Davis, owner of Your CBD Store – Peoria IL If you missed last month’s article, here are some quick facts about what CBD is: CBD is a cannabinoid Your body produces its own cannabinoids Anandamide is one cannabinoid made by your body Your body has an endocannabinoid system THC and CBD are […]
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Sexual abuse and sexual assault essentially refer to the same behaviors. However, sexual abuse is often used to refer to sexual behavior against a child by a much older child, adolescent, or adult. Sexual assault is often used to […]
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Sexual abuse and sexual assault essentially refer to the same behaviors. However, sexual abuse is often used to refer to sexual behavior against a child by a much older child, adolescent, or adult. Sexual assault is often used to […]
Families & Serious Illness
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook Do you regularly provide care to a family member, neighbor, or friend with a serious illness? Do you help them with tasks like grocery shopping, cleaning their home, or getting dressed? Do you need information about providing this care or a short break from doing it? If you answered […]
Step Back Into the Daylight
By Alexander Germanis When the morning breaks, it brings with it all the hopes and potential of a new day. This is true, at least, for those who awake after a night of restful sleep or for whom the bright light of day does not trigger splitting headaches. For those who suffer from temporomandibular joint […]