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ADHD & Sleep Disorders—Is There a Connection?

By Todd Gray, DDS, D.ASBA, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders As parents get ready for a new school year, they want their child to get the best start possible—especially after the challenging 2020 school year. However, there is often some concern about learning and behavior issues that may have been noticed over the summer or […]

Mindfulness for Your Health—The Benefits of Living Moment by Moment

Submitted by Aches Away Paying attention to what’s going on right this second can be hard. We often spend more time thinking about what’s coming up in the future. Or dwelling on things in the past we can’t change. We can miss out on experiencing the present. It’s possible to train yourself to focus on […]

New Practice Features Familiar Faces

Have you heard about the new plastic surgeon in town? Probably not, mostly because he’s been an integral member of a well-respected and successful practice since 2004. However, Dr. Chad Tattini is excited to be serving patients with a new team at a new location at Plastic Surgery Associates, a combined practice of Dr. Chad […]

How To Help Manage Pet Separation Anxiety

For more than a year, working from home and keeping social circles small due to COVID-19 has meant people have been able to spend more time with their pets. However, as more Americans are vaccinated and restrictions loosen across the country, it’s likely many are spending less time at home with their pets. As a […]

Managing Post-COVID Syndrome

Submitted by Quad Cities Ketamine Clinic In some people who recover from COVID-19, lingering health problems can continue for many weeks after the virus is gone. There are many terms for these conditions, such as post-COVID syndrome, long-COVID or long-term COVID, however many of these people are now collectively known as long-haulers. In the studies […]

I’m Too Smart To Fall For a Scam

By Pam Atkinson M.S, Elm Haven Place Yes, you probably are, but can you control all aspects of your life that make you vulnerable to scammers? Scammers are not the greasy haired, beady-eyed sleezy person of our parents’ time. Actually, they are intelligent manipulators who use narcissistic behaviors, as well as knowledge gained in higher […]

4 Elements of a Strong Personal Injury Case in Illinois

Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm Though accidents happen every day, some are more severe than others. In most cases, common mistakes are waived by providing a simple apology. However, some incidents are caused by individuals who might not even be aware of how they contributed to your accident. Instances of negligence, though not intentional […]

Habit Change for the Life We Want Most

By Alison Pendergast, MA, NCC, LPC with Chapin & Russell Associates Have you ever made the decision to change a habit, whether it was starting an exercise routine or a new diet, only to start off strong and then have it all fall apart within a day or two? We have the very best intentions […]