Cardiac Thoracic & Endovascular Therapies, S.C. – Saving Your Circulation
By Alexander Germanis Nothing living can sustain itself without some system in place to transport nutrients. A city cannot subsist without a distribution of food to every household. The farms growing that food cannot thrive without delivery systems for water and fertilizer. And the human body cannot utilize the nutrients from that food or the […]
Things I Wish People Knew About ADHD
By Jessica Pippin, LCPC, NCC, Lead Clinician, Child & Adolescent Specialist Working with kids with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as well as being a mom to a child with ADHD allows you a window into some of the common stereotypes, statements, and general concerns that people have about the diagnosis. I’ve come to address […]
What Is IV Hydration Therapy?
By Michael Kittle, RN, Select Care PLLC You’ve probably been told many times that it’s important to stay hydrated as not getting enough fluids can cause all sorts of health problems. Staying hydrated usually means drinking plenty of water and other fluids. But now, hydration IV therapy offers a much better way to get your […]
Summer Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors
By Leah Wagner, MS, Wellness Director at Westminster Village Staying safe while you exercise outdoors is always important whether you have exercised for years or have not been active for a while. There are many benefits to exercising outside such as improves mood, lowers blood pressure, decreases stress, provides Vitamin D from the sun, improves […]
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 […]