Can Hearing Aids Connect to My Smartphone? What Does That Mean for Me?
By Margaret Christiansen, AuD, Audiology Consultants As technology has advanced in hearing aids, it is becoming increasing common for hearing aids to have the ability to wirelessly connect to smart phones. Options are available that allow both iPhone and Android users the ability to connect to their hearing aids, often without the need for any […]
Flex Your Brain
By Alexander Germanis As we age, the fight to stay fit and strong can certainly get harder and harder, but it also becomes more and more vital. Not engaging in regular physical activity can lead to muscle atrophy, or the loss of muscle tissue, in as little as three days. A workout regimen and proper […]
Cancer Doesn’t Take a Break and You Shouldn’t Either—Cancer Screening Is Still Important
Did you postpone or cancel a screening for breast, lung, or colorectal cancer during 2020? Well, it is now 2021 and we would like to remind you to get your screenings up to date. Talk to your healthcare provider about scheduling a screening today, they can discuss factors such as your family history, risk factors […]
Childhood Trauma and How It Shows Up in Your Adult Life
By Shane Young, MA, LPC, Chapin & Russell Associates Many of us are exposed to trauma during our lives, whether we experience it first-hand or witness a frightening event. It is common for people who live through trauma—such as a natural disaster, car accident, physical assault, mass shooting, or even a global pandemic—to develop trauma […]
Seasonal Immune Recovery
By Bill Kalman, Pharmacist/Owner Essential Wellness Pharmacy This time of year, and in this pandemic, illness is quite common place. We have learned the many tips and tricks to support our immune system before we get sick with lifestyle, diet, and supplements that can support our immune system, but what can be done to help […]
A Closer Look at Women and Girls With Bleeding Disorders
Jasmine sat in the doctor’s office, thinking about what a journey this had been. She had been seen by so many specialists over the years. Three months after her first period, she soaked through her clothes at school despite wearing a pad and a tampon. She went to the school nurse and complained of a […]
Plastic Surgery: When To Take the Leap
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery As we age, our thoughts, feelings, and opinions start to change. Things that we never considered in our twenties may now be in the forefront of our mind. If you have recently been considering plastic surgery, but aren’t sure if it’s the right thing for you, read on for […]
How To Read and Understand Pet Food Labels
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Pet food labels are confusing. They are hard to understand, include all kinds of unfamiliar terms, and can often be misleading to make it seem like a food is “all-natural” or “holistic” when, in fact, it is highly processed, contains low quality ingredients, and […]
The Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy
By Don Thorpe, LMT, Aches Away Massage Specialists Infrared light is the invisible part of the sun’s spectrum that has the ability to penetrate human tissue. It is felt as warmth on the skin. Unlike the dangerous UV rays of the sun, infrared light waves are beneficial. In fact, infrared light is used to keep […]
The Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy
By Don Thorpe, LMT, Aches Away Massage Specialists Infrared light is the invisible part of the sun’s spectrum that has the ability to penetrate human tissue. It is felt as warmth on the skin. Unlike the dangerous UV rays of the sun, infrared light waves are beneficial. In fact, infrared light is used to keep […]