Dry Eye Disease—Treat the Cause, Not the Symptoms—Part 2
By Alexander Germanis Nearly every summer in Central Illinois we experience drought conditions. Weeks pass with little to no rain and the grass in the area starts to wither, turn brown, and ceases to grow. The temporary fix for dried grass is, of course, to get out the hose or the sprinkler. However, without significant […]
End-of-the-Year Money Moves—Some Things You Might Consider Before Saying Goodbye to 2020
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group The Chinese refer to 2020 as the year of the rat. I’ve heard many here in the U.S. refer to 2020 as the year of the dumpster fire. Personally, I try to make the best of any situation, and I recommend the same for my clients. That includes looking […]
Living the Spirit of Christmas
By Alexander Germanis Over 2000 years ago, a very special baby was born into this world—a child whose life would influence and change the course of history. Every December 25th, this birth—the birth of Jesus Christ—is celebrated the world over. Although young Jesus was protected, raised, and taught by loving parents, not all children experience […]
What You Need to Know to Prepare for a Low Blood Sugar Emergency
When Alejandra Marquez was 12 years old, she suddenly started to scream during an otherwise typical Sunday church service. There was a loud buzzing that only she could hear, and she soon began to have trouble standing. “It sounded like a mosquito loudly humming in my ear,” Marquez said. “It was a terrifying first episode, […]
Neurotherapy—Why You Need It Right Now!
By Shane Young, M.A., NCC, LPC Undeniably, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruption in our lives and dysregulation in our brains. I am doubtful that anyone reading this article has not been affected by the outbreak in one way or another. Whether it’s contracting the COVID-19 virus or suffering indirectly such as: being cooped up […]
World Thrombosis Day
The CDC estimates up to 90,000 people experience a blood clot in the legs or lungs annually. Blood clots in the legs are known as DVTs or deep vein thromboses. If a piece of a DVT breaks off and travels to the lungs, it becomes a PE or pulmonary embolism. Blood clots are more common […]
Wearing a mask all day? Why wear it all night? You may have options.
A large majority of adults and children in every region of the country now wear masks at school, in stores, during business hours, and even on the home front. According to a Pew Research Center survey, 85 percent of adults in the United States say they have worn their mask all or most of the […]
Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
As a parent or other caregiver, you can do a lot to help your child reach and maintain a healthy weight. Staying active and consuming healthy foods and beverages are important for your child’s well-being. You can take an active role in helping your child—and your whole family—learn habits that may improve health. How can […]
Improve Heart Health With Daily Nutrition
From a Refrigerator Staple Add 100 percent orange juice to family recipes and routines. Taking care of your heart requires a commitment to the right routines and smart decisions, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Simple ingredients already in your kitchen may offer powerful protection to keep your heart healthy. For example, more than […]
Masks, Hearing, and Hearing Aids—Oh My! How Facemasks Can Reduce Communication.
By Kevin Kock, AuD, Audiology Consultants Since the start of COVID, many patients and families have been saying the same thing: “I cannot understand you with that mask on!” As a licensed audiologist, my response is that masks cover up visual cues (i.e. reading lips or facial expressions) that some people rely on. Not only […]