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Thriving at Every Stage of Life
Submitted by Carriages of Bloomington September is Healthy Aging month, a time we can focus on what healthy aging actually entails. However, healthy aging is
Fall Medicare To-Do List: Review Your Annual Notice of Change
Submitted by Annette Morrison, M.S., CRS A/D, DCS, Older American’s Act Programs Supervisor Paula reviewed her new homeowner’s insurance policy with a magnifying glass. She
Do Varicose Veins Indicate Poor Health?
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, Grieco, and Couture, The Vein Specialists, LLC Many people think of varicose veins as a cosmetic issue—an unwanted sign
President Derrick Frazier — New OSF St. Joseph Medical Center President Confident OB Emergency Department Will Improve Care
By Colleen Reynolds, OSF HealthCare Derrick Frazier, the new president of OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, believes access to high-quality maternity care
The Art & Science of Brow Design
Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows The eyebrows may occupy a relatively small area of the face, but they have an extraordinary impact
When Eyelids Impact Dry Eye Comfort
Submitted by VisionPoint Eye Center As we age, many changes occur throughout the body — including around the eyes. While some people notice bags or
The Unsung Heroes of Oral Health
Submitted by Emil M. Verban, Jr., DDS, McLean County Dental When people think about a visit to the dentist, they often picture the dentist examining
Evenglow – Respecting the Elderly with Christian Values
By Alexander Germanis In Leviticus in the Old Testament, the Israelites were instructed of the Lord as to how to treat the elderly in their
When Life Demands More Than Basic Financial Advice
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Most people don’t wake up one morning thinking they need a different kind of financial advisor. Instead, it
Summer Injuries & Insurance
Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD Benefits Summer has a way of encouraging people to get outside, stay active, and pack more into each day.
Finding Peace in the Storm
A Psychological Perspective on Life’s Challenges By Kodjo Anahlui, Ph.D., Christian Psychological Associates Life unfolds in complex and often unpredictable ways. Across the
Mental Health is Health
It’s Time We Act Like It By Alexander Germanis Whether we openly acknowledge it or not, a stigma around mental health still exists. For
Weight Loss Medications & Insurance What You Need to Know
Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD Benefits Weight loss is a journey that millions of Americans undertake every year, and for some, lifestyle changes alone—like
A Smarter Way To Think About Sunscreen
Submitted by Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center Let’s be honest—most of us have heard the sunscreen message so many times that it’s easy to
5 Summer Habits That Harm Your Teeth
Submitted by Emil M. Verban, Jr., DDS, McLean County Dental Summer is a time for relaxing routines, family gatherings, vacations, and enjoying favorite seasonal
Summer Reset
Why longer days and a different rhythm of life make summer the perfect time to build healthier habits There’s something about summer that changes
Travel and Your Health Insurance
Are You Prepared? Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD Benefits Summer is a season many people look forward to all year—filled with family vacations,
May Day Tradition Provides a Powerful Reminder
A Story of Love and Laughter Over 60 Years By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group May Day traditions have many forms and meanings, but
