Getting It Right the First Time
Submitted by Anjum Bashir, MD Many parents of school-aged children anticipate summer vacation with mixed feelings. There is the ideal vision of leisurely family time, children happily playing together, doing enriching activities, and discovering the joy in outdoor play. Then there is the reality of bickering children whining that “there’s nothing to do.” While all […]
Weight Loss Myths
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center “Lose 30 pounds in 30 days!” “Eat as much as you want, and still lose weight!” “Try the thigh buster, and lose inches fast!” I’m sure you’ve heard claims like these and perhaps have tried many of them yourself. While it’s tempting to believe that the latest pill or weight […]
Debt Reduction Strategies
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group To improve your financial situation, the first thing to consider is reducing your debt load. A number of strategies can be used to pay off debt. However, before starting any debt payoff strategy (or combination of strategies), be sure you understand the terms of your debts, including interest rates, […]
Excellence in Patient Care Promotes Practice Growth
By Becky Wiese Dr. Melissa Lockwood opened the doors of Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates (HFAA) almost eight years ago with the goal of providing comprehensive, compassionate podiatric care. She believed, and still believes, that the patient and doctor must work together as a team to obtain the most satisfying results. To that end, Dr. […]
Simple Steps for Proper Diagnoses Part 2
By Alexander Germanis Sir William Osler, a Canadian-born physician commonly referred to as “The Father of Modern Medicine,” is well known for having done a lot in his field. But perhaps the thing for which he is best known is something he said: “Listen to your patient; he is telling you the diagnosis.” Establishing the […]
Pastes, Strips, Trays, and Gels: Do Teeth Whiteners Really Work?
By Amy Kennard Teeth whitening products and procedures have become as prominent these days as the smiles on our faces. But which products are really the most effective, and which ones just take a bite out of your wallet? Brushing Your Way to Whiter Teeth? The most common teeth whitening products are over-the-counter (OTC) toothpastes […]
Fuel Your Activity With Carbohydrates!
By Stefanie Djuric and Dawn Blocklinger, Bloomington Hy-Vee Dietitians As the weather gets warmer, many of us head out to take part in local running or biking races or just to have some active fun on our own or with our families. To fuel up for these activities, it is important to eat foods that […]
Healing and Connecting Powers of Adult Coloring
By Jackie Pope-Ganser, Life Enrichment Director, Meadows at Mercy Creek It seems that no matter how technology advances us as a society, some things never go out of fashion. Adult coloring books are all the rage right now. Research shows that the therapeutic benefits of this activity can help generate wellness, spark creativity, encourage calmness, […]
Healing Haiti Part 1
By Alexander Germanis Taking things for granted is part of human nature. When we turn the knob on the faucet, we expect water to come out. When we adjust the thermostat, it is surmised that the furnace or central air will accommodate us. Similar feelings extend to expectations of healthcare. With the onset of a […]
Treatments for Heavy Vaginal Bleeding
Submitted by Brittany King, APN, WHNP, Advanced Women’s Healthcare Many women experience heavy bleeding both during and in between menstrual periods. Bleeding is considered abnormally heavy if it lasts longer than seven days per period or is so heavy that you have to change your pad or tampon nearly every hour. Untreated heavy bleeding can […]