Helping People Build Healthy, Happy Lives
By Joan Hartman, CEO, Center for Human Services It is estimated that one in five adults and children live with a mental health issue. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for children aged 10–14 and gun violence has surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death in children and teens in […]
What’s All the Hype About Dental Implants?
By Emil M. Verban, Jr., DDS, McLean County Dental Dentures and dental bridges are both life changing options for many people. They make it easier for those with missing teeth to smile, eat, and speak. But dentists and patients alike are raving about another option: dental implants. Dental implants have many advantages over traditional tooth […]
The Truth About Skin Care
By Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows In today’s world of non-stop information overload, it can be difficult to know what’s true and what’s not. When it comes to skincare, there are many inaccurate beliefs. Following are a few of the most common along with the facts you need to know. The higher the SPF, […]
Looking for Good in a Bad Situation
By Danielle King, MA, NCC, LPC, EMDR Trained Therapist. The Mental Wellness Center We tend to not be the best at identifying our true feelings. When asked about our feelings, most people will usually say they feel: bad, sad, mad, good, or fine. But underneath “good, bad, sad, mad, or fine” are many words that […]
Is There a Doctor in the House?
By Amy Kennard You’d think having two doctors for parents and growing up in a hospital environment would automatically land you in medical school—and you’re right—kind of. Dr. Beth Nielsen (Beth) is a pulmonary/critical care physician and locum tenens physician. A locum, or locum tenens, is someone who travels to different hospitals to temporarily fill […]
Safe Teen Driving: Parents Are the Key
Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm Earning a driver’s license has long been a rite of passage for teens—a huge step toward more freedom and independence. However, for parents, the prospect of their child having control of a 2000-pound moving hunk of metal is likely to cause sleepless nights, anxiety, stress, and even a bit […]
Smooth Skin for Summer
By Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows Now that summer is officially here, one item on the grooming “to-do” list is waxing. Waxing is one of the more popular and effective means of removing unwanted hair on various parts of the body. Wax is applied and then quickly pulled away, and the unwanted hair comes […]
Is Your Jaw Giving You a Headache?
Submitted by Todd Gray, DDS, D.ASBA, Koala Center for Sleep & TMJ Disorders If you have a headache, your first reaction may be the medicine cabinet for pain relief or a visit to the doctor. However, if the problem persists it might be something you should mention to your dentist as the cause may actually […]
The Essence of Home: The People Who Make the Difference
By Alexander Germanis The most important aspect—the essence—of any experience is found in the interactions and personal lives of the people involved. People are, therefore, the essence of any city, village, or town. People can essentially make or break a senior living community. Evergreen Place Assisted Living and Evergreen Village Supportive Living are nothing without […]
Overcoming Roadblocks to Healthy Eating
Submitted by Carriage Crossing of Bloomington Everyone knows that it’s important to eat healthy foods. Healthy eating can help you lose or maintain weight, feel better overall, and possibly decrease your chances of getting certain diseases. Making smart food choices is important at any age. But eating healthy can often be difficult, especially for older […]