Mythbusters: Financial Myths Exposed!
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Everybody knows that the color red will cause a bull to charge, right? That’s why matadors are always waving a red cape in a bull fighting ring, right? Wrong! This widely accepted “truth” was debunked in a television show called Mythbusters! In an episode that featured a host entering a […]
Healthful Holiday Indulgences
By Jackie Pope-Ganser, Programming Director, Welbrook at Bloomington Senior Living With the holiday season and cooler weather upon us, our natural instincts of baking begin to take over. It is the time of the year where we pull out our best decadent, signature baked-goods recipes — many that have been passed down through generations — […]
Experience Required Changing the Face of Dentistry Part 4
By Alexander Germanis Anyone who has looked for a job is probably very familiar with the two main criteria with which employers are concerned: schooling and experience. A degree in the required field and a minimum number of years working in that field are nearly always the foremost — or at the very least among […]
Traffic Jam of the Immune System Treating Lymphedema Part 1
By Alexander Germanis Transportation and logistics make up a major part of most nations’ infrastructures. Whether during times of war or peace, the ability to transport goods and people is paramount to saving or maintaining a civilization. What happens when part of that system breaks down or simply gets a little clogged? Anyone who has […]
The Hero Discount on LASIK Part 2
By Alexander Germanis It has been said there are two types of people: those who run away from danger and those who run toward it. The few brave souls who abandon their own safety for the welfare of others are those we call heroes. It is difficult for heroes to run toward danger, however, when […]
A Thanksgiving Feast for Your Dog
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Thanksgiving is a holiday most famous for the abundance of food and the traditional dishes made especially for the annual feast. So, it is no wonder that you will be greeted with sad and wanting eyes from your dog when you sit for your […]
Varicose Veins and Men An Ignored Medical Problem
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, Wright, and Ward, The Vein Specialists, LLC Varicose veins are seen by many people as a female health problem. More specifically, people consider varicose veins to be a cosmetic issue that affects older women. This view is false. Varicose veins can develop at any age, and they are an […]
Caregiving for the Cancer Patient
Submitted by the Community Cancer Center The role of the “cancer patient caregiver” is extensive and includes spouses, family members, friends, and professional healthcare workers who care for the patient on a daily basis. Many caregivers experience stressful times, as they seek to minister to the physical, emotional, and even spiritual needs of their loved […]
Era of Dental Reconstruction Changing the Face of Dentistry Part 3
By Alexander Germanis Following any great disaster, whether it is a tornado, a fire, or an all-out war, there comes a time of restoration. In fact, immediately following the devastation of the American Civil War came a period actually known as the Reconstruction Era. We have an inner need for things to be whole or […]
Giving Back to the Community
By Becky Wiese For a small business to prosper, it must have local customers — that’s a given. But, successfully carving out a niche in your own community, serving your neighbors, investing in your town and its people reaps incredible rewards. One of the most important aspects of creating a successful small business is building […]