The New Battle Against Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Part 1
By Alexander Germanis There’s an old saying: “Cut off the head to cure the headache.” In other words, sometimes the method employed to solve a problem is far worse than the problem itself. One would think in medicine there would definitely be more logical methods applied than simply permanently removing whatever ails you, regardless of […]
Sunscreen: One Summer Staple to Keep in the Winter
By Amy Kennard We all do it. As soon as that first chill hits the air, we pack away our shorts, tank tops, and swimsuits in favor of jeans, sweaters, and winter coats. There’s one thing you’re packing away that you shouldn’t — your sunscreen. That’s right. Just because the temperatures change doesn’t mean you’re […]
15 Tips to Prevent Holiday Overeating
By Michelle May, M.D. Do you anticipate the holidays but dread the “inevitable” holiday overeating? Do your holiday events revolve around eating more than the meaning, people, presents, decorations, or travel? These 15 holiday eating tips will help you enjoy the season more while eating less. It’s easier to get distracted from signals of physical hunger and satiety at […]
Stocking Stuffers to Smile About
By Thomas Hall, DMD and Sara Rauen Dardis, DDS, Pediatric Smiles of Bloomington Tis the season for holiday shopping and stocking stuffing! Most parents don’t want their kids to have a stocking full of candy, but it can be a challenge to come up with small, inexpensive things that kids will be excited to receive […]
‘Tis NOT the Season to Bring Home a New Pet
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store People often give pets as gifts for the holidays. Whether it is a kitten, a puppy, or a parrot, gifting an animal is often viewed as the perfect “wow” gift for kids. However, it is not something that you should do without very careful […]
Bone up on the Most Important Gift
Submitted by Elizabeth Madlem, APN, The Bone Health Clinic at Millennium Pain Center The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, celebrate life, to be grateful, and reflect on what’s important. While the focus often tends to be on giving gifts, is there any gift more valuable than the gift […]
New Dental Implant Allows Eating an Apple Before Leaving the Office!
By Jeffrey Jones, DDS People want things done right now! I know I do. Can you blame us? It doesn’t matter if it’s checking out at the grocery store or going to a doctor. Everyone wants speed and convenience. The dentist and dental implants are no different, and now a new game-changing generation of dental […]
Seniors and Stress Management Techniques for a Healthy Holiday
Submitted by The Village at Mercy Creek Stress. It’s a fact of life. No matter your age, there will be times when life feels overwhelming. As we get older, coping with stress actually becomes more difficult because the way our bodies handle stress changes over time. This change in our natural response to stress can […]
Time to Take Time: Spiritual Self-Care During the Holiday Season
By Rev. Bonnie Crosier, OM, Chaplain at the Community Cancer Center This is the time of year when stress, anxiety, and emotions often kick into high gear, despite the best intentions. This holiday time of love and giving can get lost in the business of shopping, events, and connection with loved ones. It’s even more […]
The Hidden Dangers of Untreated Varicose Veins
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, Wright, and Ward, The Vein Specialists, LLC Varicose veins occur when the veins close to the surface of your skin become enlarged and twisted. Often blue or purple in appearance, any vein can become varicose. However, the veins in your legs are the ones most commonly affected. Varicose veins […]