CIOS Expanding Their Continuity of Care
By Alexander Germanis Any trip to a so-called big box store or dealing with some faceless online company quickly proves one thing: the caring touch of customer service is non-existent in most places. Even when a beloved mom and pop restaurant begins to expand into franchises, the quality often suffers and the home-like feel is […]
What Do Your Eyes Say About You?
By Julie Payne, Eye Surgical Associates Your eyes tell a lot about you. They show emotion, your level of interest or understanding and unfortunately, they show age. As we age, the tone and shape of our eyelids can loosen and sag. Heredity and sun exposure also contribute to this process. This excess, puffy, or lax skin […]
November Is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
By Mary Kay Holloway, RDN, CSO, LDN at the Community Cancer Center Every day that I work, I am surrounded by people who are living with or treating some kind of cancer. As a board-certified oncology dietitian, my hope is to help them get the best nutrition possible as they try to manage the side […]
Disney, Your Way
By Amy Eicher, PTA, Central Illinois Institute of Balance Last year, over 20 million people took a trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. For many, a trip to the Disney parks is a once-in-a-lifetime experience — one that they will never forget. A lot of time, money, and effort are spent planning any […]
Breast Reconstruction Katie’s Story
By Becky Wiese Being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 28 was not on Katie’s radar. In fact, in May of 2011, she and her husband were facing questions caused by infertility when Katie found a lump in her right breast. A visit to her obstetrician resulted in a sonogram that showed no […]
GERD Awareness Week
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center It’s no coincidence that GERD awareness week takes place during the week of Thanksgiving. While most people associate Thanksgiving with feasting on turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie, this overindulgence is also responsible for an increase in heartburn, which is a primary symptom of GERD. GERD awareness week is […]
Holiday Tips for Healthy Teeth
Submitted by Pediatric Smiles of Bloomington Halloween marks the beginning of a two-month onslaught of sugary foods and drinks. In addition, the holiday season often means a change in routines and increased travel, which makes it challenging to keep up with good dental habits. To avoid starting off the New Year with a mouth full […]
Advantages of Dehydrated Pet Food
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store These days, many pet owners are switching to dehydrated food. Dehydrated pet foods offer all the advantages of raw without any of the negatives. Raw food is often the preferred diet choice for holistic veterinarians and pet owners. It is fresh, non-processed food that […]
OCD in Children — What to Look For
By Renae Miller, MS MFT, LCPC, Agape Counseling, Ltd. Parenting school-age children comes with many challenges, but when a parent suspects that their child may have anxiety or another mental health concern, it is even harder. Some research suggests that symptoms of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD) appear for the first time around age six, […]
All Breasts Are Not the Same
By Jeni Nenne, RT (R)(CV), OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center A recent U.S. study reveals that four in 10 cases of breast cancer in younger women can be blamed on high breast density. The results show that breast density is a much more important breast cancer risk factor to be aware of than a […]