Melanoma — McLean County Third in the State
By Becky Powell MS, RN, AOCN ; Health Educator, Community Cancer Center I think most people would be surprised to hear that of the 102 Counties in Illinois, McLean County ranked third in the state for melanoma of the skin with an incidence rate of 30.2 per 100,000 cases. By definition, an incidence rate is […]
Medical Breakthroughs in Leukemia Treatment
Submitted by Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology, LTD A revolutionary new treatment for relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) may soon be available. For decades, the only treatment for CLL was toxic chemotherapy that provided limited benefit. However, over the last 20 years, major strides have been made in the quest to develop a new treatment that […]
Foot Care Tips to Keep Vacationers On the Go
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Clothing, passport, toiletries, accessories — when you travel you have a lot of important items to fit into your suitcase. Two of the most essential ingredients in an enjoyable vacation don’t go in your luggage: your own feet. Whether you’re walking on a sandy beach or […]
Tips for Finding the Right Assisted Living Community
By Holly Hall, Senior Director of Marketing, Meadows Communities Today in the United States, nearly one million people enjoy the benefits of residing in a senior assisted living community. These residents chose senior living because, like you, they want to remain active and engaged, they value their independence, and they appreciate quality of life. With […]
Central Illinois Pride Health Center Why We Need It
By Len Meyer Over the last year, the same question has come up over and over: “why is a health center for the LGBTQ community necessary?” The assumption is that every person is already able to get the care they need. If you are one of the many people in the LGBTQ community, you know […]
Shoulder Pain
Submitted by McLean County Orthopedics The shoulder is the most movable joint in the body, which also makes it one of the most potentially unstable joints. As a result, it is the site of many common problems including sprains, strains, dislocations, separations, tendinitis, bursitis, torn rotator cuffs, frozen shoulder, fractures, and arthritis. To better understand […]
Benefits of Adopting an Older Pet
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Every day, in shelters all across the country, senior animals are passed over by prospective pet owners. Why? Some people are looking for the energy of a new puppy or feel older dogs offer families too little time. The truth is, providing a new […]
401(K) Withdrawals Beware of the Penalty Tax
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group You’ve probably heard that if you withdraw taxable amounts from your 401(k) or 403(b) plan before age 59½, you may be socked with a 10-percent early distribution penalty tax on top of the federal income taxes you’ll be required to pay. Did you know that the Internal Revenue Code […]
Sport Specialization Is It Worth the Risk?
By Bryce Paschold, DPM, Orthopedic & Sports Enhancement Center Recently, it has become quite popular for adolescents and even young children to focus on only one sport year-round. In the past, it was more popular for athletes to play multiple sports, focusing on a new sport each season, with the goal of playing as many […]
Dental Implant Maintenance Part 2
By Alexander Germanis Everything worth keeping over a long period of time requires some form of upkeep. Cars need regular oil changes, a home occasionally needs a new roof, and even relationships have need of communicative maintenance. Our teeth are, of course, no different. If we want them to last, we need to take care […]