Community Health Care Clinic Saving Our Health Care Dollars
By Angie McLaughlin, Community Health Care Clinic Everyone has insurance because of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), otherwise known as “ObamaCare,” right? Wrong. Ah, but Federal reforms of “ObamaCare” will fix things and then everyone will have access to healthcare, right? Wrong again. Despite what goes on in Washington D.C., there will always be individuals […]
Vulnerability The Key to Emotional Intimacy
By Gregory J. Skibinski, Executive Director, Agape Counseling Ltd. When I meet with a couple for the first time, they often inform me that the reason they are in my office is for communication issues in their relationship. When I ask them to tell me more about their relationship, the common response is that they […]
Mind and Body Fitness?
By Dafne Greene, Program Manager, Advocate BroMenn Health & Fitness Center Many people who want to get into shape do not realize there is more to fitness than well-toned muscles. There’s no shortage of exercise regimens that only promote the improvement of the body or the idea of fitness as part of a weight loss […]
Investigation and Discovery Troubleshooting Migraines Part 5
By Alexander Germanis There is a reason why television crime shows like NCIS or Law & Order are so popular. The process of investigation and subsequent discovery in every show speak to the explorer in all of us. Many doctors are also extremely familiar with investigative work. Like their crime-fighting equivalents, physicians feel the thrill […]
Don’t Ignore Varicose Vein Disease
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, Benson, and Wright, The Vein Specialists, LLC Ignored and untreated varicose vein disease can lead to serious complications when it is allowed to continue over time. Venous reflux, associated with varicose vein disease, can result in increasing symptoms such as aching legs, pain, and swelling because of the increasing […]
Why Orthotics Can Help You Run Better (and Faster!)
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates I often get asked by patients (and the parents of my pediatric patients!) if there is anything that can help performance, especially in relation to how fast or “good” someone can run. I have a simple answer for them. It all comes down to the […]
TMD The Great Imposter
Submitted by, J. Todd Gray, DDS, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders What if one day you notice that you can’t open your mouth wide enough to eat a club sandwich? Or you find yourself taking medication far too often for a recurring headache and stiff shoulders? Or don’t enjoy eating certain foods because it hurts […]
The Color of Money
By Dennis Kagel Chartered Financial Consultant Experience tells me that some people operate under the erroneous assumption that a successful financial future requires numerous financial plans/strategies and that constant monitoring and adjustments need to be made. The longer I’m in the business, the more I realize that logic and simplicity may be what works best […]
Does It Work?
By Bryce Paschold, DPM, Orthopedic & Sports Enhancement Center Are you skeptical when a new “improved” device or some “amazing” new technology hits the streets? These are natural thoughts until there is valid, reliable evidence showing that a new procedure or product does indeed produce the desired result. When it comes to pain or injury […]
Sustainable Living and Wellness
By Katie Cevaal, Illinois Wesleyan University Environmental Studies Major and Ecology Action Center Intern There is a strong connection between human and environmental health. According to the World Health Organization, health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Achieving this state requires basic conditions including clean air, clean water, nutritious and safe […]