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 […]
You’ve Lost the Weight — Now What?
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery We have all heard countless success stories about friends, family members, and even total strangers who have lost significant amounts of weight. Maybe it’s even you who has dropped 100 pounds or more, either strictly by diet and exercise or interventional methods such as bariatric surgery. While either of […]
Heartburn Can Be Serious!
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center Heartburn is a common problem for many people. If you’ve ever experienced heartburn, you are familiar with the “burning” sensation in the chest that may also spread to the throat, leaving an unpleasant, sour taste. Heartburn is often triggered by eating a large meal or food that is greasy or […]
What You Need to Know About Cancers of the Head and Neck
By Mary Kay Holloway RDN CSO LDN, Dietitian at the Community Cancer Center April is the month for building awareness for a variety of issues. For instance, April is awareness month for alcohol, autism, multiple births. When it comes to cancer, April is the month for Awareness for Head and Neck Cancer. According to the […]
Colon Cancer The 80 Percent by 2018 Initiative
Submitted by Becky Powell MS, RN, AOCN Health Educator at the Community Cancer Center Have you heard of the 80 percent by 2018 initiative? Chances are, probably not. The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable created the “80 percent by 2018” initiative to rally organizations across the country to help eliminate colorectal cancer as a major public […]
What Is Assisted Living?
By Holly Wayland-Hall, Meadows at Mercy Creek Assisted living is a residential option for older adults offering supportive amenities, services, and care. Assisted living communities have staff available 24/7 to assist with care, safety, and support. Assisted living may be part of a retirement community offering other levels of care, or it may stand alone […]
Steps to Keep Your Feet Looking and Feeling Their Youngest
Submitted by Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates You exercise regularly, eat well, maintain an active lifestyle, and take your medications as prescribed every day. You’re doing everything you can to age gracefully and beautifully, but are you overlooking an aspect of self-care that’s fundamental to overall good health — your feet? By the time you’re […]
Price Checking Medical Services — The New Reality in Health Care
By Becky Wiese Price checking and comparison shopping makes sense for small and big ticket items — we want to get the best value at the lowest price. It’s why we scour the weekly grocery ads, visit several automotive dealers when we’re car shopping, and watch for sales on washers and dryers. We are still […]
The Alexander Technique — A Unique Way to Feel Better
By Wes Howard, M.A., AmSAT As children, we all have a natural ease and lightness of movement, but over time, we slowly lose this wonderful poise. Hours of computer and cell phone use, repetitive work habits, and sedentary tasks can cause people to develop poor habits of movement and posture conditions. Over time, these habits […]