Life Coach or Therapist?
By Tiffany Mitchell, Administrative Assistant at Agape Counseling, Ltd. Life can be challenging. Life can be tough. Many people are unhappy. They may need help dealing with their careers, personal relationships, self-esteem, or a multitude of other issues. It can be confusing to determine what sort of help you might need. People are often turning […]
Are You “Eyes Wise?”
Submitted by Eye Surgical Associates Anyone over the age of 40 should have a baseline comprehensive eye exam even if you do not have any vision problems. There are many early signs of eye diseases — including cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration — that often do not noticeably affect the vision until later […]
What Is A Cancer Survivor?
By Julia Sprinkle, BS, LPN, CCRP, Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology Associates The term survivor has been known to have several different meanings. When many people think of a cancer survivor they think of someone who has been treated for some form of cancer and are now in remission. In the past, a patient would be […]
Dermatology More Than Just Skin
Submitted by Doug Leone, MD, and Adrienne Schupbach, MD, Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Institute Most people know that dermatologists are the experts when it comes to skin problems, but did you know that they are also the specialist to see when it comes to concerns about your fingernails? In fact, according to the American Academy […]
Fight Anxiety with Exercise
By Matthew Wheet, CPT and Wellness Director, Westminster Village Anxiety disorder and depression can be a never-ending battle for some individuals. People suffering from anxiety or depression may have a difficult time with everyday life. Work, school, and even simple things like going to the grocery store can be a struggle. For some people, trying […]
Orthopedic & Sports Enhancement Center Pioneers in Sports Medicine
By Alexander Germanis Looking up at the grandest oak tree, it is often easy to forget the humble origins of such a tree lie in a single acorn. The oak is a perfect example of how even the simplest of starts can often be followed by steady growth, strength, and endurance. Our endeavors in life […]
Helping Children Control Their Emotions
By Marie Nebel-Schwalm, PhD Parenting is not easy, and parenting a child who struggles to regulate his or her emotions can be one of the more significant challenges for parents. Parents can become understandably frustrated and impatient when their child seems unable to control his or her emotions. Similarly, even if they cannot articulate it, […]
Power Through Your Day With Protein
By Dawn Blocklinger, RD, LDN, Hy-Vee Dietitian A typical day often includes a carb-heavy breakfast, a sandwich or salad at lunch, and an overly large serving of meat and protein for dinner. The majority of us tend to eat a lot of our protein during our evening meals instead of getting 25 to 30 grams […]
Teach a Man to Fish Part 4
By Alexander Germanis It has long been said: give a man a fish and you will feed him for a day; teach him how to fish and he will eat for a lifetime. What the saying does not take into account, however, is that it often takes time to teach someone a skill and requires […]
An Improved Colonoscopy Experience
Submitted by Digestive Disease Endoscopy Center When combining men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths, impacting more than 132,700 adults who are diagnosed with this devastating disease every year. However, it is extremely preventable if polyps that lead to the cancer are detected and […]