Spinal Cord Stimulation: A Three-Phase Fight Against Chronic Pain
Submitted by: Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Nearly one in five people worldwide suffer from moderate to severe chronic pain. It strikes individuals differently and sometimes builds gradually. Before you know it, weeks turn to months, and you’re forced miss out on the things that brought you joy—shutting out friends and family, missing time with your […]
Coping With Social Distancing
By Kris Garrison, LivWell CARES With “Shelter-In-Place” and social distancing orders in place nationwide as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, everyone is starting to suffer from social isolation. However, seniors are hit hardest by these safety measures. According to AARP, older people and people with underlying health conditions appear to be about twice as […]
Our Most Important Defense Against COVID-19—Finding HOPE Through Scientific Evidence
Commentary by T. Colin Campbell, PhD Unless any of us have been living under a rock, we all know the formidable price we are paying for the COVID-19 pandemic and its social and economic consequences. Although details are still evolving, we can agree that this is a dark time. But, as a researcher with a […]
Let’s Talk About What Keeps You up at Night
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC You might already work with a financial advisor. He or she might have rolled over your 401(k), sold you an annuity, or maybe set up a college savings plan for your children or grandchildren. I bet they make sure you get your statements on […]
Are You at Risk of Becoming an Elder Orphan?
By Kris Garrison, LivWell CARES It’s a term you’ll be hearing in the years to come, especially as the first wave of Baby Boomers turn 80 over the next 10 years. People 80 and over are most likely to need long-term care as they age. Currently one in four Baby Boomers is at risk of […]
Top 5 Reasons to See an Audiologist
By Emily Steffel, AuD, Audiology Consultants You have noticed difficulty hearing, understanding speech, or following the flow of conversation and/or find yourself mentally exhausted at the end of the day. You no longer enjoy social events, make excuses to avoid going out, feel like you are sometimes looking in on your life from the outside, […]
Colonoscopy: Early Detection That Can Be Life-Altering
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Endoscopy Center and Gastrointestinal Clinic of the Quad Cities Two women. Two mothers. Two families. Two cancer diagnoses. Two lives saved due to early detection. Carla and Linda both walked into Mississippi Valley Surgery Center and Endoscopy Center, located at 5041 Utica Ridge Road, Suite 200, in Davenport, Iowa, for routine […]
Changing Your Habits for Better Health
Are you thinking about being more active? Have you been trying to cut back on less healthy foods? Are you starting to eat better and move more but having a hard time sticking with these changes? Old habits die hard. Changing your habits is a process that involves several stages. Sometimes it takes a while […]
The Four Pillars of Planning for Retirement
By Marcie Durian, Senior Resource Specialist, LivWell Seniors In partnership with Aleeza Singh, Senior Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management There are many factors to consider when planning for your retirement or taking on caregiving responsibilities for a loved one. Throughout 2020 LivWell Seniors will be featuring a “Pillars of Planning” series in Healthy Cells […]
How to Find the Right Dog for Your Family
Adding a four-legged friend to the family is no small decision, and it’s easy to get distracted by sweet eyes pleading to be taken home. Becoming a dog parent is a major commitment, so it’s important to do your research and make well-informed choices before deciding on a new dog. No matter what stage of […]