The Power of Relationships to Help Grow Healthy People
By Rachel Smith, ARNP, Weight Management at The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists Studies have shown that we tend to change our habits to reflect those of our friends, colleagues, and family members. So, when our social networks are healthier, making healthy nutritional choices and engaging in active lifestyles, we tend to be healthier as […]
Getting the Most Out of Your Doctors Visit
By Greta Nelson RN — Good Samaritan Society Services at Home Have you ever found yourself leaving the doctor’s office or hospital with more questions or doubts than you had when you went in? Maybe you were in for a quick visit for yourself or a loved one, or maybe you had an extended stay […]
On a Mission to move you. ORA Orthopedics Opens Advanced Quad City Orthopedic and Physical Therapy Clinic
All-American Heptathlete Cole Connell, 20, a St. Ambrose University Fighting Bee sophomore, is pursuing his dream to become a champion on the podium, despite debilitating shin injuries that threatened to derail his promising track career. Cole’s world-class dreams take world-class injury treatment, and he has found a winning team of orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists […]
The Royal Flush Cleansing The Colon
By Lynette Pritchard, VIM Today Dirty topic, I know, but, necessary to discuss. As a Colon Hydro Therapist and teacher of cleansing protocols, I can personally attest to the difficulty that people have in even mentioning bowel movements. It has always been interesting to me how separate people feel from the normal process of elimination. […]
What Have You Got to Lose?
By Rachel Smith, ARNP, Weight Management at The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists Already planning for swimsuit weather? Perhaps you just completed your annual check-up with your physician and received some worrying health news. Just as there are many different motivations for weight loss, there are many different methods for determining body fat and the […]
Act F.A.S.T. When Someone Is Having a Stroke
By Lauren Livingston, Communications Director, American Heart Association May is American Stroke Month. Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the number-five cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Anyone can have a stroke anytime, so it’s important that everyone […]
If You Suffer From Shoulder Pain That’s Limiting Your Mobility, Consider Outpatient Surgery for a Quick and Effective Rec
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center A minor fall on a carpeted surface isn’t a big deal for most people. They just brush themselves off and stand back up. But for Donald “Don” Johnson, a facilities manager at a Quad-Cities manufacturing plant, falling down in a movie theater the day after Christmas left him in […]
Dental Implants: Are They Right for You?
By Robert L. Byrum DDS, PC, Pleasant Valley Dentistry A smile says a lot about you. It can say even more when you are missing teeth. One option is dental implants, which are artificial root replacements we build upon to create the feel, function, and look of natural, healthy teeth. Dental implants are mostly used […]
National Osteoporosis Month Bone Up on the Facts
Submitted by Genesis Imaging Center What do you know about Osteoporosis? You’ve probably never considered bone loss and how it could affect your daily routine. National Osteoporosis Month is the perfect time for you to bone up on your bone health. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes the bones to become […]
Hearing Health Q & A
By Ellen Verlo, M.A., CCC-A, Audiologist, Audiology Consultants, PC Q: I think I need a hearing aid. What are the steps in purchasing a hearing aid? A: Congratulations, you have made a very important decision. There are several steps required to take once you decide to purchase hearing aids. Step 1, Contact an Audiologist — […]