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Why is Your Bad Mood Not Going Away?
By Shane Young, MA, LCPC, Chapin & Russell Associates – Neurotherapy Institute of Central Illinois Audio-Visual Entrainment (AVE) is an innovative therapeutic modality that

Summer Skin Care: Your Guide to Healthy Skin in the Sun
By Colleen Silva, MD, Springfield Clinic Peoria Allen As the days lengthen and temperatures rise, it’s time to embrace the joys of summer. However,

Effective Connections for a Lifetime: 9 Things a Man Should Know
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates The following are some tips for men to

Think Outside (No Box Required)
There are so many opportunities to explore, learn, and have fun in the outdoors. The only thing missing is you. By Scott Fishel As

Indulge Taste Buds With Better-for-You Snacks
The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of when or

Alzheimer’s: Are You Prepared?
By Beth Cooper Ingle, Certified Senior Advisor(R) Summer is a great time to visit relatives. The next time you have an extended family gathering;

5 Clues It’s Time to See a Board-Certified Allergist
By Dr. Penelope Ewbank, Springfield Clinic Peoria Allergy & Asthma As the trees bloom and the grass grows, many of us brace for the

Your Host in Healthcare
On many extended sojourns away from home, most people typically engage in two experiences: eating out and staying at a hotel. Both the restaurant business

National Groundwater Awareness Week
Submitted by the Peoria City/County Health Department Groundwater Awareness week occurs March 10th through March 16th in 2024, and during this time it is

How to Find Your Next Home
Regardless of what time of life you’re in, looking for a new place to live can be complicated. When raising a family, you need to

Eating vs. Smoking Similarities & Differences
Submitted by nuEra Today’s cannabis industry has progressed significantly from the days of unregulated flower cultivation and homemade edibles. Modern dispensaries offer a wide

Navigating Life With the Blood Experts
Since the Bleeding & Clotting Disorders Institute was founded in 2010, over 7,000 individuals have received comprehensive care for bleeding, blood clotting or other blood

What Are Terpenes
Submitted by nuEra Terpenes, often overshadowed by cannabinoids like THC and CBD in cannabis, are aromatic compounds that significantly influence the sensory and therapeutic

Dizziness and Balance
Submitted by Peoria ENT The body maintains balance with sensory information from three systems—vision, somatosensory/proprioception (muscles and joints), and vestibular (inner ear). Damage or

What Medications Are Used to Treat ADHD?
Medication won’t “cure” ADHD. But it can help improve focus, attention, and impulse control. If you or your child has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you

Where It All Began: Serving for Forty Years (1974–2024)
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates This year marks the 50th anniversary of Christian

Setting Healthy and Achievable Goals in 2024
By TJ Martin Setting healthy goals is essential for personal growth and development. As we move into the year of 2024, it’s crucial to

Neurological Benefits of Aerobic Exercise
By Ted Chapin, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Board Certified in Neurotherapy Clients with significant and unresolved cognitive, emotional, and