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What You Need To Know About Heel Pain
Very common in adults and on the rise in children, heel pain continues to be the number one reason patients seek care from foot and
Are You a Totally Fit Runner?
By Mike Hintz, Absolute Fitness Would you like to improve your one mile, 5k, 10k, half-marathon or marathon time by running less? It starts with focusing
The Wisdom of Preparedness
By Alexander Germanis In ancient Greece, the storyteller Aesop told a fable of a wise, industrious, hardworking ant and the ant’s neighbor: the frolicking, carefree
Choosing a Plastic Surgeon
Submitted by Springfield Clinic Choosing a plastic surgeon can be a very difficult decision. Finding someone who is board certified by the American Board of
What Is an Allergy and How Is It Treated?
Submitted by Peoria ENT Allergy causes are all around us. They can include airborne allergens (such as mold, pollen, animal dander, or dust mites), foods
Lead Poisoning Prevention
By Dawn Giovanetto When you think about hazards to children in your home, you may think of steep stairs or open outlets. Not many people
A Bright Spot in Health Care
Out on Route 91, tucked away on the back side of the OSF Center for Health, is the Center for Health Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC
WOW! ADA CELEBRATION & RESOURCE FAIR
The Greater Peoria Mass Transit District (GPMTD) is excited to announce that it is hosting its inaugural WOW! ADA CELEBRATION & RESOURCE FAIR on Tuesday,
LET’S GET FYZICAL Evaluating Fall Risk
Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in an emergency room for a fall-related injury. If you or someone you know suffers from dizziness
Breastfeeding Support It Takes a Village
By Lisha Streitmatter, CLC, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, Peoria City/County Health Department As a mother of five and having four very different breastfeeding journeys with them,
Standing Strong
By Alexander Germanis As spring turns to summer, the cities and countryside finalize their transitions from the dull palette of winter to the healthy hues
Nutrition for Older Adults
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook What Is Nutrition and Why Is It Important for Older Adults? Nutrition is about eating a healthy and balanced
Parental Alienation Syndrome
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates There are times in psychotherapy we work with a
Robotic Surgery in Peoria
Submitted by Springfield Clinic Peoria The surgeons at Springfield Clinic Peoria offer a full range of robotic surgical treatment options. Hernias of the groin, diaphragm,
The Fountain of Health
By Alexander Germanis Centuries ago, the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León searched for a rumored spring called the Fountain of Youth. He was neither
The Reemergence of Primary Care
Submitted by Solvera Health It’s not news that our healthcare system in the U.S. has become quite complicated, bureaucratic, and expensive. With insurance premiums constantly
Get to the Grill for Fresh, Homemade Flavor
Once the weather warms and the patio beckons, it’s time to break out the grill for home-cooked meals in the great outdoors. When your family
Preventing Childhood Lead Poisoning—Seven Facts You Need to Know About Lead-Based Paint
By David Chovancek, Peoria City/County Health Department 1. The History of Lead-based Paint Lead has been used in construction since ancient times due to its