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Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
What Is Sleep? Sleep was long considered just a block of time when your brain and body shut down. Thanks to sleep research studies done
Stay Active As You Age No Gym Required
Submitted by Friendship Manor According to Ann Austin, Board President of Friendship Manor, “It is common knowledge that it’s important for seniors to remain
Recognizing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Understanding The Importance Of Local, Preventative Screenings Submitted by Mississippi Valley Endoscopy Center As 2024 calendars fill with birthdays, vacations, weddings, and more,
Overcoming Spasticity After a Stroke or TBI
Submitted by Vitality Physical Medicine Following a stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI), individuals often face a significant challenge: spasticity. This condition involves involuntary
Dejunking Your Diet The Drawbacks of Ultra-Processed Foods
Eating healthy isn’t always easy. Expert-recommended diets often emphasize fresh, whole foods and home-cooked meals. But that can be expensive and time-consuming. Highly processed foods
Understanding and Managing Spasticity
Submitted by Vitality Physical Medicine As we navigate the journey of aging, our bodies undergo various changes, and health concerns become increasingly prevalent. One
Evolution in Hearing Aid Technology
By Shelby Garrison, AuD Over the past decade, the landscape of hearing aid technology has undergone a remarkable transformation, revolutionizing the way individuals with
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
Ouch, That Hurts! The Science of Pain
Information from NIH-National Library of Medicine Almost all of us have experienced pain of some kind. It’s the most common reason why people seek
What Should I Look for When Purchasing New Hearing Aids?
By Laura Schroeder, AuD The idea of purchasing hearing aids can seem daunting, especially for first-time users. There are so many options available! How
Are You Up for a “No Spend Challenge?”
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC I know, I know. It’s January and all those holiday purchases that seemed
Feel Your Best in the New Year
How to Take Control of Your Gut Health Submitted by Mississippi Valley Endoscopy Center New year, new you! Many people use January as
Caring for the Whole Person
Mind • Body • Spirit By Alexander Germanis From elementary biology to high school anatomy class, to everyday life experiences, it is self-evident we human
Understanding the Five Stages of Grief
By TJ Martin Grief is a universal human experience, and it can be a challenging and often overwhelming journey. Whether you’re mourning the loss
Understanding Hearing Loss
What Causes It and If I Have Hearing Loss Will It Get Worse? By Ali Carmichael, Au.D. For most people hearing loss is a
Take Advantage of Pomegranate Season
As the busyness of the holiday season kicks into high gear, it’s also the peak of the season for pomegranates. Pomegranates are the perfect way
Less Pain, Faster Recovery
Quad Cities’ Top Experts Transform Total Joint Surgery Utilizing Mako SmartRobotics™ Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center When patients move easier, with less
Understanding and Managing Myofascial Pain
Submitted by Vitality Physical Medicine Do you have pain symptoms that include: Aching, throbbing, tight, or stiff muscle pain? Trigger points (small knots in