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Earwax
Why Do We Have It? Why Do We Need It? How Do I Clean My Ears? By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Cerumen is commonly known
Communication and Education: A Patient’s Guide To Outpatient Procedures
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Scheduling, planning, and preparing for a surgical procedure can be nerve-wracking and intimidating. That’s true of simple procedures
The Downside of Debit Cards
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC You probably love your debit card. It’s convenient, accepted everywhere, helps keep your
3 Healthy Habits to Protect Your Skin
Is the first line of defense against the outside world, skin is the body’s largest organ and takes on an important role in maintaining overall
Can You Lengthen Your Life?
Researchers Explore How To Stay Healthy Longer Want the secret to living a longer and healthier life? Scientists have found ways to prolong the healthy
Staying Cool in a Hot World
By Sherry Gordon-Harris, Health Alliance I’ve always been a fan of Motown, or the Motown sound, a style of rhythm and blues music named after
Processed vs. Ultra-Processed Food and Why It Matters to Your Health
By American Heart Association News The difference between “processed” and “ultra-processed” foods might sound like an issue best left to linguists or hungry English teachers.
Autoimmune Diseases – What You Need to Know
Your immune system is supposed to keep you healthy. What happens when it turns against you? Autoimmune conditions can cause symptoms like pain and swelling
Dishing Out the Facts on Good Fats
For those seeking to be more health-conscious, the idea of eating nutritiously seems simple. However, understanding what’s truly “good for you” can sometimes be confusing.
Robotic Assistance in Orthopedic Surgery
By Alexander Germanis Science fiction has predicted many advances in technology: nuclear-powered submarines, hand-held computers, and even robotic surgical assistants. While surgery may not have
Signs of Hearing Loss in Children
By Kevin Kock, Au.D. Hearing loss can be a major issue for children, and it can significantly impact their development and quality of life. Because
MIGRAINE: What You Need to Know
Migraine is a neurological condition (meaning that it’s a disease of the nervous system) that is associated with severe headaches and other symptoms in the
Simple Screening, Saved Lives Recognizing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Endoscopy Center and Quad City Gastroenterology There are so many simple safety precautions we take in life. Things like wearing a
What Is Bluetooth, Anyway? And Why Would I Want It in My Hearing Aids?
By Laura Schroeder, Au.D., Audiology Consultants It seems that Bluetooth is everywhere these days, connecting electronic devices together somehow. The Bluetooth technology was named after
What the Secure Act 2.0 Means for Retirement Savers
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC The Secure Act 2.0, passed by Congress in late December 2022 and signed into
What Is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (or MS) is a chronic, often disabling disease that causes damage in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Symptoms may be
A Closer Look at MVSC’s Leading Female Physicians
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Throughout your life, it’s likely that you have received care from a handful of specialists—many of which are women.
Planning a Balanced, Plant-Based Diet for Kids
Caregivers who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or other plant-based diet may wonder whether it’s wise for their children to follow the same eating plan. A