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Printing 3D Hearts to Save Lives and OSF Healthcare Innovation Center Program

We live in a three-dimensional world — a world of height, width, and depth. Our lives do not exist on a two-dimensional plane. Even a child knows holding a three-dimensional object leads to a better understanding of that object — an understanding that cannot be matched by looking at pictures in a book. It is […]

Advanced Arterial Procedures Preserve Limbs and Hope at CTET

By Benjamin Goodin Aggressive below-the-knee arterial intervention has the capability of saving limbs. Not only does arterial intervention help a patient avoid prosthesis, but it has been clearly shown that leg amputations are associated with shortened life expectancy. At the very least, amputation robs the patients of the independence. Limb loss makes getting around more […]

Nutrition for the Modern Condition

There are many nutritional products on the market, and it can be a confusing process to make a decision. Luckily, in Bettendorf, Iowa, we have VIM Today, LLC. VIM stands for vitality, integrity, motivation, and that is the philosophy of local owners and creators Lynette and Les Pritchard. Lynette has been in the wellness industry […]

Facing the World

By Lori Lovely Our faces present an introduction to the world, providing a first impression and a glimpse of who we are, so we want to look our best when meeting people. We want to be ourselves, just a better version, with a natural look that doesn’t reveal our improvement secrets. That’s what The Facial […]

MyoTech Integrative Health Center Treating More Than Just Teeth…

Our Mission Progress is all about change, and change is all about challenge. Those who do not rise to the challenge remain where they are. We at MyoTech have dedicated ourselves to looking at the whole person, not just the teeth. We have invested heavily in many forms of study, training, and equipment to ensure […]

On Life’s Journey with Living By Your Design

Life is often considered a journey, with many paths from which to choose. But as we age, that journey can become more difficult and direction is hard to find. Some of us find ourselves alone on the journey, unsure of which path to take or whom to turn to for guidance. Living by Your Design […]

Reflections: Growing Their Family

By Benjamin Goodin Jenifer Stanberry is a very busy person. As the director of the new Pekin location of the Villas at Holly Brook, the reason for her busyness is well understood. The new facility itself is one of a kind, housing one of the only state-licensed memory care unit in the Pekin area. Reflections […]

Weight, What? Weight Management at The Group?

Submitted by Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialists, The Group The Group has long been known as the premier provider of women’s health services in the Quad Cities, but did you know we also offer weight management? You’ve trusted us with your annual exams, your infertility, your pregnancies, and the transition to menopause, now trust that we […]