Archive for January, 2014
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Using Your Fireplace Safely
Information from University of Illinois Extension One of the joys of the fall and winter season is curling up in front of a warm fireplace. Proper fireplace use and maintenance, along with a commitment to safety, will keep the enjoyment from turning into tragedy. "Before building your first ...
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January Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: 2208 E. 52nd...
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Simplify Your Life by De-Cluttering
Information from University of Illinois Extension Do any of these statements sound familiar? • I'm afraid I'll need something right after I get rid of it. • I can't get rid of this because it's special. • I can never find anything after I put it away. • I want le...
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PACT (Parenting All Children Together)
By Marisa Bloom Families Program Assistant Iowa State University Extension and Outreach On January 9, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Scott County will sponsor the parent education and support program PACT (Parenting All Children Together) for an eight week series. The program is...
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Hyperthyroidism and Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
By Julie Suchanek, MBA, MT (ASCP) Metropolitan Medical Laboratory, PLC January is Thyroid Disease Awareness Month Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck – just below your “Adam’s apple.” Although it weighs less than an ounce, the thyroid gland has a...
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Health Minute With CASI
How much do you know about Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease? By Michelle Migliore, RN/Administrator Jane’s Place at CASI Every 68 seconds in the United States, a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a terminal illness. There is no cure. There are severa...
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Ella’s Kitchen
A new year is starting. Maybe you overate in the sweets or rich food departments and now feel the need for simpler, less caloric foods. Just don’t cut all of the goodies out that you have had for the last few weeks. Your body will revolt if you don’t still have a few sweets – just in moderatio...
