Archive for Health & Wellness
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The Changing Face of Hunger – CASI Launches a Senior Emergency Food Pantry
By Kathy Horrell CASI Director of Senior Services When you think about hunger in America, the first images that come to mind are those of children and families. But the face of hunger is changing. Seniors are now the fastest growing food insecure population in the country. According to Feedin...
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Your Advocacy
By Jamie Long the “Passionate Patient Advocate” GolderCare Solutions Avoiding the Worst Mistake When Mom Needs Long-Term Care Q: What’s the worst mistake you can make when Mom needs long-term care? A: Trusting the long-term care system. Trusting the long-term care...
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“I Still Have this Life Insurance Bill…”
By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor Over the years I’ve often heard comments or questions from retirees about life insurance. Do we need to continue paying premiums for life insurance? During our working lifetime we carried life insurance to pro...
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Add Variety and Health to your Grilled Entrees!
By Krystle Hergert, RD, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian (563) 243-6162 | hkearney@hy-vee.com We are a few months into grilling season – a great time to add variety to your grilling adventures beyond traditional hamburger and hot dog options! While we all love those summer favorites, it can be...
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Ask the Audiologist
By Margaret Christiansen, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Why can I hear people are speaking but not understand what they are saying? What can I do? You are not alone in this complaint. It is one that we hear frequently and can often be explained by common changes that happen in our hearing...
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Join Elevate Aging Statewide Conversations August 4
By Peggy Dykes Community Relations Director Milestone’ Area Agency on Aging “Join the Conversation” aims to continue a statewide discussion about issues like the changing dynamics between generations... Iowans are living longer than ever before, with one out of every five residents now...
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Ella’s Kitchen
I had a reader inquiring as to the recipe for Shepard’s Pie. He had read David Deuth’s article in the June issue about memories and the aroma of his Grandma’s Shepherd pie. He was sure he could smell the aroma of the pie; his mouth was watering. I asked if David’s mother would share, and she...
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Fire up the Flavor with Grilled Fruits and Vegetables!
Grilling enhances the sweetness in both fruits and vegetables. By Ben Baudler, RDN, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 243-6162 hkearney@hy-vee.com It’s grilling season! What better way to fill half of your plate with fruits and veggies than to take advantage of the season. Gr...
