Archive for Health & Wellness
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For the Kids
By David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home Something significant happens at our house in April each year: Our daughter, Maddy, has a birthday. And this year she’ll be 21! Like every parent, we’re very grateful for our kids and the joy they’ve brought to our lives. ...
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Downsizing 101
By Mary Huebbe Marketing Consultant Ridgecrest Village Ridgecrest Village just had its second annual Downsizing Seminar with Dr. Jill Bjerke. The program was wonderful for anyone, but I especially enjoyed it. It doesn’t matter what age you are, we can all learn a valuable lesson from her. ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
It is finally Spring after our long, cold winter. A helpful hint on how to remove permanent marker came across desk the other day. Thought I would share it with you. Enjoy spring, trying new recipes and recreating old ones! Ella [Ella can be contacted at ellaweeza@yahoo.com or Ella – 50+ Lifes...
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Ask the Audiologist – Is My Hearing Normal for My Age?
By Rachel F. King, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Most of us know that as we age, it is likely that many of our senses will deteriorate, including our hearing. Hearing loss has been associated with old age for many years, but this isn’t always the case. There are many causes of hearing los...
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Chlamydia – “Silent” yet Dangerous – April is “STDs Education & Awareness Month”
By Julie Suchanek, MBA, MT (ASCP) Metropolitan Medical Laboratory, PLC The most frequently reported bacterial sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the United States is chlamydia, which is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Who is at Risk for Chlamydia? Any sexually active person can be i...
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Frozen Food Finds
By Brittany Fowler, RD, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (309) 792-0200 March is Frozen Food Month, and the freezer aisles in your favorite grocery store are just the place to find nutrient-dense foods. Many people are surprised to learn that frozen fruits and vegetables can be just as nutriti...
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Beyond Stranger Danger
By Holly Luttenegger, MA Forensic Interviewer & Community Educator Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center, Muscatine, IA Child Abuse Council When speaking with parents about how to protect their children from sexual perpetrators, I often hear comments about teaching children not to talk t...
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Ask the Audiologist
By Margaret Christiansen, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. I’m careful to protect my hearing when around loud sounds. Do I have to worry about my hearing aid being too loud and causing hearing loss? That is a great question, and I’m glad to hear you are thinking about your hearing healt...
