Archive for Health & Wellness
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Computer Screens and Visual Fatigue Syndrome (VFS)
By Michael Hittenmiller, O.D. Eye Surgeons Associates The increased use of computers and laptops in the workplace and at home has created greater demand on your vision. A study done by Essilor USA, a lens manufacturer, in 2004 found that 1,000 respondents 25 years and older averaged between six...
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March is National Parenting Awareness Month
By Elyse Mumford Child Abuse Council Intern University of Northern Iowa March is the National Parenting Awareness Month, although very few people are aware of this. The goal is to make society aware of the role that parents play in shaping their children. When one first hears this, the first t...
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What is new in hearing aids? A trend…
By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC Oh my, hearing aids have come a long way! About 85 years ago, people walked around carrying a bullhorn to help them hear. These captured some sounds…as long as they were loud enough to begin with! About 70 years ago, people used body-a...
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Ask the Audiologist: Can wearing a hearing aid cause more hearing loss?
By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. This is a common question posed by concerned hearing aid users. We are all told that exposure to excessive amounts of noise can lead to hearing loss. Rest assured that appropriately fit hearing aids will not lead to further heari...
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National Frozen Foods Month
By Molly Muchow RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 359-9323 mmuchow@hy-vee.com March marks National Frozen Foods Month, a good time to explore new ways to use the healthy, convenient foods found in the freezer aisle at the grocery store. Get Started: Be Freezer-Meal Savvy • Pla...
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Music and the Mind – Playing a musical instrument is healthy for your brain
Mastering a Musical Instrument For Your Health Are you into music? Have you thought about learning to play a musical instrument? There are many advantages associated with learning to play different kinds of musical instruments. Not only are there physical advantages, but they can also give you a...
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NEWS FOR YOU….from the Iowa Department of Transportation
By Debra Carney Driver License Supervisor, Office of Driver Services Davenport, Iowa Driving Retirement At some point in the future, you may decide to hang up your keys. How will you know? Is that one of those things you just decide it’s time? Or will a family member, health care professi...
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National Sweet Potato Month
By Janet Macon MS, RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 324-9948 jmacon@hy-vee.com February marks National Sweet Potato Month; enjoy these super spud ideas from your Hy-Vee dietitians. Select and store sweet potatoes • For the best flavor, choose sweet potatoes that are firm and do ...
