Archive for Health & Wellness
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Surrounded by Friends
Information from Friendship Manor In the 14 years that Myrtie has lived at Friendship Manor, she’s made many friends. Her secret? Just visit with everybody! Myrtie served on Friendship Manor’s welcome committee for many years and would lead by example and encourage residents to talk with ever...
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The Wisdom of Age
No matter your age, may you feel the wisdom of the words below... By Mary Schricker Gemberling As 2018 draws to a close it’s that time again to reflect on what was and think about what’s to come. With age comes the wisdom to see the blessings in one’s life. I often think about the old saying...
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How to Choose the Right Yogurt
By Lauren Zust, RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 332-8496 1037 Dietitian1@hy-vee.com Learn the different types and make an informed choice that works for you Remember when shopping for yogurt was as simple as choosing a flavor you like? Now there’s Greek, Icelandic, full-fat, organic,...
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Ask the Audiologist
By Katie Oestreich, Au.D., CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Question: What are some questions I should ask before purchasing hearing aids? Answer: When you are diagnosed with a hearing loss, you are bound to have many questions running through your mind. What caused my hearing loss? Will it eve...
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Pneumonia and Your Mouth
Carole Ferch, RDH, I-Smile Silver Coordinator Scott County Health Department How much do you know about pneumonia? If you have ever suffered from pneumonia, you know how miserable you feel and how hard it can be to overcome, especially as we age. According to the American Lung Association, pneumo...
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Friends of CASI Annual Campaign
By Laura L. Kopp, MS CASI President/CEO “There are big ships and small ships. But the best ship of all is friendship.” - Author Unknown For the Center for Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) our “Friend-ships” are the ves...
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Five Winter Health Tips for Older Adults
It’s a time for sharing, reflection, and appreciation as people are reminded of the importance of family and friends and the true meaning of giving. By Sheila Mooney Community Relations Director Milestone’s Area Agency on Aging Winter is upon us, and as the temperatures drop, it can become m...
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Your Advocacy
By Jamie Long GolderCare Solutions Founder and Lead Patient Advocate Ready for the New Year Each New Year brings an opportunity to start fresh...to resolve to change and improve something in our lives. Most Americans make some form of New Year’s resolution. Most resolutions are health-relate...
