Archive for Health & Wellness
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Ella’s Kitchen
October’s cool, crisp days call for autumn comfort foods. Enjoy these encore appearances by some of our favorite Fall recipes. Have a great October! -Ella ...
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Breast Cancer Risk Awareness
By D. Aanestad, MD, FACS Davenport Surgical Group October is breast cancer awareness month. This month, many people wear a pink ribbon in support of a loved one battling the disease. Others may be reminded to schedule their annual mammogram or visit their doctor for a checkup. This month also prov...
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Your Advocacy
By Jessie Thompson GolderCare Solutions How to Advocate for Your Parent with the Doctor We have all heard of parents and children trading places in regards to daily needs and care. As our parent or other loved ones age we are called upon more and more to assist with their needs. The care that w...
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Trick or Treat? Give Me Something Good to Eat!
By Hannah Eddy, MA, RDN, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 391-0213 Halloween is just around the corner and soon the goblins will be knocking at the door. With the chance to dress up in costumes and stock up on sweets, Halloween is the highlight of the year for many kids — from toddlers t...
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Ask the Audiologist
By Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Common Misconceptions about hearing aids... and the actual truth 1.) Hearing aids will make my hearing “normal” again like glasses make vision 20/20. Vision issues of near- or far-sightedness are caused by an incorrectly formed l...
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Frequently Asked Dental Questions
By Carole Ferch, RDH I-Smile Silver Coordinator Scott County Health Department Why does my dentist need to know my medical history? Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body and certain diseases, like diabetes, can affect your teeth and gums. Likewise, diseases in your mouth, such as gi...
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September 2017 Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Are you or someone you know a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s? Free educational classes are being offered for people with dementia, their families, and those who professionally serve them. Get support from ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
Will we have an early frost or an extended summer hot spell? September meals can include cool salads, refreshing sorbets, or homemade breads and hot and hearty comfort food! - Ella Raspberry Sorbet with Lime Basil (credit to Laura Fornari, executive sous chef at DePauw University) 2 ...
