Most of us have been there. You have hours ahead of you on the road and from the backseat all you can hear is, “Are we there yet?” This year, instead of loading the kids up on packaged snacks with…
Players competing in the 2024 Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS visited the Memorial Wellness Center this week to learn tips to make healthier choices on the road. “Life on the road can be a barrier to a healthy routine,”…
Glowing sparklers, massive booms from afar and collective “oohs” and “ahhs” are familiar sights and sounds this time of year. Yes, the Fourth of July will soon be upon us. And once again, Memorial Health hospitals are preparing for an…
The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS, a PGA TOUR-sanctioned event on the Korn Ferry Tour, will take place June 24 – 30, at Panther Creek Country Club in Springfield, Illinois. This is the fourth year Memorial Health has been the…
Cicadas may appear gross to some people, but the emerging insects are harmless to humans and even considered a delicacy for adventurous eaters. They won’t bite, sting or spread disease, and they aren’t venomous or poisonous. “Some cultures consider cicadas…
When extreme heat hits, spending time in air conditioning is a welcome reprieve. But for those who work outside or in hot environments, heat is an occupational danger. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, exposure to…
Hydration is key to staying healthy during this summer’s extreme temperatures caused by a “Heat Dome” over much of the United States. “These high temperatures create dangerous conditions for children and adults alike,” said Anna Richie, MD, and clinical director…
A fresh veggie a day may keep the doctor away! Volunteers at Taylorville Memorial Hospital have planted and harvested more than 100 pounds of fresh produce this summer, which they donated to the Taylorville Food Pantry. When the harvest becomes…
Matt Cruise, 19, has loved playing baseball for as long as he can remember. Fortunately, a devastating line drive to the head will not bench the pitcher indefinitely, thanks to a quick response on the field at Robin Roberts Stadium…
Children who have sensory disorders want to enjoy summer fun, too, and it’s important to ensure they are as comfortable as possible and engaged. “Children who have sensory disorders want to fully experience activities alongside their peers and with proper…