After a factory accident more than twenty years ago and the debilitating back pain that followed, Mark Bridges became more dependent than he wanted on a cycle of prescription pain medication. When he became a grandpa, he set a goal…
Approximately 38 million Americans use marijuana, and you may be surprised to learn that thousands of marijuana-related emergency visits occur in the United States each year. Although a fatal overdose is unlikely, over-ingestion of marijuana is possible, especially if you’re…
‘Tis the season to get engaged! Eight of the most popular days to pop the question happen between the Christmas holiday season and Valentine’s Day. But if you are not careful, the big reveal may result in a trip to…
The Poison Control Center now offers the public an online option – webPOISONCONTROL – a web-based triage tool to guide people who may have been exposed to a poisonous substance through a series of questions to determine toxicity and recommended…
You might exercise to lose weight or prevent heart disease, but did you know that exercise can also help to reduce your risk of certain types of cancer? “Regular exercise is beneficial to your overall health. It reduces inflammation and…
Botox is commonly thought of as a beauty enhancer to ease wrinkles or plump lips. Kristy Icenogle sings its praises for a whole different reason – migraine relief. The 55-year-old Virginia native receives Botox treatments for her chronic migraines, and…
“You know, it was a pleasure to come to treatment after I saw how the staff treat me, how friendly they were to me … I actually looked forward to coming here every day.” Retired farmer, bear hunter and baking…
“I think a positive attitude, along with treatment, is the key to success.” Bernetta “Bernie” Hoagland has no time for cancer. Nonetheless, a cancer diagnosis has a way of causing the busiest person to pause. “When you first hear that…
Hearing a song can trigger a memory or a feeling, and it can even provide motivation. If you have attended a sports event then you know that music helps to encourage the players and the fans. The tempo of the…
Early in Rachel Kesler’s pregnancy, her physicians discovered that Rachel’s kidneys were beginning to fail. Kidney disease had been present but undetected until she began regular appointments and pregnancy testing. Jeffrey Olejnik, MD, at the SIU Center for Women’s Health,…