Now there is a way for those who have been infected with and survived COVID-19 to help others who are hospitalized and fighting for their lives. The Central Illinois Community Blood Center coordinates plasma donations and offers a self-referral for…
Good health isn’t a result of just diet and exercise. Screening and prevention are two important aspects of health and wellness, right along with nutrition, physical activity and mental wellness. The routine care you receive with a primary care physician…
Forgiveness is an intentional decision to release feelings of resentment or anger toward someone who you believe to have done you wrong. Choosing to forgive others (and yourself) can be challenging, but learning how can benefit your mental wellness. “In…
The Golden Rule—treat others the way you would like to be treated—carries extra weight during the long months of this global pandemic when frustration and emotions run high. “Long periods of stress and anxiety like we’ve experienced in 2020 may…
An outpatient program at Decatur Memorial Hospital supports area seniors with individual and group therapy offered through teletherapy. “Our Senior Behavioral Health Outpatient Program is a great tool to help those who may be showing signs of depression during this…
Most Americans realize if you have contracted COVID-19, you may be isolated for at least 10 days, or if you’ve been exposed, you may be quarantined for 14 days. However, many are surprised to learn they will need to stay…
Many people put a squirt of soap in their hands first. But that’s not the first step. Reduce the spread of infection – especially during flu season – and follow these easy handwashing steps. Wet hands with clean, running water…
They are not a cure, but probiotics and prebiotics may lessen symptoms including gas, bloating, fatigue, skin conditions, diarrhea and constipation in people with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis. “Gut health may be off in people suffering from Crohn’s or ulcerative…
Christy Cutler’s heart attack symptoms at the office where she worked ended up leading to a breast cancer diagnosis in May 2018. The 39-year-old had experienced a tightening in her chest and a tingling sensation in her arm. Her boss…
When it comes to dramatic life events, divorce ranks near the top. Divorce and breakups can wreak emotional havoc for people prone to depression and negatively affect people who have never experienced bouts of depression before. “Take steps to prepare…