Patrick Guinn doesn’t get stressed about much, but his wife Carrie does – especially when it comes to his health. They have been married for 28 years and tend to finish each other’s sentences. “She worries enough for both of…
For more than 17 years, Linda Johnson-Kabisch has made pulmonary rehab an important part of her life. Since she retired from teaching in 2001, she’s attended 1,700 sessions of rehab—something she credits with helping her maintain an active lifestyle. “Having…
A woman faces a deluge of decisions when she learns she’s expecting a baby, and deciding what and how to feed the baby is one of the biggies. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be breastfed exclusively for…
When the dizziness began, Ron Beck, 75, thought it was related to his surgery to remove a cancerous kidney. But when his head continued to feel “full,” his balance remained off, and he couldn’t drive or even ride comfortably in…
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…
You and your newborn are returning home, but how do you introduce him or her to your pet? A new arrival is an exciting time for all members of the family, but it’s best to make the transition as easy…
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,…
What will you do upon retirement? The average American retires at age 62, and it’s often a time to look forward to relaxation and doing things you enjoy. It’s also an opportunity to focus on your health and wellness. Recommendations…
Jodie Tate may not seem like your typical cardiac rehab patient at Passavant Area Hospital (PAH), but the 43-year-old Virginia native appreciates the confidence booster after suffering a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) last November. Seemingly healthy women in their…
Even an experienced mother can feel unsure of herself and her body in the wake of delivering twins. Stephanie Yingling found herself in that indefinable mental and physical space between elation and exhaustion following the birth, via scheduled C-section, of…