It was not much more than a year ago that then-Captain Scherle was living in rural Ontario as a member of the elite Canadian Special Operations Regiment (CSOR); flying from one (frequently c...
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Medicare. The impact of the Affordable Care Act has already been positive for millions of Americans on Medicare. Part of the act requires coverage for a slew of preventive annual care, inclu...
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There are several senior-housing options, but which one is right for you or your loved one? Assisted living? Memory care? Independent living? Skilled nursing facility? And out of the numerou...
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Oftentimes patients and their families are reluctant to discuss hospice care with the physician when confronted with the diagnosis of a terminal illness. Hospice is not giving up on life and...
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Chuck and Jeannette King were married December 25, 1943. For 56 years they have overcome many of life’s challenges. On May 23, 2000, both of their lives would be transformed in a way they ...
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Southwest Missouri is privileged to be served by two high quality hospital systems. Both hospitals have received numerous awards and recognitions for their technology and expertise, supporte...
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In today’s society, Americans are living considerably longer and more active lives. Unfortunately, with this longevity comes intensification of all the trials and tribulations associated w...
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How could anything like this happen to anyone so young? At the age of 56, I found myself with a pain in the neck. Literally, my neck was killing me. It was mid-August when I found myself in ...
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As you get older, there are many things you should consider to age gracefully and healthfully. Whether you are turning 40 or 65, it’s never too early to start the process of healthy aging....
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As human beings living in this unique and crazy world, we often look for relativity—common interests that bonds us together. One of the few relative things in this world is food. Who can f...
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