What if you could prevent a heart attack?
By Chris Valentine, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
During a recent presentation, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services CEO Margaret Sabin gave a wonderful analogy on the state of medicine in our country. “Imagine a large cliff,” says Sabin. […]
Know Your Retirement Income
By Kirk Sadilek, Principal National and Principal Life Financial Representative, Princor Registered Representative
You may not know how to retire, but that’s not surprising. You’ve never done it before. Although many things change in your lifestyle when you retire, one thing remains constant—you still need income. Where will the money come from? Your financial independence later depends on your actions now. […]
The Buddy System
Courtesy Mulkey Mason, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
How many of us remember as little children being told “hold my hand while we cross the street” or “don’t go out there all alone?” These words of advice will stay with us our entire lifetime. […]
Back to a Healthier Lifestyle
Balloon Kyphoplasty Procedure Offers Numerous Benefits and Relief for Patients with Fractured Vertebrae
By Crys Sory, MD, Medtronic, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
You were getting out of bed and suddenly felt a “pop” and an intense amount of pain in your back that nearly leaves you unable to move. Osteoporosis has caused your bones to become so weak and brittle that everyday activities, such as walking, sleeping and getting out of bed, become more difficult than usual. The back pain is caused by small fractures in the spine, also known as vertebral compression fractures (VCF). […]
Nutritional Supplement Spotlight: BioG-MicroTabs Offer A Convenient and Cost Effective Way to Take Your Vitamins
By Jerry Gillick, RPh, College Pharmacy, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Every day customers come into the pharmacy with the same problem: their healthcare practitioner has suggested that they need to start taking a good multi-vitamin, along with a list of other supplements targeted to specific health and wellness goals…and, they do not know where to begin. We go through the list, talk about different options, and end up with multiple products on the counter. The choices, the dosing, the regimen can be confusing! […]
Finally, Your Last Diet
By Courtney Albritton, PA-C, MPA, Clinical Director, Innovative Aesthetics, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
All too often, as a medical provider, I hear from my patients, “I eat a balanced diet, but I keep gaining weight”, “I exercise daily, but continue to gain weight,” or they ask for a weight loss prescription medication just to “give them a boost.” Quite frankly, I couldn’t respond beyond telling everyone to eat healthier, incorporate better lifestyle habits, and exercise more. I, personally, have struggled with my weight over the years. I was the classic yo-yo dieter, self-proclaimed carb addict, and I have heard the classic line to “diet and exercise.” So, if everyone knows how to do this, then why are we still struggling? […]
Let your light shine
By Wahneta Dimmer, Hands in Harmony, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
We are co-creators of our own reality, consciously choosing our impact on the world. Each day we wake up, we access our internal and external surroundings and head off into the world. Our minds fill with events of yesterday and today and thoughts of what today might be like. […]
Debunking Myths of Older Adult Falls
By Chris Smith, Park Gate, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented––and you have the power to reduce your risk. […]
How Do I Protect My Disabled Child?
By Craig Watson, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Grace is a sweet 69-year-old widow. Her husband died recently from a long illness. She has two children: a son, Todd, and a daughter, Kate. Todd is disabled and suffers from mental illness. Although Todd lives in his own apartment, he is unable to work. He receives Food Stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. […]
Mobility changes due to aging are treatable
By Monique Giroux, MD, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
A change in mobility is one of the most common problems I see in my clinic. Common complaints are:
“I can’t walk as far as I used to.”
“I feel more unsteady or dizzy and need to grab onto something.”
“I am stumbling or tripping over my own feet.”
“My legs give out when I walk or stand.”
“My walking has really slowed down.” […]
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