Willa’s Books has something for everyone. Willa Robinson developed a love for books and reading at a very early age. In 1994 she started selling her books on 18th and Vine, in Kansas City, Missouri, as a street vendor. The rest is history. Willa’s Books specializes in used and rare ... Read More »
By Krisha McCoy A geriatrician is something more than a physician who simply cares for old people. The geriatrician should, above all, be well grounded in internal medicine, have a genuine fondness for the elderly and their problems, and be experienced in neurology, psychiatry and rehabilitation medicine. A possible additional ... Read More »
Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can have type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. Look for: Increased thirst and frequent urination.Excess sugar building up in your bloodstream causes fluid to be pulled from the tissues. This may leave you thirsty. ... Read More »
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases A diabetes diet simply means eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular mealtimes. It also means having a healthy-eating plan that’s naturally rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. Key necessities are fruits, vegetables and whole grains. ... Read More »
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is urging everyone to prepare for summer heat by staying cool, staying hydrated and staying informed. The heat and humidity of Missouri can affect everyone, but can be especially dangerous to small children, the elderly and the chronically ill. Each year many ... Read More »
Diabetes is a chronic disease that affect the way your body regulates blood sugar, or glucose. Glucose is the fuel that feeds your body’s cells, but to enter your cells it needs a key. Insulin is that key. Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and ... Read More »
By Pepper Von, former co-host ESPN Fitness Pros As a fitness instructor, I am often asked about what exercises are appropriate for people with diabetes. Generally speaking for better health and wellness, there are two types of physical activity that are most important for managing diabetes: aerobic exercise and strength ... Read More »
Press release from HCA Midwest Health Remarkable kidney donation and transplant chain—a first in Research’s 132-year history—enables four living donors to donate a kidney to four strangers. This chain of life began when one altruistic and anonymous kidney donor reached out to save one life earlier this year. Research Medical ... Read More »
Bone Health Matters Good nutrition supports healthier bones. By Amy Hundley, RD, LD Osteoporosis, often referred to as a “silent killer” is a disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone or makes too little bone that eventually leads to fractures, breaks, or falls. Not only is osteoporosis ... Read More »
Food and Exercise Keys to Bone Health Jonathon Rios, ACE, CSCS One of today’s biggest issues in health has to do with the strength of our bones. Especially with bone density (strength) declining in our body as we age. Why is bone health important? Your bones are continuously changing — ... Read More »
