When a young person falls, it’s usually not an event that has a lasting impact. That’s not always the case for older adults. It’s important seniors implement fall prevention strategies so they reduce their fall risk. The Falls Free Dane Coalition works to address...
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Falls Free Dane Coalition: Preventing Falls in Older Adults
SomaYoga: Therapeutic Approach for Breast Cancer Patients
Individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment face an arduous journey. One approach these patients can use to help them manage the treatment process is SomaYoga—a therapeutic style of yoga that combines classic yoga philosophy and postures with modern healing...
Pediatric Dental Screenings: No-Cost Option in the Greater Stoughton Community
No child should go without dental care due to their family’s economic status. In the greater Stoughton community, free dental screenings are available to ensure every child receives the care they need. Dental hygienist Colleen Krueger shares information about what...
Physical Therapy to Improve Balance: Key Approach in Preventing Falls
What might be viewed as a “simple” fall can be incredibly devastating. In many cases, if an older individual falls and breaks a hip or other bone, they can quickly enter a downward spiral—and, unfortunately, even perish from the after-effects of such an injury. Neuro...
Yoga As a Fall Prevention Strategy
It’s an unfortunate fact, but falls in older adults can lead to a number of undesirable after effects. Individuals who suffer a fall often experience diminished quality of life. Some may ultimately succumb to injuries inflicted by a fall. Paul Mross has been part of a...
History of Psychedelic Drugs in Medical Therapies
For many years, it was unthinkable to prescribe psychedelic drugs to patients for any reason. That mindset is changing. Today, professionals in the medical field are exploring key applications and subsequent benefits of this class of drug. Beverly Fergus, Master's...
Benefits of Heart Disease Screening
Those who suffer with heart disease—or present with multiple cardiovascular risk factors—are often under the care of a cardiologist. At the very least, their primary care provider is aware of their condition and will advise on treatment protocols. What about people...
Can You Still Get Healthcare with No Health Insurance?
Every single person deserves quality healthcare, no matter their financial situation. Yet, not everyone has the ability to afford health insurance. Individuals may delay care because the costs are just not feasible. On top of that, the COVID-19 pandemic induced health...
The Value of Psychedelics in Mental Health Care
In the past, “psychedelics” was a bit of a taboo subject. This class of drugs was considered off-limits from a medical perspective. Today, attitudes are shifting surrounding the use of psychedelics in mental health care. Beverly Fergus, Master's degree student at the...
Medicare Part D: Drug Benefits
The complexities of Medicare and all its parts have been broken down by Ben Rothering, licensed medical insurance salesman and Medicare expert, over a five-part series. Enrollment, Part A hospitalization, Part B outpatient care, and Part C Medicare Advantage were...
Medicare Part C: Medicare Advantage
So far in this series, we have reviewed Medicare Part A and Part B. In this installment, we look at Part C with Ben Rothering, a licensed insurance salesman who specializes in helping guide people through the Medicare process. “Medicare Part C is known as Medicare...
Pain Education and Pain Management Strategies
When you’re in pain, all you want is to feel better. Sometimes, it’s difficult to know how to address pain effectively, especially if over-the-counter medications fail to provide relief. One way to incorporate better pain management strategies is to understand the...
Medicare Part B: Outpatient Services
The different parts of Medicare can be puzzling. If you are eligible for Medicare, you need to understand the costs and coverages of the various options, so you’re never caught off guard. Previously, in the second installment of our series on Medicare, we covered what...
Medicare Part A: Inpatient Services
“Part A and Part B together are known as original Medicare,” says Ben Rothering, a licensed insurance salesman who specializes in helping guide people through the Medicare process. When President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law in 1965, it only consisted of...
Medicare Enrollment: How it Works
Navigating Medicare can be overwhelming. This insurance program is designed to help Americans in need, but many may not know if they are able to receive its benefits. Understanding eligibility and when to sign up can be confusing. “Medicare is a federally-funded...
