Healthy Tips
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex brain disorder causing both movement and non-movement symptoms. But it’s important to know: PD affects each person differently. Who Gets PD? While we’re not s [...]
Read MoreThe Big Change in Cancer Screening You Need to Know About
Let’s talk about something serious but important: colorectal cancer. It's a sneaky disease that can grow without showing many signs until it’s too late. But guess what? We have a secret weapon: colonoscopies. These are simple tests where doc [...]
Read MoreEaster Candy Countdown: How to Dodge the Sugar Rush
Watch Your Calories this Easter: Choosing Healthier Candy! As Easter approaches, it's a time for celebration, family gatherings, and, of course, indulging in delicious treats. However, for those mindful of their health, it's essential to be [...]
Read MoreHypertension: “The silent killer”
By Mary Brown, FNP-C at Hegg Health Center in Rock Valley, Iowa High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called “the silent killer”. However, I haven’t heard that language used in a while. I guess it sounds a little too harsh, and [...]
Read MoreTips to make your New Year’s resolutions stick
By Jordyn Kleinwolterink, Hegg Wellness Center Manager A new year, for many, brings forth new beginnings, new habits, and new lifestyles. While having goals and aspirations for new healthy habits is awesome, the important part of all of it i [...]
Read MoreHoliday drinks: a source of “hidden” calories
By Cassandra Schafer, Director of Marketing & Community Relations That cozy drink that takes minutes to a couple hours to finish could consist of the calories of a whole meal… or two. “Liquid sugars can be a quiet culprit of diet and hea [...]
Read MoreWinter driving: tips for you to know before you hit the snow
Love it or hate it, winter is here. Driving on ice, snow, wet and cold roadways on shorter days creates a challenge for drivers in Northwest Iowa. Bad weather and more darkness puts you at increased risk of getting into a vehicle accident. Beyo [...]
Read MoreFlu season is here early – and worse than before
Influenza has arrived in Northwest Iowa, and specifically in Rock Valley over the past few weeks. Though this is only the beginning, the 2022 flu season may be worse than normal, according to experts across the world. Due to lockdowns over the [...]
Read MoreAre you more dehydrated in the winter?
Anyone who has made it through an Iowa winter understands that they need two staples to make it through until spring: gallons of moisturizing cream and plenty tubes of lip balm. Although our state is known for it's humidity, the air can become [...]
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