Preventing elder abuse
What is elder abuse? According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control,
...Eating Well | Seniors and malnutrition risk
September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual health observance designed to focus national
...You’re never too old for Super Slow Training
Though most of the clients currently taking advantage of the Super Slow Training method offered
...Don’t get stuck in your comfort zone
When you’ve been running the same course at the same pace for a long period, the route and
...Concussion: myth vs fact
It’s that time of year when fall sports kick off. It’s also that time of year when we hear more
...The vital importance of having a primary care provider
In this era of healthcare specialization and sub-specialization, it may seem as though the role
...Patient, heal thyself! The importance of patient compliance
Whenever we get sick or injured, it’s natural and appropriate to see a healthcare professional
...Get more mileage from your mums
Many people treat mums as short-season, fall-planted annuals, enjoying their glorious show of
...A Walk in the Park | Déjà vu all over again
Shirley and I have visited all 50 states, but there are still many places we want to go and
...Dispelling the myths about mental illness
When someone is diagnosed with a medical ailment, the typical reaction from family, friends,
...Laurels team helps client communicate despite speech-limiting aphasia
The team of professionals at The Laurels of Toledo embraces the mission of promoting the
...The Access Center provides vital opioid-addiction services in heart of East Toledo
The epidemic of opioid addiction and overdose continues unabated in our community. In fact, in
...Addiction and mental illness: Find help and hope for recovery
Every September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an
...Mercy Health – Perrysburg Emergency Department awarded for high patient satisfaction
For busy emergency rooms, achieving a high level of patient satisfaction is no small challenge.
...Race for the Cure returns to downtown Toledo
Race for the Cure, Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio’s signature annual fundraising event, returns
...Advance care planning empowers patients
The care and treatments provided to patients with a life-limiting illness should be consistent
...Cutting through the Medicare confusion
People approaching their 65th birthday have an important decision to make regarding their
...Sunset to host Fall Symposium September 25
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are the leading cause of
...5 common fitness mistakes that undermine motivation
We’ve all experienced it—that burst of motivation to build a stronger, healthier body. At
...Toledo Family Pharmacy earns national award for innovation
Toledo Family Pharmacy has always taken pride in providing personalized service, creating a
...You’re never too old for Super Slow Training
Though most of the clients currently taking advantage of the Super Slow Training method offered
...You can ace that job interview!
In many people’s minds, job interviews are right on par with public speaking and painful dental
...Put your best face forward this summer with cosmetic injectable treatments
It may be getting later in the summer, but there’s still plenty of warm weather ahead—and more
...Rolfing Toledo welcomes new Rolfer
Rolfing Toledo, the practice of Amy Adamczak, Certified Advanced Rolfer, welcomes Kristin
...What can you do if you’re blind? Almost anything!
“World War II lasted about 15 minutes for me.” That’s how long it took for a young Marine named
...How to ensure your senior loved one is eating right
Proper nutrition is every senior’s first line of defense against disease, infection, and a host
...Five ways seniors can benefit from social media
We tend to think of social media as the realm of the young and tech-savvy, but today more and
...Sylvania Franciscans offer Mini-Pilgrimages in August, September and October
The Sylvania Franciscan Sisters will host “Mini-Pilgrimages” on the Franciscan campus in
...Six simple ways to slim down after 40
Weight gain as we get older tends to be something most people experience. With age, our
...Dr. Mickey Frame—promoting community wellness for over 30 years
As Dr. Mickey E. Frame reflects on his last 30 years as a chiropractic physician serving the
...Sound Advice
Q: Hello there. I read Healthy Living News every month and truly enjoy your
...Spiritually Speaking | Will you be my friend?
When Jean Vanier died in May of this year, I was touched by what a mark he has made on society,
...Burdens, barriers, and brainstorming
As an ombudsman, you see the innerworkings of the long-term-care system from multiple angles.
...Eating Wel | Eating well on campus
Over the years, I’ve written frequently about childhood nutrition, often on topics coinciding
...Tips for race recovery
Running gives you a great workout that challenges both your body and your mind. When you cross
...UT Comprehensive Care Center centralizes providers and services for patient convenience
Healthcare in our nation has traditionally been fragmented and decentralized. With various
...Nobody's Perfect | How do you say it?!
...“The difference between the almost right word and the right word is
A Walk in the Park | Gradually making our way home
At the conclusion of our winter trip, Shirley typically announces that it is time to “gradually
...Understanding acoustic neuroma
You may have seen the news recently that Detroit Lions quarterback Mathew Stafford’s wife was
...Art Fair at the Toledo Zoo August 3-4
Feel the roar, feel the rush at Wild about Art at the Toledo Zoo!
Wild about Art is a
...Frame Chiropractic and Acupuncture welcomes new physician
Dr. Mickey E. Frame, of Frame Chiropractic and Acupuncture in Toledo, welcomes chiropractic
...Laurels rehab team taps into ancient tradition of tai chi
The therapy team at The Laurels of Toledo draws upon a wide variety of innovative treatment
...The Elizabeth Scott Community to hold Summer Fest
To commemorate its 70th anniversary and celebrate summer, the Elizabeth Scott Community will
...Set the stage for a successful back-to-school experience
The beginning of a new school year can elicit a broad range of concerns and anxieties in both
...Mercy Health Sports Injury Clinic helps local athletes stay in the game
No athlete likes to be sidelined from their favorite sport by injury. Every dedicated athlete
...The Woodlands at Sunset House offers carefree, charming, independent living
The staff members at The Woodlands at Sunset House hear this comment again and again from new
...Cancer pain can be controlled
A diagnosis of cancer can elicit a wide range of concerns and anxieties in patients, including
...ProMedica Generations Tower takes patient care to new heights
The new 13-story, 500,000-square-foot Generations Tower is now open and will soon be fully
...BrightView opens new treatment center in Toledo
BrightView provides comprehensive addiction treatment programs to those who need help the most.
...The eyes have it
One of the most common areas of the face that our patients report they would like to enhance or
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