Not all angels have wings. Some have stethoscopes, scrubs, a heart of service, and a passion to provide the best in cancer care to those who might not otherwise have access to it. Story by Ann Buteans    |    Photography by Matt Kocourek    |    Sponsored Content When the mission of your hospital is to improve the health of the community by ...

For well-being, peace, and insight, Radiate Wellness is your destination Story by Ann Butenas “Your body can stand almost anything. It’s your mind that you have to convince.” (Anonymous) Wellness leader and author Deepak Chopra once said, “The mind and the body are like parallel universes. Anything that happens in the mental universe must leave tracks in the physical one.” ...

Story and Photos by Sarcoma Foundation of America Each July, we celebrate Sarcoma Awareness Month. But many people have never heard of sarcoma, including people newly diagnosed with the disease. Sarcoma is a type of cancer that begins in the bones and in the soft or connective tissues. Soft tissue sarcoma forms in the tissues that connect, support, and surround ...

Staying properly hydrated is one of the keys to maintaining overall health, especially during the summer months. Story by Ann Butenas Staying properly hydrated is important every day of the year, but it is highly critical during the warmer months of summer. As the temperature rises, we tend to sweat more. Our bodies routinely lose water when we urinate, and ...

By integrating technology into treatment protocols, MidAmerica Rehabilitation Hospital helps patients get better faster, working towards the best possible outcomes. Story by Ann Butenas A lot has changed in the 21+ years Paul Matlack has been with MidAmerica Rehabilitation Hospital (MARH). As Directory of Therapy Operations, Matlack, an occupational therapist, feels a great sense of pride when it comes to ...

Story by Dave Eckert    |    Intro photo courtesy of Pearl Tavern If the 100-degree temperatures didn’t convince you, nothing will-it’s going to be a long, hot summer. Venturing out in this heat and humidity is daunting enough but cooking and dining in it is even worse. Luckily, there are plenty of options for lighter, low-calorie, even chilled options for cuisine ...

On average, nine out of ten people love chocolate. While it tastes good, there are also some amazing health benefits to this sweet treat. Story by Ann Butenas “What you see before you, my friend, is the result of a lifetime of chocolate.”  ~ Katharine Hepburn If you are familiar with the legendary actress of film, television, and stage, then ...

AesthetiCare Med Spa offers a way for you to look fabulous 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with microblading and permanent makeup. Story by Ann Butenas    |    Sponsored Content How would you like the freedom from the everyday hassle of applying your makeup? What would it feel like to awaken every day feeling refreshed and ready to go? ...

Story by Sarah Ruttle The distinction between support and guidance is nuanced and important to the way we as humans navigate complex and challenging situations throughout our lives. A support network of professional colleagues, peers, generations of family members, and other interpersonal relationships is critical to our ability to manage changes in life, find work-life balance, cope with stress and ...

With World Hepatitis Day recognized on July 28th, we cannot wait any longer to bring full awareness to this inflammatory condition of the liver.  Story by Ann Butenas With one person dying every 30 seconds from an illness related to viral hepatitis, it is imperative we raise increased awareness of this life-altering disease. World Hepatitis Day is a great place ...