Home Modifications to Prevent Falls
Many people over the age of 75 have lived in the same home for the past 20-30 years. When asked how many of them have made modifications to their homes to accommodate their needs as they age, most report that they... Read More: Home Modifications to Prevent Falls
Fountain Clinic offers services at Oaklawn Express Care- Albion
ALBION – Local residents who lack full medical insurance can receive attention at Oaklawn Express Care – Albion through a new partnership with the Marshall-based Fountain Clinic. Beginning March 8, appointments for uninsured and under-insured individuals will be offered between... Read More: Fountain Clinic offers services at Oaklawn Express Care- Albion
Tiffany Stealy joins Oaklawn
Born in Oaklawn’s emergency room, Tiffany Stealy returns as a nurse practitioner Tiffany Stealy’s new work as an Oaklawn nurse practitioner is a little bit like coming home, especially considering that she was born in the hospital’s emergency room in... Read More: Tiffany Stealy joins Oaklawn
Preventing Falls in Winter
Despite what many people think, falling is not a normal part of aging. There are many things we can do to prevent falls, and winter time is a leading culprit that significantly increases the risk of falling. There are many... Read More: Preventing Falls in Winter
Oaklawn and Albion ties link communities
For many reasons, a bond between Albion and Marshall – two small towns a dozen miles apart – has grown stronger in recent years, Richard C. Lindsey believes. The bond is exemplified by the people who share a common link... Read More: Oaklawn and Albion ties link communities
Oaklawn Albion clinic adds Express Care
ALBION – A new primary and express care clinic in the central part of this city will have its grand opening Monday, Feb. 11. The handicap-accessible facility is called Oaklawn Express Care – Albion and occupies the renovated ground floor... Read More: Oaklawn Albion clinic adds Express Care
Oaklawn psychologist discusses seasonal depression
Dec. 24, 2018 Impact of seasonal depression can be rendered brief, Oaklawn psychologist notes MARSHALL – Troubles seem to rise up for many people when nights turn long and days grow short — the kind of troubles traceable to a... Read More: Oaklawn psychologist discusses seasonal depression
Oaklawn launches post-surgery program
MARSHALL — Oaklawn officials say surgical patients are going home more quickly, getting answers more immediately and experiencing fewer complications, just two months after the launch of a new internal process. “If patients prepare better before surgery, the evidence shows... Read More: Oaklawn launches post-surgery program
Hearing Loss Prevention
Generally speaking, we naturally lose our hearing as we age. In fact, an estimated one third of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74, and almost half of individuals over 75 have hearing loss. Although we have no control over the... Read More: Hearing Loss Prevention
The Importance of Giving
Last week during Thanksgiving we focused on what we’re grateful for. And with Giving Tuesday, we were reminded of the importance of turning your Thanksgiving gratitude into something tangible by giving back to others. But did you know that the... Read More: The Importance of Giving