by Heather Nielsen | Wellness
We are living in the middle of a stress epidemic. The World Health Organization calls stress “the health epidemic of the twenty-first century.” Common complaints such as low libido, anxiety, poor memory, the inability to concentrate, and many gut problems seem...
by Heather Nielsen | Chronic Health Conditions, Wellness
There are a million thoughts going through a person’s head when they are diagnosed with cancer. As people navigate the several paths of treatment, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and frustrated. Just as important as treating your physical health, is being sure to treat...
by Heather Nielsen | Wellness
Dr. Jeff and I are always learning! In our field of health, research takes an average of 17 years to make it to the common, accepted practices. That’s too long, in our opinion. Plus a lot of good information can get lost in the cacophony, can’t it? We...
by Heather Nielsen | Wellness
Life used to be an ebb and flow between stressful times and times of relaxation. However, the 21st century has quickened the pace of life so that each day is a string of “busy” activity. Are we able to interrupt this endless stream of activity? Yes! Let’s take time...
by Heather Nielsen | Wellness
MIT recently released two new studies revealing the benefits of mindfulness practice with middle school students. Mindfulness, the practice of focusing in on the present moment, has shown positive effects on not only mental health, but on academic performance. “By...
by Heather Nielsen | Wellness
Jeff Horacek, MD, Heather Nielsen-Horacek, LPC and the team at Healthy Connections Hood River are thrilled to partner with Bettina Bardin-Sorensen, PT , MSPT, CAFS and her team at Columbia Gorge Physical Therapy to bring a truly unique, comprehensive collaboration to...
