November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Since the mid-eighties, these 30 days are used to shed light and raise consciousness on the facts and figures surrounding this insidious form of dementia, but very specially on providing support and discussing available resources to caregivers and families. The 2018 Report of the Alzheimer’s Association provides the […]

Thanksgiving is upon us. This all-American holiday traces its roots to 1621, but it shares with many other countries worldwide the celebration that the blessings of harvest entail. For many, Thanksgiving is wrought with travel, turkey shopping, and the anticipation of meeting up with family and friends. Yet, the most unforgettable snapshot tends to be

The ancient tradition that is Halloween is right around the corner which means it’s highly likely you’ll encounter witches, ghosts, vampires, and superheroes. It also means you’re bound to find candy at every corner- at home, the office, and even your doctor’s office. Safety is a major concern for many, especially parents. Although you might

October 1st marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, major breast cancer charities and organizations around the world aim to increase general consciousness of the disease in an effort to raise funds for research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately a cure. Although National Breast Cancer Awareness Month was founded in 1985, the

Falls not only threaten seniors’ safety and independence, but also generate enormous economic and personal costs. In just the year of 2015, the total cost of fall injuries was $50 billion. However, despite falling is not an inevitable result of aging. Here are 6 tips to help prevent falls: INCORPORATE AN EXERCISE PROGRAM WITH A

September is National Yoga month. Yoga has been around for more than 5,000 years. The origins of Yoga began in Northern India and included sacred texts written on fragile palm leaves. Yoga is a compilation of physical, mental and spiritual practices that include breath control and meditation through specific body postures. Today, Yoga has become

When summer’s over and the weather starts to change, there is a recurring period due to the outbreaks of Influenza. The flu season can sometimes be predicted and tracked by locations. Some of the flu symptoms include: fever, sore throat, body aches, and headaches. Here are a few tips to be ready for flu season:

It is imperative to be prepared for your annual checkup. In fact, if you plan for your doctor visit, you’ll be able to take advantage of the time spent there. Here are a few tips to help you during your next doctor visit. Honesty Remember that the doctor’s job is to ensure that they maintain

Every year on July 28th, we observe World Hepatitis Day. Hepatitis is characterized by inflammation of the liver and can lead to fibrosis (scarring) and cirrhosis (advanced stage scarring) of the organ. Hepatitis is classified into 5 main viruses known as type A, B, C, D, and E. Although they all cause liver disease, they

As we age, the likelihood getting diagnosed with a chronic disease increases. According to the National Council on aging, 80% of adults over 64 have a chronic condition, 68% of which live with more than one. Family genetics, gender, lifestyle and age all play a major role when it comes to what diseases you’ll develop,