Concern about having senior moments is an excellent sign that the mind is still in good shape. Scientists have discovered that noticing small lapses in one’s memory means that dementia is still years
Will a Brisk Walk Help Parkinson’s Symptoms?
A recent study in the journal Neurology says yes! Researchers from the University of Iowa found that energetic walks could help Parkinson’s disease patients with their symptoms. The study included 60
Blood Clots – Know the Risks and Symptoms
Pulmonary embolisms (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), caused by blood clots forming in veins, are responsible for up to 100,000 American deaths each year. Do you know who’s at risk and how to
Diabetes Increases Stroke Risk in Women
A recent study adds to the body of evidence that diabetes may increase stroke risk in women but not in men. The research team analyzed medical data from approximately 11,000 males and 19,000 females.
An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
While the first recorded instance of the phrase was in the 1860s in Wales, this familiar saying still holds true today. But do you know why? Apples are packed with disease-fighting nutrients and
Aging In Place
Home is the safest place for grandparents and aging parents to live in. We consider the comfort of our clients of great importance, that is why we hold all of their necessities dear. This makes us a
Human Plague Cases in the United States
Since April 1, 2015, a total of 11 cases of human plague have been reported in residents of six states. Three patients aged 16, 52, and 79 years died. Plague is a rare, life-threatening, flea-borne
Kick The Habit!
Kicking the habit of smoking has numerous health advantages including the improvement of your heart health. But what about the weight gain that sometimes follows after quitting? A recent study in
Breast Cancer Survivors Use Yoga to Reduce Fatigue and Inflammation
Cancer survivors often report trouble sleeping and fatigue as major challenges following common treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. A recent study finds yoga to be a good option for helping
Could I have a heart attack with no chest pain?
While chest pain is still the most common heart attack symptom, a recent study shows that about 20% of young to middle-aged people do not report suffering from chest pain during their attack. What’s