Did you know that there are believed to be more than 53 million people who act as unpaid caregivers to family members […]
NATIONAL CAREGIVERS’ MONTH Celebrating These Unsung Heroes
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HEALTHY AGING – THE TIPSTER SPEAKS
As Healthy Aging Month ends, the tipster is here to dole out beaucoup great tips that can help us slide smoothly […]
WHAT SHOULD I ASK MY DOCTOR WHEN I’M PRESCRIBED A NEW MEDICATION?
As the years progress, my bedside drawer has taken on a life of its own as a pharmacy with various […]
Do It! Getting a Medical Alert Button
At some point, all of us may reach the stage when we need to consider including a personal emergency alert […]
HOPE FOR STROKE SURVIVORS WITH UPPER LIMB REHAB
Spasticity is a word often heard concerning stroke survivors. It refers to what usually happens to arms and hands following a […]
‘P’ is For Pets and Brain Health
“Until one has loved an animal a part of one’s soul remains unawakened. – Anatole France Having a pet is […]
Living with Stokes – Part 6 – Memory Issues
Strokes often cause much more than just physical disabilities. Damage to the brain can also be devastating to memory. Although […]
Living with Strokes Series – Part 5: Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
You or your loved one is finally home, so now the work begins. A stroke often leads to long-term disabilities, […]
Living with Strokes Series – Part 3: Going Home
Now that all the medical procedures are completed, and the rehabilitation and recovery facilities have done their job, the moment […]
Living with Strokes Series – Part 2: Treating Strokes
You or someone you know has just been rushed to the emergency room with a stroke. Now what? In the […]
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