When will the government give the same priority to caregivers as that of the war? This editorial discusses the importance of advocacy today. Ideas for stress relief of unresolved anger also is discussed.
The war & threats of terrorist attacks are creating varying levels of stress. When prolonged, stress can chip away at one’s mental, emotional and physical health.
Discussion of the responsibility for our own health through empowerment and “emotional nutrition.” Includes a personal story of caregiving, stress, disease, and the ability to take care of one’s self.
Hospice is well known for providing optimal care for the elderly, but some Nursing Homes do not offer the opportunity. In this article, several national efforts are outlined on what is done to help those in need in the end of their journey.
Rabbi Yellin shares what he has learned from his mother who suffers from Alzheimer’s. It is not how long our days are but the singular moments in time that is worth an eternity.
A summary of the role of the thyroid in bodily functions. Thyroid disorders along with risk factors, signs, and symptoms also are discussed.
In this very fast paced world, it seems impossible to simplify our lives. Here are some strategies to help you weed out the unnecessary and simplify, simplify, simplify.
All diabetics are at risk of developing sight-threatening eye diseases. Learn more about eye diseases related to diabetes here.
A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens that causes loss of vision. This brochure is about age-related cataract, the most common type.
Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises, leading to vision loss–or even blindness. This brochure is about open-angle glaucoma, the most common form of the disease.
As the population of older Americans grows, so does the hidden problem of elder abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Learn more about how familial situations effect elder abuse. Find out what you can do about elder abuse; resources included.
As the population of older Americans grows, so does the hidden problem of elder abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Learn more about the types of elder abuse and its signs and symptoms.
