By Mark Kaelin Finding the resources you need to manage chronic illnesses can be overwhelming. “The Flourish Program uses a team of social workers, doctors, therapists, pharmacists, and even attorneys to address all aspects of a client’s health and coordinate care to maximize … [Read more...] about A Support Group that Helps You When You’re Sick
Try This if Your Loved One is Losing Weight Because of Parkinson’s
By Mark KaelinLiving with Parkinson’s disease presents certain challenges to patients and caregivers. Increased caloric expenditure due to tremors, changes to one’s sense of smell, and medication side effects such as nausea make it difficult for a person with the disease to … [Read more...] about Try This if Your Loved One is Losing Weight Because of Parkinson’s
Six Ideas that Will Make a Home Safer for Someone with Alzheimer’s
By Carrie VittitoePatients with Alzheimer’s disease often have problems with visual perception, but Amy Sass, a client and employee coordinator with Caring Excellence at Home, has suggestions for minimizing the risk of falls and resulting injuries:- Remove all rugs.- Keep corners … [Read more...] about Six Ideas that Will Make a Home Safer for Someone with Alzheimer’s
This Type of Surgery Could Help You Heal Faster
By Carrie Vittitoe Illustration by Silvia Cabib If a disease has progressed too far or pain has become intolerable, surgery might become a necessity, but that then means dealing with recovery. Over the past decade, there has been an uptick in the use of minimally invasive … [Read more...] about This Type of Surgery Could Help You Heal Faster
Relieve Your Joint Problems Without Surgery
By Carrie Vittitoe Many patients with arthritis and tendonitis will try a variety of treatments in order to avoid surgery. Dr. Robin Curry, who specializes in sports medicine and non-operative orthopedics with Norton Orthopedic Specialists, says oral anti-inflammatories, physical … [Read more...] about Relieve Your Joint Problems Without Surgery