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Seniors
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Sheila is a 78-year-old gardener, an avid reader and a retired high school teacher. She has three beautiful daughters and five adorable grandkids. Sheila was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease four years ago and has recently moved to a memory care center.
Men's & Women's Health
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Few will argue that a strong shower is a great way to start the day. It invigorates you and gets you ready to hit the ground running. On the flip side, low shower pressure first thing in the morning may be quite disappointing. Much like low shower pressure, poor urination in men can be quite frustrating and significantly impact their quality of life.
Family
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, a national observance held annually in the United States. This celebration encourages Americans to lead a healthy and active lifestyle by engaging in regular physical activity and participating in sports.
Men's & Women's Health
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May is Stroke Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about strokes and their impact on individuals and communities. Strokes can happen to anyone, regardless of age or gender, and can lead to serious disability or even death. A stroke is a life-altering event for the patient as well as family members and caretakers.
Family
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Celiac disease is a disease of the gut that causes small intestine irritation. Celiac disease occurs due to an immune reaction to gluten in the diet. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. More than 200,000 individuals per year will develop celiac disease in the United States.
Family
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
very parent can imagine the fear they would experience if their child were to go missing. But what if your child can’t say their name, address or even respond if a searcher were to call their name? This is the fear that many parents of a child with autism live with.
Family
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
While the most recognized symptoms are motor, including tremors, rigidity or muscle stiffness, bradykinesia, which means small or slow movements, and gait and posture problems, there are nonmotor symptoms for Parkinson’s disease.
Family
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
The kidney is a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of toxins we consume daily in our diet. Each kidney comprises over one million filters that work 24/7 to ensure the blood is free of all potentially harmful chemicals.

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