There is no doubt that parenting is one of the most rewarding yet also one of the most challenging undertakings in which a person can engage. When a parent has a child with a physical disability, the tasks involved in parenting now seem all the more challenging.

The changing of the seasons is an exciting time for many. Late fall and winter are typically an occasion for holiday celebrations and gathering time for families worldwide. However, the progression toward shorter days, longer nights and colder weather can be problematic for some.

Glaucoma, a disease that decreases vision, is a leading cause of blindness in patients over 60. It affects the optic nerve and side vision in the early stages. As the disease progresses, it impacts central vision as well. The optic nerve is like an electric cable between the eye and the brain that allows you to see.

The holiday season is a special time when we celebrate various cultural traditions with family and friends. For some, however, the chores of cooking, hosting family gatherings and gift-giving can lead to stress and burnout. Nevertheless, if we stay balanced in mind and body, this can be a season of peace, joy and love.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common virus and causes respiratory illness in children. RSV infection can range from asymptomatic or cold-like symptoms to severe infection requiring admission to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). RSV is the most common cause of bronchiolitis in children, inflammation of the airways in the lungs.

Each year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated on Dec. 3 as a way to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.

Caregivers of people with dementia, often viewed as invisible second patients, face daily challenges that negatively affect their quality of life. As a society and individuals, we should commend and support caregivers for their critical role in the life of a friend or loved one.

Cancer is still an unfortunate possibility for people who have never smoked or smoked very little (less than 100 cigarettes in their lifetime). Although most people with lung cancer are or were smokers, up to 20% of all lung cancers occur in those who never smoked.