Whether you are, or claim to be, of Irish lineage, or not, Happy St. Patrick's Day! The holiday commemorates Saint Patrick as well as the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. It also celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish people who had a significant influence in the history of America. Originally blue was the [...]
Over the past 2 decades, the mortality rates for heart disease, cancer, HIV/AIDS, and many other well-known killers, have steadily declined. However, the death rate attributed to Alzheimer’s disease has steadily risen. Moreover, there are tens, or even hundreds of thousands of Americans that die every year with Alzheimer’s disease, but the death is associated [...]
Springtime is finally coming . . . . I hope! Of course, along with the arrival of spring, come the pollen and all the other environmental allergens that can result in a runny nose, redden the eyes, scratchy throat, and so on. So, be vigilant! A scratchy throat can often be helped by increasing fluid [...]
By: Jacob Gottlieb According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, one in every three adults age 65 or older may experience a fall each year. A fall can cause serious injuries such as head traumas or hip fractures. These slips or tumbles are the leading cause for fatal and nonfatal injuries in older [...]