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 [...]
For today’s aging population it is important to be informed about the options for Long-Term Care. In general, “Long-Term Care” is defined as helping individuals, of any age, with their medical or daily needs, over an extended period of time. Long-Term Care can be provided in various types of institutional facilities, in the community, or [...]
It has been a strange winter and spring so far this year (or maybe it just seems like it!). Soon, the sun will be returning and we will be anxious to get out in it! A brief reminder, remember to use sunblock and wear a hat, particularly in the beginning of the sunny season. After [...]
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 [...]