Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death in the US, affecting at least 16 million Americans. This chronic inflammatory lung disease causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Individuals with COPD have an increased risk of developing heart disease, lung cancer, and other conditions. In this blog post, we’ll look at the […]
Flu Complications: Who is at Risk?
Most people who find themselves sick with flu will have a relatively mild illness and will recover in less than two weeks. However, some individuals have a higher risk of developing flu complications, which can result in hospitalization and sometimes fatality. In this article, we’ll discuss risk factors for flu complications and ways to prevent […]
Preventing and Managing Caregiver Burnout
November is National Family Caregivers Month. Did you know that there are over 40 million caregivers in the US who support their aging parents, ill spouses or other loved ones who require extra care? While most respondents in an AARP study of caregivers earlier this year said that they have a friend or relative available […]
Elder Care: Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Approximately 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, which is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. While Alzheimer’s disease is frequently associated with adults 65 years of age and older, there are thousands of others under the age of 65 who have early-onset Alzheimer’s. Since Alzheimer’s disease is so prevalent […]
