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What is Diabetic Neuropathy?

June 7, 2018
Severe pain, burning sensations, and numbness – those who suffer from diabetic neuropathy, also called diabetic nerve damage, are far too familiar...

Common Medication Errors to Avoid

June 5, 2018
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports that nearly 1.3 million people are injured yearly from medication errors. The reasons for this vary...

What Is Delirium?

June 3, 2018
Delirium is a serious condition that affects nearly 2.2 million elderly Americans each year. If left untreated, it can lead to other illnesses,...

What is Parkinson’s Disease?

May 30, 2018
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disease of the nervous system. It is a progressive condition, which means it gets worse over time. PD may start with...

Most Common Age-Related Eye Problems

May 27, 2018
Vision problems are a common occurrence for senior adults. Along with the many changes their bodies go through, their eyes also begin to break down...

Signs and Symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism

May 25, 2018
Though the exact number of cases each year is not known, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that approximately 900,000 people...

What Is Arthritis?

May 24, 2018
One in every five adults. There are approximately 52.5 million adults in the United States suffering from arthritis today. According to the Centers...

Secondary Risk Factors for Heart Disease

May 23, 2018
If you were to ask just about anyone in these enlightened times what the primary risks are for developing heart disease they would be able to rattle...

Deep Vein Thrombosis

May 22, 2018
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), deep vein thrombosis affects as many as 600,000 Americans every year. If your...

What is Heat Rash?

May 17, 2018
Hot weather and hot conditions can lead to a variety of uncomfortable and even dangerous situations. As a family caregiver, you should understand...