This is our last blog this month on traumatic brain injury. A serious TBI affects the whole family and has long term impact. You can find many stories of how families coped after a TBI to a loved one at www.brainline.org Here is a short blog on how one family is coping six years after a traumatic brain injury. The…
March, in addition to being National Nutrition Month is also National TBI (or Traumatic Brain Injury) month. So, our last two blogs of March 2017 will talk about TBI. You can also find a great deal of information about prevention of TBI at www.traumaticbraininjury.com To follow, are some symptoms to be on the lookout for if you think you may…
Since March is National Nutrition Month, lets reflect a moment on food choices. You may be surprised to learn some of the foods that are considered “processed” foods. Read on to learn more about some of the diet saboteur’s and how to spot the nutritious choices vs the not so good ones! Source: http://www.eatright.org/resource/food/nutrition/nutrition-facts-and-food-labels/avoiding-processed-foods National Nutrition Month March is National…
March is National Nutrition Month! Eating nutritiously is just smart for good health and weight management. Read on to discover 7 tips that may help you lose weight and enjoy better nutrition. National Nutrition Month: 7 Ideas For Eating Healthy In 2017 Include Tips On Carbs, Protein And Sugars SOURCE: http://www.ibtimes.com/national-nutrition-month-7-ideas-eating-healthy-2017-include-tips-carbs-protein-2499435 Many Americans abandoned their New Year’s weight loss…
This is our last article this month on heart health. We hope the blogs have been helpful. The following blog will share some symptoms of a heart attack. We want you to know about since it can happen quickly and to anyone. Please read on so you will know how to respond and understand the next right thing to do…
This month is American Heart month. Maintaining a strong heart is key to a long and healthy life. Sadly, Heart disease is the number one killer of American men and women in America. We hope you enjoy reading this heart healthy article about a glass of wine and heart health. What do you think? Source: http://www.handinhandenews.com/en/32210159/1/427/February-is-American-Heart-Month-Should-We-Raise-a-Toast.htm February is American Heart…
February is American Heart Month! This month we will provide informational articles that will help YOU manage your heart health. You can also go to www.heart.org to learn more about symptoms, risks, and treatments. We wish you a very heart healthy month of February! Source: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HeartFailure/CausesAndRisksForHeartFailure/Causes-and-Risks-for-Heart-Failure_UCM_002046_Article.jsp#.WGvp4Fy1-10 Who Develops Heart Failure (HF) and Why? Heart failure is more likely to happen…
This is our last article this month to raise awareness for National Glaucoma Month. Many people do not know that glaucoma can also strike children and can be a congenital birth defect that may be inherited. Please read on to learn more about the signs to look for in your children or grandchildren. Childhood Glaucoma Source: http://www.glaucoma.org/glaucoma/childhood-glaucoma-1.php Childhood glaucoma —…
Jan 20th at 12 Noon is the Inauguration of our 45th President! If you get glaucoma you will miss this historic ceremony and many others. So, this blog will talk about risk factors of glaucoma and important prevention tips. Please read on to learn more about this very sneaky disease that steals sight without warning and requires special testing to…
A positive way to start the New Year is to get your eyes examined if you are over 60. Did you know Glaucoma is a preventable disease!? So, please consider taking an action step this January 2017 to protect your eyesight. Please read on to learn more about prevention. If you do have glaucoma and find you need homecare assistance,…
