What you need to know to immediately recognize a stroke
Stroke is now the No. 2 cause of death worldwide, with someone on this planet experiencing a stroke every two seconds. October 29 marks World Stroke Day, which aims to educate people about the risk factors and signs of a stroke to reduce the stroke mortality rate.
Seniors Bullying Seniors
When people envision a bully, they think about a young kid or adolescent picking on someone smaller than them. What happens when an adult becomes the victim of bullying?
Physical Therapy vs Occupational Therapy
What is the difference between physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT)?
Hearing Loss Increases Risk for Dementia
Hearing loss affects more than 48 million Americans. The National Institutes of Health estimates that a third of U.S. adults age 65-74 and up to half of adults over age 75 have measurable hearing impairment.
Former Teacher, Now Caregiver Provides Meaningful Alzheimer’s Care
After spending years as a middle school teacher, Burney learned not to take certain behaviors personally. In the same way he discovered that catching someone passing a note in class wasn’t a reflection of his teaching skills, through caregiving he has learned not to take client irritability to heart.
“We Are Downsizing, But What About Our Stuff?”
“Moving is the third-most stressful life event that a person can experience, just behind death of a loved one and divorce,” says McMahon. “There is a very emotional and physical process to moving, and it helps to have someone get you through it.”
The History of the U.S. Oktoberfest
Americans across the country lift a hearty ale and down bratwurst and sauerbraten in support of the annual Oktoberfest, but just how did this German festival come about?
Scams Targeting Seniors
“Hi, Grandma. Hey, Grandpa. I’m in trouble, but please don’t tell anyone. Please. The cops arrested me and I didn’t do anything. I need $1,000 to post bail. I need you to send me money.”
How Healthy Is Your Heart?
World Heart Day was born at the turn of the 21st century, as a way for the World Heart Federation to spread awareness about heart health. Globally, heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death each year, resulting in the loss of over 17.5 million lives. As a global organization, the World Heart Federation is determined to see a 25 percent reduction in “premature deaths from cardiovascular disease around the world” by 2025.
5 Easy, Nutritious Rotisserie Chicken Recipes
Here are five healthy recipes that can be made with a pre-cooked, store-bought rotisserie chicken: