Shingles is a virus that is caused by the same type of varicella as chickenpox. Unlike chickenpox, however, shingles can be very painful and last for weeks. It is often characterized by a rash on the … [Read more...]
Senior Health – How to Fight Loneliness in Nursing Homes
When people think of nursing homes, they often envision places with muted walls and the smell of disinfectant. If that depresses you, think about those who live in them. If you know a senior who has … [Read more...]
Chickenpox: How to Ease the Itch
One of the oldest recorded childhood diseases is chickenpox. Just about every kid is exposed to it at one time or another. Here are some ways to control one of the most unbearable of its symptoms – … [Read more...]
Chickenpox Vaccine: Is It Necessary?
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It mostly occurs in children but can affect adults who have never experienced it as a child. Chickenpox is one of the oldest recorded childhood … [Read more...]
Fat-Friendly Lifestyle Top Tips
One of the big questions today is how much fat we should eat. Some people agree with low-fat diets and others say that this limits the healthy fats. If you want to know more, here are some tips to … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Treatment Options
There's a lot that proper treatment can do for a person with Alzheimer's. Although there's no cure that can permanently get rid of Alzheimer's, there are a number of medications that can help with … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s: Early Warning Signs
The earlier you spot Alzheimer's, the better. Alzheimer's may appear at first to just be a decline in cognitive function that often comes with aging; but it's not. It's a very real disease that … [Read more...]
Top Tips to Avoid School-Related Stress
At school we learn to read, write and do math. But it’s not always easy. School can also be a source of stress. If this is true in your life, try some of these tips. It is a common misconception … [Read more...]
Back to School: How Much Sleep Do Kids Need?
Are your kids ready for school? You have bought the clothes, supplies and stocked the pantry. But, what about what happens the night before? Sleep is just as integral to a great day as the other items … [Read more...]
Top Tips for Back-to-School Shopping with a Picky Teen
You know how it is - you need to do the back-to-school shopping, but your teen is so picky you don't know how you'll get through it. Teens certainly can be picky; peer expectations and their own … [Read more...]