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COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a group of progressive lung diseases that affect millions of people across the United States. Cases range in severity, and many treatments are available to help with symptom management. Coping with the diagnosis can be difficult, though, so...
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in your joints. If you have RA, you're familiar with how painful and frustrating the illness can be. Although there are medications and treatments that can help greatly with pain management, mobility, and dexterity, rheumatoid...
Parkinson's disease is a serious neurological condition that can affect so many aspects of your life. Although there are a variety of treatments available in this day and age that help manage the symptoms, the diagnosis can still be very difficult to deal with. Not only...
Kidney disease can have a clear and significant impact on your physical health, but the effects of the condition on mental health are not discussed as often. Any chronic condition can influence your mental and emotional well-being as it can affect your daily routine, your...
Social isolation is one of the most serious and widespread problems affecting seniors. Although it may not seem like a major concern, isolation and loneliness can impact practically every aspect of your health. We need regular, meaningful connections with others to stay well, and unfortunately,...
If you're at or approaching retirement age, you're likely looking into Medicare plans. It becomes obvious pretty quickly that the Medicare landscape is not exactly straight forward. There are many options, and it can be confusing about what’s the right plan for you. Everyone has...
Losing a child is one of the most painful experiences imaginable. If you're facing the death of an adult child, you may feel like you'll never recover. While we understand that loss is a part of life as we age, losing a child is not...
If you've ever had a pet, you know how valuable they can be for your overall sense of happiness. Pets are more than just animals we take care of. They add joy, love, and warmth to our lives and our homes, and caring for another...
Independence is a priority for many older adults. You want to live your life to the fullest in your golden years, and you don't want to be limited by health or safety problems. Although there's nothing wrong with needing assistance in day-to-day life, it's also...
Everyone knows that exercise is good for your physical health, but the benefits of exercise on mental health aren't as well known. Your mind and your body are closely linked, so when you take care of your physical health, you're likely to see improvements in...