Alzheimer’s disease is well-known, not only as being incredibly common in seniors and a leading cause of death, but also as being devastating and emotionally difficult. Those who suffer from Alzheimer’s experience symptoms such as: Short-term memory loss. Disorientation....
Women, especially those with a genetic history, age, and poor health, are more susceptible to strokes than men. Though this can be discouraging, it’s important to remember that there are many things we can do, at any age, to...
It’s never too early in life to think about heart health. We’ve made great strides in treating cardiovascular disease and strokes over the last sixty years, lowering the mortality rate from 35 percent down to 5 percent. While treatments...
Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative condition, which mainly affects the motor system and can make simple physical tasks difficult over time. Since Parkinson’s is degenerative, symptoms advance and change over time. Symptoms of Parkinson’s include: Tremors Slow movement...