Five Simple Steps to Make Caring for Diabetes Easier

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it’s likely you know someone or perhaps even are included in this group. Regardless of whether you’re new to caring for someone with diabetes or an experienced veteran, there is always something new to learn to better manage the condition. […]

Understanding the Symptoms and Signs of Vascular Dementia in Seniors

With more than 5.8 million Americans diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it is one of the most common forms of dementia. However,  there’s another, less familiar type of dementia causing cognitive issues in seniors: vascular dementia. Knowing the risk factors, symptoms and signs of vascular dementia, along with the unique attributes that set it apart from […]

Learn the Importance of a Healthy Diet for Kidney Disease

While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 11% of adult Americans, for older adults, the incidence rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a loved one in your life struggles with CKD, following the physician’s suggested dietary plan is vital. The aim is to make sure levels of electrolytes, minerals, and fluid remain balanced. The National […]

Management Tips and Risk Factors for Chronic Kidney Disease

They are only around the size of your fist, but they’re imperative to your body’s functioning. Kidneys serve as filters to get rid of waste from the body, but they also regulate our blood pressure and assist in the creation of red blood cells. For people diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, successful management is vital […]