Do the shorter and darker days of fall and winter get you down each year? It's estimated that about one-quarter of all Americans experience varying degrees of wintertime blues, from a general sense of unease or a feeling of being out of kilter all... (Read More)

"How did this happen?" you may be asking yourself. One minute, you're living a normal life, going to your job and enjoying your hobbies, and the next, you're responsible for a whole other human being! It can be a heavy experience at first. But with... (Read More)

You've probably not given it much thought or even realized it was there, but your thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located in your neck. It may be tiny, but it's a powerful force in your body that produces vital hormones. The hormones... (Read More)

We’ve all seen (or at least heard of) reality TV shows that deal with hoarding. But what do you do if you’re pretty sure you’re the caregiver of a real-life hoarder? Understand what hoarding is In order to help the caree you suspect... (Read More)

Did you know that approximately 1 in 3 adults in the United States has high blood pressure? It's a serious condition. If your blood pressure remains high over time, it can damage other parts of your body and lead to heart and kidney disease... (Read More)

Being a caregiver can be a rewarding, but challenging experience. It's difficult in many instances to find a balance between taking care of someone else and taking care of yourself. Experiencing caregiver stress is not uncommon, and can leave you... (Read More)

Have you had a telemedicine visit with a physician in the last year? It's estimated that more than half of all Americans have. While telemedicine took off during the global pandemic, it had been gradually growing in popularity before the COVID-19... (Read More)

Thanks to advances in modern medicine and disease prevention, many of us are living longer, healthier lives. But heart disease remains a major threat. It's the leading cause of death worldwide. That's why you should be thinking about your heart now... (Read More)

Trying to keep your mind sharp as you grow older? We all are. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to help keep your brain healthy. Here are eight of them: Stay connected. Many studies have shown that social connections and... (Read More)