READ MOREUnderstanding Chronic Illness and Disability, Their Differences, and How to Get Support


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Living with a chronic illness can be a challenging and life-altering experience. Chronic illnesses impact more people than you can imagine, as the CDC reports that nearly 6 in 10 American adults suffer from at least one chronic illness while 4 in 10 have two or more chronic illnesses. These chronic diseases affect millions of…

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READ MORESelf-care for living with chronic illness


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It can be quite a blow when diagnosed with a chronic disease such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, etc. Know that it’s normal to experience a range of emotions in the wake of your diagnosis but know that you can live a fulfilling life. After the shock of your diagnosis and the rollercoaster of…

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READ MORELook out for these illnesses in 2014


Health headlines from 2013 show that last year held many changes, but while the Affordable Care Act may have been a big news story, infectious diseases provided a wide variety of top stories. Even if you are feeling well, it is important for you and your senior home care services personnel to keep these illnesses in mind:

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