“Watch out! You nearly broad sided that car!” My father yelled at me. “Can’t you do anything right?” Those words hurt worse than blows. I turned my head toward the elderly man in the seat beside me, daring me to challenge him. A lump rose in my throat as I averted my eyes. I wasn’t [...]
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Just the possibility or the mention of the word cancer can put fear into the hearts of even the bravest. The fight against cancer has come a long way, and many lives have been saved due to the development of cutting edge treatments and early diagnosis. Yet regardless of progress and the strength of the [...]
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When do we need to stop driving? As early adolescents, daydreams of driving start to become more frequent for both males and females. What will it be like to be able to drive and not have to depend on anyone else? Will mom and dad let me have my own car? Will I be able [...]
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You probably know someone who has needed long-term care. Maybe you have witnessed a family member, friend or colleague struggle with the emotional and financial issues that can come with a long-term care experience. The truth is, no matter when the need arises, because of age, disability, or because of an unexpected illness or accident, [...]
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What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease (PD) belongs to a group of conditions called motor system disorders, which are the result of the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells. The four primary symptoms of PD are tremor, or trembling in hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face; rigidity, or stiffness of the limbs and trunk; bradykinesia, or [...]
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