Diabetes is a sneaky disease, in that most of the time early symptoms go unnoticed. As with many diseases, prevention, when possible, is best. If we can’t prevent a disease, then early detection and treatment may offset many of the ailments that could accumulate as an undetected disease progresses.
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Diabetes education (DSMT) is a Medicare-paid benefit – don’t miss out
by Carol Bradley Bursack, Editor-in-ChiefMarch 12th, 2011 at 3:06 am
What’s good for the heart is good for the brain
by Carol Bradley Bursack, Editor-in-ChiefFebruary 12th, 2011 at 3:06 am
February is Healthy Heart month, which, considering Valentine’s Day is February 14th, is fitting. The most wonderful Valentine’s Day gift we can receive from someone we love is that they stay healthy and vibrant. That also means that the most valuable Valentine’s Day gift we can give our loved ones is to keep ourselves healthy.
My Self-Care Challenge
by Sue LanzaFebruary 10th, 2011 at 6:49 am
In the broad life category of “it’s not too late to re-invent yourself”, I have decided that this year I will grow up, get real and be healthy. I know, I know. I am even scaring myself with this new commitment. For the record, this bombshell did not come as a new year’s resolution; just an idea that developed over time.
Memory fitness plan: Pulling it all together
by Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A. CCC/SLPJanuary 21st, 2011 at 3:11 am
Now that you have an entire 7 day memory fitness plan, you can start by focusing on only one strategy for each day of the week. Totally overhauling all your habits at the same time is not usually very successful. Since repetition is one of the keys to retaining information, this plan was created to break up each area related to memory fitness into doable parts.
Memory fitness plan: Upgrade your lifestyle choices
by Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A. CCC/SLPJanuary 10th, 2011 at 3:12 am
Did you know that good health habits can have a positive impact on your ability to remember? How well are you taking care of your body? Adequate sleep, good nutrition and regular exercise matter when it comes to memory fitness.
Carol Bradley Bursack
