Up to this point, the most recent findings about we have about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) come from a study conducted by Cedars-Sinai researchers. This study, published in the journal Science (2016), reveals that genetic mutations in immune cells in the...
According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes causes more deaths each year than AIDS and breast cancer combined! Diabetes is an umbrella term for a group of diseases that result in excessive sugar levels in the blood. It comes in various forms such...
At A-1 Home Care, we know it can be difficult to have a loved one who suffers from Cancer. Seeing your loved one struggle with exhaustion, take medication all the time, have trouble sleeping from anxiety, and more can take its toll on you as well. The American...
Without proper education and preparation, family caregivers could suffer serious emotional consequences if they are taking care of an elderly person who displays aggressive behavior associated with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Aggression is not just...
Many seniors suffer with chronic pain, yet because of the changes in their body due to age, this population is much more vulnerable to side effects and overdosing according to the NIH. Therefore, it is a challenge to help manage pain in the elderly individuals,...
