What’s New on Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer is one of the more common types of cancer affecting men. Through a CancerCare Connect conference call, we were able to learn about what’s new in the medical community about this disease. Since testosterone acts as fuel for prostate cancer, one of the...
Different Types of Arthritis
A lot of people think that arthritis is only one disease, but arthritis is a group of more than 100 types of joint inflammation. We are certainly not going to list every single type of arthritis here, but we want to shed some light on the most common types of the...
Alzheimer’s Advice
Alzheimer’s Disease is largely associated with memory loss in seniors over 65. It is a form of dementia that impairs the cognitive ability to perform simple tasks like adding and subtracting, balancing a checkbook, or turning off the stove after cooking. It is a...
Is Your Elderly Loved One at Risk for a Fatal Fall?
If your elderly loved one suffers from Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s Disease, Arthritis or other disease that weakens his ability to walk or maintain balance, he may be at risk for a deadly fall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidental...
Why Home Care Makes It Easy
You are seeking a caregiver but are not sure where to start. Your aging elderly loved ones have already expressed that they do not want to be placed in a nursing home, but you are at the peak of your career and cannot afford to take time off to figure things out. ...
The Benefits of Exercising
Exercising is not only beneficial to our physical health, but it has advantages to our overall wellness. It improves your sleep, boosts your mood, and is good for the brain. Older adults should start with intensive workouts and should always approach with caution at...
Alzheimer, Dementia or Parkinson’s In-Home Care
Taking care of the seniors and elderly in your family can become stressful if they are suffering from an illness. A-1 Home Care is here to assist you in managing your life. A-1 Home Care offers in-home care services to elders and seniors with special needs. Our...
Causes of Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Up to this point, the most recent findings 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 brain play...
Controlling Blood Pressure
If your blood pressure level is dangerously high, then medication is recommended. However, if the blood pressure is life-threateningly high, then there are many ways you can control high blood pressure without the need of medication according to the Mayo Clinic....