What do dolphins, butter, and Diabetes have in common? By a far stretch, a fatty acid called heptadecanoic acid is the common denominator that links these three completely unrelated things. A new study led by the National Marine Mammal Foundation (NMMF) reveals that...
Having arthritis means having a legitimate reason not to enjoy many of life’s most otherwise-enjoyable activities: doing them is simply too painful. Characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, arthritis can cause intense pain and stiffness that deteriorates...
At A-1 Home Care, we want to work with you to help preserve the independence of your loved ones and keep them in the place they call home. If any of your family has been affected by Alzheimer’s, you may already be familiar with the condition. Some of us may not know...
When a family member has a stroke, we understand and sympathize with the drastic effect it may have on your family. Your world may be turned upside down as you fear that your loved one will suffer from paralysis, loss of speech, or inability to understand language. ...
If you live in Southern California, chances are you are a driver. However, as much of a routine as driving is, a patient with Parkinson’s Disease might not be able to drive with such ease. Not only does it involve physical ability, but it also has to do with legal...
What is MS? For those that do not know MS is the abbreviation for Multiple Sclerosis. MS is a disease that disables the central nervous system and can disrupt the information between the brain and the body. It attacks your immune system as well as the protective...
