Diabetes, an illness that causes the body to produce too much sugar (glucose), can wreak havoc on a person's health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "diabetes can cause serious health complications including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-extremity amputations." In fact, it is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States. Most people know someone with type 2 diabetes, so the disease is familiar, but what may not be apparent - there are steps one can take to keep diabetes at bay.
Diabetes Hits Home
My grandmother suffered from diabetes. The illness took
Living with Alzheimer’s: Prolonging Memories
by Joe Lawrence November 11th, 2012 | Aging Well, Health Observance
Imagine hearing that you have Alzheimer's. The fear of losing memories, the fear of forgetting those around you, and the fear of losing the ability to do everyday things you have come to enjoy. There are a few things that can be done to prolong these precious moments.
The one thing that people fear losing the most (after a love one, of course) is the family photos. This is because they are the precious memories of children eating birthday cake or wedding photos or even that loved one whom meant the world to you. If you think about what is
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The one thing that people fear losing the most (after a love one, of course) is the family photos. This is because they are the precious memories of children eating birthday cake or wedding photos or even that loved one whom meant the world to you. If you think about what is
November is American Diabetes Month
by Kimberly Hays October 25th, 2012 | Health Observance
The American Diabetes Association recognizes November as American Diabetes Month in order to bring awareness of the rapid growth of diabetes in our country. With 200 lives lost every day to the disease, they want to bring attention to the causes, treatments, and prevention.
Statistics show that type 2 diabetes is escalating at a rampant rate. Type 2 diabetes is accountable for 90 percent of all diabetes in the country. It is believed that it is preventable, or at least can be delayed, with proper nutrition and exercise. This fact is what brought forth the proclamation in 2011 by President
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Statistics show that type 2 diabetes is escalating at a rampant rate. Type 2 diabetes is accountable for 90 percent of all diabetes in the country. It is believed that it is preventable, or at least can be delayed, with proper nutrition and exercise. This fact is what brought forth the proclamation in 2011 by President
Breast Cancer Prevention
by Lori Sciame October 15th, 2012 | Health Observance
Across America, the color pink dominates this month. From pro football games, to the White House, to local girl's volleyball games, citizens embrace everything pink to spread the word about breast cancer awareness. Since the establishment of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the general population has certainly began to take this type of cancer much more seriously. Women complete self-breast exams, and they go in for mammograms at a much higher rate.
Prevention Remains Key
This is great news, yet women can do even more to prevent this type of cancer from invading their lives. Read on to learn three
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Prevention Remains Key
This is great news, yet women can do even more to prevent this type of cancer from invading their lives. Read on to learn three
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
by Kimberly Hays October 9th, 2012 | Health Observance
Breast cancer came to the forefront in the 1980’s when former first lady Betty Ford, along with her daughter, Susan, told of fighting the disease. Prior to that, people didn’t talk much about breast cancer. With sharing this experience, an open dialogue started, which encouraged health organizations to bring more attention to the disease. This led to National Breast Cancer Awareness Month being established.
In 2009, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month began to bring even more awareness to the public. Although October is the month of observance, all of the non-profits and government organizations that participate are active all year
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In 2009, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month began to bring even more awareness to the public. Although October is the month of observance, all of the non-profits and government organizations that participate are active all year