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Alzheimer’s and Brain Health
In June, Alzheimer’s and Brain Health comes to the forefront. Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible progressive brain disorder that takes away memory, thinking skills and in time the ability to do simple tasks. Alzheimer’s is currently ranked as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States and is the most common cause of […]
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The Certainty of Change
One thing you can count on in life is the certainty of change! Change is an inherent part of life. From the moment we are born, we are thrust into a world that is in a constant state of flux. Seasons change, people change, circumstances change. Change is inevitable, and it can be one of […]
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National Women’s Health Week
During National Women’s Health Week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health is encouraging women and girls to reflect on their individual needs and take steps to improve and maintain their overall health. It’s always a good time to pay attention to health! Build a Foundation of Good Health Women, […]
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Awareness and Appreciation
May is here and the theme for today is awareness and appreciation. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, ALS Awareness Month and National Military Appreciation Month . This past week was Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurses Week. And, today is Mother’s Day! It’s a month of recognition! Mental Health Awareness Mental Health Awareness Month […]
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Out of Love
“Out of Love” is a book written by Lynn Abaté-Johnson. Lynn and I met when she and her husband relocated from Northern California. Today I am featuring her in my Advisory Perspective Series. Mother’s Day is around the corner. It seemed a perfect time to highlight Lynn’s caregiving journey. After being a primary caregiver for […]
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Stress Awareness
April is Stress Awareness Month. Bringing attention to stress awareness began in 1992 when the first Stress Awareness Month was launched. This year, it seems particularly important. Today, let’s look at stress awareness from many angles! Stress is term used often, yet how we experience stress is different for each of us. There is no […]
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Patient Advocacy
Patient Advocacy is top of mind this week as I check in on a friend’s mom. My heart goes out to the healthcare professionals. The impact from Covid is felt across the board – from CNA’s, to Nurses, to Case Managers, to PT/OT, to Doctors. Post-Covid, patient advocacy seems more important that ever. Let’s dig […]
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National Healthcare Decisions Day
National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) is observed annually on April 16th since 2008. It started to highlight the importance of healthcare advanced care planning. Since today is April, 16th, it’s a great day to review all things advanced care planning 🙂 This day is set aside to create awareness and think through your wishes ahead […]
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Responsibilities Begin at 18
Transitioning into adulthood for teens is a big deal! Independence and responsibilities begin in earnest at the age of 18. Parents, be aware of what turning 18 means for your teens. In most states, the age of 18 is when a person is officially and legally viewed as an adult, and provides teens the ability […]
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