FAQs About Traumatic Brain Injuries in Elderly Adults
Is your elderly loved one at risk for a traumatic brain injury? Chances are if they are 75 or older, they belong to the age group with the highest rates of traumatic brain injuries that result in hospitalization, long-term care, and even death. The leading cause of traumatic brain injury in the elderly is falls. […]
March is National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month
Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is a disease that affects the nervous system. While most cases of MS are diagnosed people in their 20s and 30s, around 5 percent of all cases occur in individuals over the age of 50. Because the symptoms of MS mimic many other illnesses and conditions, multiple sclerosis often […]
What’s the Best Way to Manage Chronic Pain?
There are many causes of chronic pain, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, and many more. Chronic pain is pain that lasts for a long period of time, months or more. Up to 50 million people in the United States suffer from chronic pain. Unfortunately, regardless of the cause, chronic pain is still largely a mystery […]
Family Caregiver Education and Support Group
2nd Tuesday of Each Month 4:00 – 5:00pm Gardens of Gainesville 3319 Thompson Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30506 678-207-2345 Being a caregiver can be stressful at times. We’re here to help. Whether you’re caring for a parent, neighbor, or friend learn how to make time for yourself, receive the advice and encouragement you need. […]
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Chickenpox?
It is a common misconception that chickenpox is only a childhood disease. The reality is that people of all ages can and do develop chickenpox and it can be dangerous at any point in life. This infection can be particularly dangerous for elderly adults who have immune systems that are not as strong and effective […]