The American Cancer Society defines pancreatic cancer as, “a type of cancer that starts in the pancreas.” It was predicted that 2019 saw a 2% rise in pancreatic cancer rates as more than 56,700 Americans would be diagnosed with the disease. Among them, was popular game show host Alex Trebek whose diagnosis raised global awareness. …
Every year since 1983, November has been recognized in the United States as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. It is a wellness campaign to “raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia.” The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), states that Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia among the …
Each November, National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated across America to honor and recognize family caregivers who selflessly render care around the clock to family, friends, and loved ones who are sick, elderly, or disabled. The Caregivers Action Network (CAN), picks the theme for each year, and for 2020, the theme is, “Caregiving Around the …
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The American Lung Association defines emphysema as “one of the diseases that comprises COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Emphysema involves gradual damage of lung tissue. Specifically thinning and destruction of the alveoli or air sacs.” The Mayo Clinic explains that “You can have emphysema for many years without noticing any signs or symptoms. The main …
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As the U.S. 2020-2021 flu season rolls in to meet the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, health organizations all over the world are predicting increased illness attributed to the flu season reaching its peak as increased cases of COVID-19 are also expected. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tracks influenza related deaths but does …