Diabetic neuropathy is a condition that affects many people worldwide and in the state of Georgia. Yet, many people don’t realize that the condition’s impact extends beyond physical symptoms, as it can also significantly impact mental health. Learn more about the connection of diabetic neuropathy from mind to nerve below! Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy When we …
We are celebrating April as National Minority Health Month is a crucial reminder to include varied diversity in advancing health. From medical research to treatments, the value of diversity in clinical trials is becoming increasingly evident. Learn more about its relevance in our blog! National Minority Health Month …
It can be challenging to sort through so much information about knee osteoarthritis and determine which activities are beneficial and which you should avoid. Luckily, our blog on the do’s and don’ts for knee osteoarthritis (OA) can help you sort it all out. Read more now! The Value of Physical Activity for Knee OA Avoiding …
A difficult health diagnosis can be scary, so why not explore all available options? As we move into 2023, more and more people are turning to clinical trials as part of their healthcare journey. Read our latest blog, where we’ll discuss 5 reasons why you should consider clinical trials in the new year! Benefits of …
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating disease affecting the knee joint. The good news is that significant strides have been made in treating and managing the condition over the years. In this blog, we’ll provide a brief history of knee osteoarthritis research and discuss why it is still an important area of focus for researchers …
If you’re like most people, you probably take your knees for granted. They allow us to do some of the things we enjoy most in life and take us from point A-to-point-B every day. But what would you do if one day you woke up and couldn’t use them the way you once could? This …
It’s important to remember, that mental health is equally as important for Alzheimer’s disease patients as physical health. In this blog, we explore how Alzheimer’s and mental illness meet and how research continues to find more critical links. We often hear the term mental health mentioned loosely in conversation but may fail to remember what …
When discussing Alzheimer’s versus dementia, it’s important to note that they are not terms that should be used interchangeably. Learn more about what distinguishes the two and why knowing the difference is vital. Alzheimer’s and Dementia – How They’re Similar Yet Different To understand how Alzheimer’s and dementia overlap, we must first understand them individually. …
Alzheimer’s is a disease where proteins build up in the brain to form structures that cause brain cells to die. In turn, these plaques or “tangles” affect the functions controlled by the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is more prevalent in people after the age of 65. However, early onset or “younger onset” Alzheimer’s is when symptoms …
According to current figures for 2022, about 6.5 million people in the U.S. over 65 are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Out of these, 6.5 million women are disproportionally affected by this disease, with almost two-thirds of all Alzheimer’s patients being females. Understanding the gender differences in Alzheimer’s disease involves several factors. Keep reading to learn …
