Health & Wellness

By Bernard Freeman How you handle stress is a huge factor in the rest of your health as well as your overall quality of life; poor stress management can make…

By Bernard Freeman Being healthy starts well before you ever get sick and need a doctor. Preventative health care can go a long way toward keeping your immune system strong…

By Bernard Freeman Retirement means unlimited vacation days — time to take all those trips you couldn’t fit into your few weeks of annual vacation during your working life, energy…

By Bernard Freeman An effective health insurance policy shouldn’t be your only line of defense against life’s risks. Your habits must complement your coverage to give you the best chance…

By Bernard Freeman Finding out a loved one has a fatal disease introduces a host of emotions. Alzheimer’s can be particularly difficult because the person experiences personality changes, forgets people…

By Bernard Freeman An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be scary, and people often don’t know where to turn for information or even what questions to ask the doctor. The National Institute…

By Bernard Freeman The federally funded National Family Caregiver Support Program provides grants to states that pay for a variety of different support systems for people who are caring for…

By Bernard Freeman Caregivers want to know their loved ones are taken care of when they’re not able to be with them. If you’re hiring a professional part-time caregiver, either…

By Bernard Freeman Respite care is available as a support for informal caregivers — to give them time off, fulfill needs they are unable to meet and otherwise help take…

By Bernard Freeman Studies show that more than 90 percent of physical ailments are caused or exacerbated by stress. Mental and emotional issues also can bleed into the body, with…