Among us, there are many individuals who act in one capacity or another as a caregiver for a family member, neighbor, friend, or patient. Specifically, according to the National Family Caregivers Association, there are more than 65 million family caregivers in the U.S. right now. For many caregivers, this act of selfless service is not …
The Arthritis Foundation has a communications kit, "Let's Talk RA," available for individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). This free kit is a great resource for individuals with RA who are looking to self-manage their condition. It provides tools for communicating with health care professionals to determine a personal best course of treatment for RA. Specifically, …
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September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Events have been planned throughout the state of Missouri during the month to raise awareness about falls, the health problems they can cause, and how to prevent falls. To view events occurring in Missouri in September, please visit the Show Me Falls Free Missouri website. Most events occur on …
Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States and is one of Missouri’s most prevalent chronic health problems. Arthritis affects 1.4 million Missourians, with a projected increase of 1.72 million by 2030. Therefore, it's easy to see how arthritis has an impact on the lives of our friends, coworkers, neighbors, family members, …
May is Arthritis Action Month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have launched a new resource intended to provide information about diagnosis and management of the disease. The CDC provides 5 strategies meant to enhance the lives of those who have been diagnosed with arthritis or to help those who haven't been diagnosed keep it …
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One of the most effective ways to manage a chronic health condition like arthritis, asthma, diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure, is to become an effective self-manager. The folks at Arthritis Today magazine have put together a listing from A-Z of 26 things you can do to get started on self-managing your arthritis. You …
Health based researchers are constantly looking for the next big thing; the "wonder drug" that will help relieve pain and improve your health. Well, it looks like many researchers have hit on the same concept, which may turn out to be the biggest "wonder drug" for individuals with chronic conditions. Exercise. Good, old-fashioned movement may …
Do holiday meals make you easily frustrated? While there could be many reasons for your frustration, let's talk about how cooking or preparing a meal can be difficult, especially if you have limited mobility due to a chronic condition, such as arthritis or fibromyalgia.
"The USDA-sponsored program called AgrAbility Program serves farm families touched by disability. A disabling injury, illness, or lifelong disability can challenge anyone's hope, especially when the individual has been engaged in the physically demanding occupation of agricultural production. AgrAbility's mission is to enhance and protect quality of life and preserve livelihoods, and support and …
A new article in the Wall Street Journal highlights the importance of physical activity in the management of arthritis. The article provides some tips on becoming physically active, gives a success story of an arthritis sufferer who added physical activity into her lifestyle, and gives a generous amount of information on the state of arthritis …
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