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With Cataracts, Misinformation Seems to Abound in Charlotte NC

 With Cataracts, Misinformation Seems to Abound(HealthDay News) -- When medical experts talk about prevalence, they're usually referring to how common a particular disease might be. But in the case of cataracts, they might just as well be talking about how common it is to uncover misinformation and misunderstanding about the condition.Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness amongseniorsin the United States, with more than half of all U.S. residents developing the cloudy vision of cata... READ MORE Posted February 18, 2011 at 02:59 PM

Elder Care Charlotte NC: February is American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month Heart health is an area of grave concern among healthcare professionals, policy makers and the government. Heart disease has killed more Americans than any other diseases or chronic illnesses. It is the leading cause of death among patients of all race, gender and age. About 785,000 patients in the nation suffer their first heart attack every year and 470,000 of them have recurring heart attacks in a year. It has been estimated that heart attack affects one pa... READ MORE Posted February 11, 2011 at 01:23 PM

Why Caregivers in Charlotte, NC Need Respite Care

Giving Yourself a Break Helps You and Your Loved One From Carrie Hill, PhD Caregivers who use respite care often tell me that although caregiving is one of the hardest jobs they've ever had, they wouldn't trade the experience for anything. Helping a family member or close friend who has Alzheimer's disease can provide a sense of purpose and great satisfaction. Still, the emotional and physical demands of caregiving make it hard to be a caregiver 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Without respite ... READ MORE Posted February 07, 2011 at 06:54 AM