Here’s How to Get More ZZZs We can all expect an occasional sleepless night during and after pregnancy. But, baby aside, there are plenty of external factors that might be causing you to stare at the ceiling night after night. Fortunately, there are also plenty of ways to fight back. Keep reading for smart advice that will put you right to sleep. Do you have a sleep disorder? Before you start making changes to your lifestyle, it may be a good idea to talk to your doctor about the potential of having a sleep disorder. According to Harvard University, there are many different types of sleep disorders, from insomnia to obstructive sleep apnea, the latter of which can be fatal. Rule out any serious medical concerns before moving forward. Diet … [Read more...]
THE MILLENNIAL GENERATION EMBRACES WELLNESS, BUT HOW DO THEY DEAL WITH SERIOUS CHRONIC DISEASES?
Many Millennial-aged People with Multiple Sclerosis Put Their Own Health Challenges on the Back Burner, Not Fully Understanding the Implications of Proactively Managing their Condition It’s no secret that the millennial generation embraces wellness and has helped bring health-mindedness to the forefront of pop culture today. But when it comes to taking care of more serious health challenges, many experts are noticing people in their 20’s or 30’s are approaching healthcare differently and often prioritizing “living their best lives” over thinking about their health. For younger people with serious health issues, putting off talking to a doctor or not getting on an effective therapy after the diagnosis of a chronic disease can have irreversible implications in the long-term. This is … [Read more...]
WHEN YOUR WORK FAMILY IS YOUR SUPPORT AWAY FROM HOME WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU ARE FACING A SERIOUS ILLNESS?
For many, work is more than a paycheck. The average full-time American employee works over 40 hours a week at work, so it comes as little surprise that a majority of employees (56%) report spending more time with their “work family” than they do at home. One survey, which sampled 1,000 full-time office workers ages 18-65, found that having a familial relationship with co-workers boosts productivity and feelings of well-being in the workplace. Another critical element of having a “work family” is they can be a support system if you or someone you love develops a chronic disease, such as cancer. How can co-workers lend the most effective and meaningful support without being intrusive? Creating an inclusive and positive environment for an employee coping with a serious medical … [Read more...]
Call for Caregiver Stories – Caregiver Summit 4
For our first three Summits, we have leveraged the knowledge of well-known experts in the field, many of whom have been caregivers themselves. For our fourth Summit, we want to exclusively feature actual caregivers and their stories. Do you have a compelling caregiver journey you would like to share? Know someone who does? We would like to hear from you. We are also trying to develop new content that matches what my partner company, GIS, is providing in our Caregiver solution offering, which is currently helping some 5.5 family caregivers. To that end, here is what we are looking for: - Compelling stories and angles of any kind - Caregivers who are caring for those with dementia, head trauma, cancer, pulmonary heart disease, COPD, diabetes, congestive heart failure, substance … [Read more...]
NYC Marathon…”Completing the next step”..Gene Fisch,jr from Facebook
NYC Marathon..."Completing the next step"..Gene Fisch,jr from Facebook For every sad story,there are 100's of human courage,strength,and wisdom along the way.Here's a Facebook account of Gene Fisch,Jr.Read his NYC Marathon's inspiring expressions that's worth sharing. <https://www.facebook.com/541328665/posts/10156912018383666?d=n&sfns=mo … [Read more...]
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