Entries by angelo
How Immunizations Help
Contrary to popular belief, immunization is more than getting a shot from the doctor’s office. So, how does the process of immunization affect your immune system? In your body, there are white blood cells. These cells have the job of protecting your body from viral infections. When necessary, these white blood cells become a giant […]
Sleep After a Stroke
Recently, researchers have found that insomnia may be a long-term effect of a stroke. But what does that mean for those who have had a stroke in the past? Well, simply put, it means that the road to recovery may take a bit longer than expected. After a stroke, there are many physical, emotional, and […]
Help a Loved One Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
After a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, an individual may feel frightened about what the future holds. Knowing that he or she has a friend or family member to lean on may help make things a bit more comfortable in their changing world. Here are 5 easy ways to help: Talk About Changes Your Friend or […]
Healthy Eating After a Stroke
A healthy diet is key to recovery after a stroke. But according to the National Stroke Association, 8-34 percent of stroke survivors suffer from malnutrition. Not eating healthy to begin with has its negative effects. Not eating healthy after a stroke, however, slows down the recovery process and increases the chances of having another stroke. […]
Tips and Tricks to Help Your Memory
We’ve all had times when our memory has escaped us, and we know how frustrating that can be. Here are some easy tips and tricks to help improve your memory: Tag, You’re It! – Attach new information with what you already know. It’s easier to remember something if you can tag it to something already stored […]
Gender Puts Women More at Risk for Stroke
It was more than six years ago when Laura Trammell took the day off from work in the human resources department at Corpus Christi City Hall for her son’s birthday. It was a day that changed her life. After returning home from delivering cupcakes to her son’s school, she had an event that left her […]
Take Steps to Stop Stroke
According to the National Stroke Association, physically active individuals have a 25-30 percent chance of lower risk of stroke than less active individuals. An easy way to incorporate exercise into your day is to walk. You can do it anywhere, it’s free, and it’s low impact so it can help build strong bones and muscles […]
