SupportGroups.com is an online support groups community that has over 220 Online Support Groups for any dealing with HIV. http://hiv.supportgroups.com/
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The GEORGIA VETERANS GROUP, INC., is a non-profit veteran advocacy group. Our mission is to assist veterans, and/or their families whenever and wherever we can. This includes, assistance with VA and Social Security claims, knowledge and information on a variety of issues that plague our families and communities. http://www.georgiaveterans.org/
Active surveillance for prostate cancer - Mayo Clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/active-surveillance-for-prostate-cance…
During active surveillance (watchful waiting) you and your Dr. closely monitor your prostate cancer for any changes. Frequent tests are done to check for signs the cancer is growing.
Maintenance of general good health is very important for persons with MS or any chronic disorder. A well-balanced and carefully planned diet will help to achieve this goal. MS specialists recommend http://www.nationalmssociety.org/living-with-multiple-sclerosis/healthy…
Exercise and multiple sclerosis - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15575796 Despite the often unpredictable clinical course of MS, exercise programmes designed to increase cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength and mobility provide benefits that enhance lifestyle activity and quality of life while reducing risk of secondary disorders.
Advanced Prostate Cancer and Caregiving. The role of caregiver involves a wide range of responsibilities. Here is a great article to help you figure it out - http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/guide/prostate-cancer--caregivers
Here is the National Cancer Inst. video on African American Men and prostate cancer awareness - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pmijciboDc&list=PLYKy4VbxNln6yb4zT3jBjA…
We've found a lot of great info. for dealing with muscular dystrophy on kidshealth, including exercise, diet, and lots more http://kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/bones/muscular_dystrophy…
Swimming therapy helps muscular dystrophy patients
http://www.wndu.com/mmm/headlines/27624464.html
GSK muscular dystrophy drug gets "breakthrough" status
http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/06/27/gsk-idUSWLB003QT20130627
If you are disabled and over 50, this is resource to help get you benefits - https://disabilityover50.com/?src=fbdo50all0905dnf
Mayo Overview for Stroke Treatment and Diagnosis
http://www.mayoclinic.org/stroke/?mc_id=comlinkpilot&placement=bottom
The CDC has an amazing educational resources for helping patients and caregivers deal with a stroke
http://www.cdc.gov/stroke/materials_for_patients.htm
Jill Bolte Taylor: Her own stroke, and her cregiving for her brothers bi-polar disorder is a visionary TED Talk http://www.ted.com/talks/jill_bolte_taylor_s_powerful_stroke_of_insight…
Atrial Fibrillation aka "afib" - Here's what you need to know about it, for yourself and your loved ones.
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Arrhythmia/AboutArrhythmia/Atr…
MS drug might work against Alzheimer's - Cedars-Sinai launches Phase I clinical trial to study tolerability of immunization to treat Alzheimer's disease
http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130813/Cedars-Sinai-launches-Phase-I…
Detecting Alzheimer’s Before Symptoms Appear - Profiling the work of Cedars-Sinai’s Keith L. Black, MD, CNN reports on a promising new approach to detecting Alzheimer’s disease. http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/health/2013/08/16/gupta-alzheim…
From the Mayo Clinic - http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/huntingtons-disease/DS00401/DSECTION=t…
No treatments can alter the course of Huntington's disease. But medications can lessen some symptoms of movement and psychiatric disorders. And multiple interventions can help a person adapt to changes in his or her abilities.
When you are experiencing the stress of diagnosis, make sure to take care of your wellness on ALL levels. If appropriate to your diagnosis, receiving bodywork such as massage or craniosacral can *immensely* support your overall wellness.
When you are experiencing the stress of diagnosis, make sure to take care of your wellness on ALL levels. If appropriate to your diagnosis, receiving bodywork such as massage or craniosacral can *immensely* support your overall wellness.