CLICK HERE: Stroke Risk Calculator U.S. Stroke statistics (CDC) ↓ CLICK BELOW ↓ Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of stroke. Each year, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke. About 610,000 of these are first or new strokes. About 87% of…
Residents with spinal cord injuries are acutely aware of how little medical science can do to help them truly heal. Once the spinal cord has been damaged, there is not much expectation of improvement. The focus is on living the healthiest life possible and coping with the physical challenges that often follow a spinal cord…
April is American Diabetes Month Diabetes is a group of diseases that deal with how your body utilizes blood sugar, also known as glucose. Glucose provides energy to our cells; without it, we cannot function. There is Type I and Type II diabetes and it is important to know the significant difference between the two.…
As people age, the homes that were once a source of security can become a danger. Many New Yorkers would prefer to stay in their own home. This means that changes must be made to keep them safe. Some of these changes may be easy to spot, while others might not be so obvious. Here’s…
Calculate Your Heart Age According to the NYC Department of Health: “The average NYC adult has a heart age that is almost 6 years older than their actual age. Having a heart age that is older than your actual age increases your risk of heart attack or stroke. Use this simple calculator to determine your…
A congestive heart failure (CHF) diagnosis often comes with a recommendation you’re not used to hearing from a doctor: don’t drink too much water. Excessive fluid intake can make CHF worse. And patients must keep an eye on how much they’re drinking. This may feel strange at first, but we have some tips to help…
More Energy This Year! As caregivers, we get so caught up in other people that we often find it strange and difficult to make time for ourselves. A number of years ago, I resolved to not let that happen. With my empty nest, there was no reason why I could not embark on that exercise…
Many of us hate to admit it, but weight is an issue we must confront head on. It is no fun. Losing weight is difficult. This is especially true for older Americans, those 65 and older. More than two thirds of the country are overweight. Many of our seniors suffer from the same problem. To…
Does Cerebral Palsy get worse with age? This is a common question caregivers in Briarwood and throughout the greater New York area ask. The simple answer is, no. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a non-progressive disorder. In other words, that specific condition will not worsen as we age, but the symptoms can change. Still, aging brings…
Though low dose aspirin has been in the news lately, it is still an important component for preventing heart attacks and strokes. Heart disease is a serious public health issue. It’s responsible for roughly 25 percent of deaths in the US, making it the top cause of death in the country. For decades, one of…