Resources
Family Caregivers Guide
Emotional-Spiritual Issues
Finding the balance between grief and hope. Coming to terms with spirituality and family discord
Living with Serious Illness
Day-to-day tips and insights for living well with cancer, chf, copd and dementia
Signs of chronic inflammation
Joint pain, fatigue, depression, or persistent infections are just some of the possible symptoms of chronic inflammation. There is no specific blood test to zero in on the source of the problem. But the symptoms will point to the area(s) most likely affected and help the doctor investigate further.
Listening when a loved one is sad
As the saying goes, “A grief shared is half a grief.” Learn to offer comfort to a loved one without jumping in too soon with reassurances or solutions. Such responses typically backfire. While comforting for the listener, they are more likely to close your relative down emotionally.
Choosing a complementary medical practitioner
More and more Americans are turning to complementary and alternative healers such as herbalists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists. Learn the questions to ask as you search for a provider.