Stroke affects the whole family, and here's how to help keep it together
May 17, 2021
A one-day-at-a-time approach to stroke recovery can help families stay connected. A neurologist and a caregiver offer advice.
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Son helps dad after back surgery, then dad helps son after stroke
May 7, 2021
After nursing his father back to health following back surgery, Tim Connery had a stroke that flipped the script on their relationship.
Higher 'spirituality' linked to better quality of life for stroke survivors, caregivers
May 26, 2020
While depression is common among stroke survivors and their caregivers, having a higher level of spirituality could boost their view of the world, according to new research.
As pandemic takes aim at vulnerable groups, Mr. Amos continues to deliver love and lunch
May 19, 2020
Even before the COVID-19 crisis, James Amos was the driving force behind the Brown Bag Bus program feeding kids in Alabama.
Caregiving is never easy, and COVID-19 has made it harder
May 7, 2020
As the coronavirus severs access to support, caregiving becomes even more of a challenge.
Tips for caregiving during the coronavirus pandemic
May 7, 2020
Careful planning, focusing on mental health and enforcing infection prevention practices are critical for caregivers in the era of COVID-19.
This nurse didn't just create a replacement N95 mask 鈥� hers filters more
May 6, 2020
Nurse Tommye Austin of San Antonio created a mask that rivals the popular N95 respirator mask 鈥� and hers comes with a loving story as a backdrop.
Pandemic puts health care workers' mental health on the line
Apr 7, 2020
As doctors and nurses face unprecedented strain and physical danger, paying attention to their mental health also is crucial.
At MIT, experts devote a day to talking caregiving
Jan 7, 2020
America鈥檚 caregivers are overwhelmed. A recent conference at MIT looked for ways to help.
After stroke ended professor's tenure, her book offers lessons for survivors, caregivers
Nov 7, 2019
Writing "Identity Theft" became a key part of Debra Meyerson鈥檚 recovery after a stroke.