It’s that time again… National Youth Sports Week runs from July 15 to July 21 and is designed to help coaches, players, athletic and recreation directors, association members, sponsors, parents, and Congress raise awareness for youth programs and sports injury while promoting healthy lifestyles for … [Read more...] about National Youth Sports Week 2019
Concerned About Cognitive Decline?
Light Therapy May Protect the Brain from cognitive decline. Have you ever had trouble remembering something or finding the right words? Is it due to cognitive decline, or are you just having an “off” day? A certain amount of cognitive decline is expected with aging, however, for many people, … [Read more...] about Concerned About Cognitive Decline?
Brain Health and Technology… There’s an app for that!
Technology… it’s all around us every day, and more people are exposed to technology at an earlier age than ever before. Some say that it is not uncommon for kids to carry smartphones by age 10. Social media and tech companies such as Google, Facebook, Instagram, and many others are vying for our … [Read more...] about Brain Health and Technology… There’s an app for that!
Summer Smarts
Can brain health change with the seasons? Summer is here, and with it are longer days and more Vitamin D courtesy of the extended sunshine hours. With more outdoor activities calling and more socializing with family and friends – pool parties and barbecues galore – it has been known that the … [Read more...] about Summer Smarts
Can Arthritis Trigger a Migraine?
Did you know that a migraine is the third most common disease worldwide? More people suffer from them than from diabetes, epilepsy, and asthma combined. In the U.S., over 12 percent of the population experiences these, and a percentage of those suffering from chronic migraines, or 15 migraines or … [Read more...] about Can Arthritis Trigger a Migraine?
Living with Tourette’s
Often misrepresented and misunderstood, Tourette syndrome is more than a condition that causes random swearing, as usually depicted in the media. A neurological condition, Tourette syndrome affects an estimated 1 in every 360 children… and those are the diagnosed cases. The Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about Living with Tourette’s
Fitness Level May Impact Risk of Stroke
It's common knowledge that physical fitness is essential, particularly as we age. Your fitness level can help combat many conditions that become more prevalent as we age. Enhancing flexibility, improving our immune system's ability to ward off chronic illnesses, and maintaining a healthy weight are … [Read more...] about Fitness Level May Impact Risk of Stroke
The Buzz About Brain Training
Brain games have received a lot of buzz for the last several years, but is there any truth to the idea that this type of brain training can slow down or even prevent aging and cognitive decline? Many people believe there is validity there, including one famous athlete who regularly practices brain … [Read more...] about The Buzz About Brain Training
Raising Awareness About Strokes
In May alone, 65,000 people in the U.S. will experience a stroke. Many people who experience strokes are not even aware that they are at risk. To raise awareness, the National Stroke Association has designated May as National Stroke Awareness Month. This year, they have focused on increasing … [Read more...] about Raising Awareness About Strokes