Juvenile Arthritis: Symptoms, Types, and What an MRI Shows Inside the Joint July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to recognize the autoimmune and inflammatory diseases that can affect children and teens. Juvenile arthritis can cause joint pain, swelling, stiffness, fatigue, and problems with movement. Some forms also affect …
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: Know the Facts on Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Brain Health, and MRI Each June, Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month encourages families, caregivers, and communities to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, brain health, and the importance of early evaluation. Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the …
Arthritis affects people of all ages and can interfere with movement, work, sleep, and everyday routines. While many people think of arthritis as normal joint wear that comes with aging, arthritis is not one single condition. It includes more than 100 diseases that affect the joints, tissues around the joints, …
Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month: Genetic Testing, Research, and the Future of Care Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, coordination, and overall brain function. While symptoms often develop gradually, research has shown that Parkinson’s is influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Understanding these factors …
Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers when it is detected early, yet it remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. One of the main reasons for this is that many people either delay screening or are unsure when …
Why Heart Health Still Matters February is American Heart Month, a nationwide public health initiative led by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to educate the public about heart disease and promote prevention strategies. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States …
