With September being Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, we thought it fitting to talk about whether or not age increases the risk of this type of cancer that affects 43,000 people each year. We see many patients in hospice care in…
First off, there really isn’t a “right” way to grieve. Everyone is different and therefore everyone moves through the stages of grief at a different pace. Losing someone you love in San Mateo and elsewhere is never easy. Thankfully, bereavement…
When the decision to enter hospice has been made, it can be a relief to the family members as well as the patient. Hospice care in San Francisco and elsewhere can be a welcome experience after battling a long illness,…
A lot of progress has been made in the understanding and possible prevention of Alzheimer’s disease, but there is still so much that scientists don’t know. Right now there is no cure for this disease that affects more than six…
If someone you love is mourning the loss of someone they love, you may be at a loss as to what to say or do to comfort them. Sometimes it’s enough to let them know you’re there for them. But…
August is National Water Quality Month and World Water Week is August 23 to September 1. In honor of these two important dates, today’s blog will focus on why quality and quantity of water counts when it comes to a…
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day, so we would like to use this space to talk about the commonalities of grief that form the foundation for most people who have lost someone in Alameda County and elsewhere. This day…
In honor of “What Will Be Your Legacy” month this August, we will talk about how to plan and share your legacy for future generations. This is a great time to reflect on what you have, how you will protect…
August 8 has been designated Dying to Know Day and it’s an annual campaign that’s all about empowering people at all stages to live and die well. A big part of that is being proactive about end-of-life planning. The premise…
If you are a middle-aged adult in your 40s or 50s and are tasked with caring for your own children as well as your elderly parents at the same time, you are a part of the sandwich generation. This can…