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Discover Wellness on how to deal with spinal disc decompression – LIVING WELL Magazine

October 13, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Spinal Disc Decompression
The Latest in Spinal Rehabilitation Therapy
Courtesy Discover Wellness, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Many have paid thousands of dollars for spinal disc decompression with the promise that it is a panacea for their pain. But this highly effective and relatively inexpensive treatment should be used in combination with other rehab therapies for the best results. […]

In Your Home Care on why seniors need to exercise – LIVING WELL Magazine

October 4, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Why Seniors Need to Exercise
By Karin LaRocca, RN, BSN, Administrator, In Your Home Care
Regular physical activity, in addition to making you look and feel good, lowers risk for a variety of conditions that increase when we age. […]

D'Novo Salon: Why Wig It? LIVING WELL Magazine

October 3, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

WHY WIG IT ?

Courtesy D’Novo Salon, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine

The ancient Egyptians started covering their bald heads 3,000 years ago. Fast forward to today and the “alternative hair” market is more popular than ever. Advanced technology, affordability, choices galore, immense popularity, convenience, and sensibility all describe the current demand for hair enhancements, especially the everlasting wig. […]

Chet Harrell from the Alzheimer's Association on the 2011 Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease on Oct. 15 – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 29, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

2011 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease

By Chet Harrell, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine

On October 15, 2011 hundreds of Northshore residents will unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions at the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. In 2010 the Northshore Walk raised nearly $54,000, contributing to more than $42.2 million raised by participants nationwide for care, support and research efforts for those impacted by Alzheimer’s. […]

Notre Dame Hospice: The Archdiocese of New Orleans Provides a Continuum of Care – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 24, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Archdiocese of New Orleans Provides a Continuum of Care
By Susan Hanson, Notre Dame Hospice, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Walter has lived all of his life in New Orleans. He is retired but active. He lives in the same house he has always lived in, the one where he and his wife raised four children. […]

Lifecare Technology Medical Supply asks "Will you be a statistic?" – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 21, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Will You Be A Statistic? – Type II Diabetes
Courtesy Lifecare Technology Medical Supply, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Diabetes is sweeping the nation as a wild fire. It is estimated that one in three will be diagnosed with diabetes at some point in their lives. How sad is that?
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American Cancer Society helps patients get on the road to recovery – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 20, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

American Cancer Society Helps Patients Get On The Road to Recovery

By Rhonda Hollen, American Cancer Society, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Monica Field was diagnosed with cancer in 2009. And with no way home from her daily radiation treatments, she was at a crossroads.

“It’s like starting out on a long journey, but it’s a trip where you don’t know where you’re going or how you’re going to get there,” says Field. “The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Program showed me the way.” […]

The St. Tammany Council on Aging on serving the community – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 17, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

COAST Serves Our Community
By Mary Toti, Executive Director of the St. Tammany Council on Aging, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
The St. Tammany Council on Aging (COAST) has helped seniors achieve and maintain independence since 1967. Seniors and their caregivers come to us to learn about services and other support that will improve their lives. […]

Diane LaPlace of Keller Williams Real Estate talks location, location, location – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 14, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

THE BEST TIME TO BUY IS NOW!

By Diane LaPlace, Keller Williams Real Estate, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Location, location, location. In the latter half of 2011 that adage should come back into vogue. But first, more declines. […]

Northlake Periodontics discusses periodontal disease – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 5, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

I Had No Idea Periodontal Disease Is Linked to . . .

Courtesy Northlake Periodontics, LLC., Northlake Periodontics, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine

You may be aware of stories in the news recently that link periodontal disease to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and low-birthweight babies. Research shows that having periodontal disease can put you at risk for conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, certain cancers and kidney disease. […]