by Annie Beth | May 7, 2018 | Disability Overview
Diagnosed most often in children and young adults, Neurofibromatosis (NF) occurs worldwide and in all races, ethnic groups and both sexes. It does not discriminate. Not a contagious disease, it is best described as a set of complex genetic disorders affecting almost...
by Annie Beth | Apr 10, 2018 | Disability Overview
Our immune systems are composed of white blood cells. Think of them as Marines. Created in the bone marrow to travel through the bloodstream and lymph nodes, they protect and defend our body against attacks by “foreign” invaders such as bacteria, fungi,...
by Annie Beth | Mar 11, 2018 | Disability Overview, Hope This Way...
“I like to compare having cerebral palsy with faulty wiring in a computer. You might hit Enter, but the computer thinks you’re hitting the Delete key. As you can guess, this is frustrating, but people with cerebral palsy can learn to adapt and lead normal...
by Annie Beth | Feb 11, 2018 | Disability Overview
Caregivers should remember to care for themselves. American Heart Month is a good reminder to check your own heart health to ensure you remain healthy and able to enjoy life to the fullest. Cardiovascular diseases and stroke cause ONE in THREE women’s deaths each...
