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Respite Care Offers Double the Good Feelings

Anthology of Wheaton and Grayslake, Respite Care

Tired caregivers may not always know where to turn when it comes to supporting a beloved older family member. Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers. The program allows you a couple weeks (or more) of relief if you find yourself in need of a little you time. Knowing that care is available for […]

Mayo Clinic Q&A: How to Reverse Prediabetes

Prediabetes, Chicago Health Magazine Online

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m a 36-year-old man recently diagnosed with prediabetes. Is there a way to reverse this, or am I destined to eventually get diabetes? My healthcare provider says I’ve likely been in the prediabetes stage for a year or more. ANSWER: There are steps you can take to slow the progression of prediabetes […]