This website has a large amount of great information on treating and beating colon and bowel cancers!
http://www.beatingbowelcancer.org/
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Programs Por tu familia - Diabetes
http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/programs/latino-programs/por-tu…
Por tu familiaMany Latinos sometimes feel guilty spending time and money on personal health. They feel selfish putting their own health care ahead of their family's needs.
Mayo Clinic Essential Diabetes Book
How to prevent, control and live well with diabetes
https://store.mayoclinic.com/products/books/details.cfm?mpid=56&trkid=2…
Surviving Heart Attack - before and after
http://www.news-medical.net/health/Surviving-Heart-Attack.aspx
There are millions of people who have survived a heart attack. Many recover fully and are able to lead normal lives.
Managing Atrial Fibrillation - Here is an incredible resource my husband and I have begun using
https://www.afibsupportteam.com/Default.aspx
How an Oncology Social Worker Can Help Cancer Patients http://www.cancer.net/all-about-cancer/cancernet-feature-articles/quali… An oncology social worker is an important member of the health care team, helping them navigate the health care system and find support to manage the day-to-day challenges.
Living With Illness - Social Workers can HELP. If you or someone in your family is sick or injured for a long time, help is available at: http://www.helpstartshere.org/health-wellness/living-with-illness
American Parkinson Disease Centers - Referral Centers http://www.apdaparkinson.org/information-referral-centers/ The unique contribution of these Centers is to respond to the particular needs of persons affected by Parkinson's disease and their caregivers through education, referral, support and public awareness programs.
SupportGroups.com is an online support groups community that has over 220 Online Support Groups for any dealing with HIV. http://hiv.supportgroups.com/
The GEORGIA VETERANS GROUP, INC., is a non-profit veteran advocacy group. Our mission is to assist veterans, and/or their families whenever and wherever we can. This includes, assistance with VA and Social Security claims, knowledge and information on a variety of issues that plague our families and communities. http://www.georgiaveterans.org/
Active surveillance for prostate cancer - Mayo Clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/active-surveillance-for-prostate-cance…
During active surveillance (watchful waiting) you and your Dr. closely monitor your prostate cancer for any changes. Frequent tests are done to check for signs the cancer is growing.
Maintenance of general good health is very important for persons with MS or any chronic disorder. A well-balanced and carefully planned diet will help to achieve this goal. MS specialists recommend http://www.nationalmssociety.org/living-with-multiple-sclerosis/healthy…
Exercise and multiple sclerosis - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15575796 Despite the often unpredictable clinical course of MS, exercise programmes designed to increase cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength and mobility provide benefits that enhance lifestyle activity and quality of life while reducing risk of secondary disorders.
Advanced Prostate Cancer and Caregiving. The role of caregiver involves a wide range of responsibilities. Here is a great article to help you figure it out - http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/guide/prostate-cancer--caregivers
Here is the National Cancer Inst. video on African American Men and prostate cancer awareness - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pmijciboDc&list=PLYKy4VbxNln6yb4zT3jBjA…
We've found a lot of great info. for dealing with muscular dystrophy on kidshealth, including exercise, diet, and lots more http://kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/bones/muscular_dystrophy…
Swimming therapy helps muscular dystrophy patients
http://www.wndu.com/mmm/headlines/27624464.html
GSK muscular dystrophy drug gets "breakthrough" status
http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/06/27/gsk-idUSWLB003QT20130627
If you are disabled and over 50, this is resource to help get you benefits - https://disabilityover50.com/?src=fbdo50all0905dnf
Mayo Overview for Stroke Treatment and Diagnosis
http://www.mayoclinic.org/stroke/?mc_id=comlinkpilot&placement=bottom