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Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

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The Parkinson’s Foundation’s 2023 campaign is encouraging everyone to take 6 minutes – the amount of time for every new diagnosis – to raise awareness of this disease. They are encouraging practitioners, Parkinson’s caregivers like Comfort Home Care, and loved ones to share their support on social media using #Take6ForPD.

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Helpful Tips: Caring For An ALS Patient

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What is ALS – ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. It is a progressive type of motor neuron disease. Motor neurons control muscles. ALS patients lose their ability to move as the neurons die. ALS does not affect the mind.

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Helpful Tips for Caring for an ALS Patient

Comforcare Home Care

What is ALS – ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. It is a progressive type of motor neuron disease. Motor neurons control muscles. ALS patients lose their ability to move as the neurons die. ALS does not affect the mind. There is no known cure.

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