Caregiving - Family

Alzheimer's disease can be just as devastating to families as it is to patients. Here, Vivian Pinkowitz shares her story of caring for her husband through the good times and the bad.

If you have parents or other older relatives living on their own, it may be time to assess the safety of their home.

A growing number of aging patients are staying out of the hospital by adding a visiting nurse to their home health care team.

When the downturn boosts death rates, it's time to identify the issues and make changes where you can.

Keeping cool on hot summer days isn't only a matter a comfort—it's vital for good health and even survival.

Study shows that preparedness makes all the difference when it comes to caregiving.

Understand your choices for better decision-making.

If you are a caregiver to a family member, it's not selfish to want to tend to your own needs and whims.

Strong parenting and emotional well-being are closely connected. Dr. Gerald Newmark, author of the book "How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children," offers his top child-rearing strategies.

One study found that support groups improved cancer survivors' mood, pain, symptom control, and social functioning. Here's what to consider in order to find a support group that works for you.

Why should you make your own baby food? Let's see, it's generally more nutritious, less costly, and it takes hardly any effort to get started.

What kind of help is needed, and who is the best caregiver for a particular situation? Do you need a nurse or can you get by with someone with less formal training? Here's a rundown of different types of healthcare providers you may encounter so you can make an informed choice.

Whether your loved one was hospitalized for a few days or a few months, there are a variety of questions you need to ask and situations for which to prepare yourself to ensure the smoothest possible transition.

What precautions should you consider when it comes to these radiation risks?

The Web offers many options for staying connected and keeping loved ones updated on your or your family member's health issues. These methods are fast, easy, and efficient, and you'll know your support network is right there with you as a part of your journey.

What to expect when you're expecting your little one to get out of diapers and onto the potty.

What exactly is hospice care and how does it differ from hospital care? And how do you make the decision to place your loved one into hospice?

It's never fun when your child has to stay home sick, but here are some interesting findings about when it might be better to build up immunity. And a cheat sheet for when they need to be home.

Are your daily doses making you dizzy? Handy help is here.

Have you noticed changes in your aging parent or another elderly adult you care for? It may be depression. Depression in seniors is prevalent—and often overlooked.

While each doctor and facility keeps its own records about you and your treatment, it's important to keep your own Personal Health Record. Here's how to do it.

As a friend, you want to help, but some of us are not sure how best to navigate the emotional situation of supporting a friend who has cancer.

While a high percentage of U.S. parents admit to regularly spanking their children, this practice is actually illegal in 24 countries. What's in the best interest of kids?

The news that your child has cancer can be overwhelming. Here's where to start.

When one of your children is critically ill, his sibling may need some extra love and attention, too.

You may be familiar with hospice, which supports people with life-limiting illnesses. However, you may not be as familiar with palliative care, a related concept that is invaluable to people with cancer or other serious illnesses.

Have diabetes? Simple measures can keep your skin fresh and beautiful.

Make the most of your meds with these top 10 tips from the experts.

A cancer diagnosis is not just a life-changing event for the patient; it can also change a family.

It's important to begin capturing memories to pass along to the next generations of your family. The holidays are the perfect time to get started.