Merkel cell carcinoma: a deadly skin cancer on the rise September 13, 2023 | Heather Shannon The rare, aggressive cancer occurs more often as the U.S. population ages. Read More Tags cancer health tips primary care rare diseases skin summer
National database needed for injured mass shooting survivors August 11, 2023 | Heather Shannon Survivors may require care for years. Read More Tags breakthroughs emergency prevention trauma
Energy drinks: essential or excessive? August 03, 2023 | Heather Shannon Approach the high caffeine content in energy drinks with caution. Read More Tags fitness & exercise mental health sleep sports health tips kids' health primary care
Understanding sundowning triggers is key to prevention April 11, 2023 | Heather Shannon Sundowning affects up to two-thirds of people with dementia, but it can happen to any older adult. Read More Tags dementia aging senior health memory
How to recognize dementia March 02, 2023 | Heather Shannon Dementia isn’t a specific disease but rather a term used to describe a constellation of symptoms, says Hayley B. Kristinsson, PsyD, a... Read More Tags aging Alzheimer's brain dementia memory mental health primary care senior health
Caring for a loved one with dementia during COVID-19 April 24, 2020 | Heather Shannon California’s stay-at-home order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 has been especially tough for one caregiver population: Family members... Read More Tags aging Alzheimer's dementia Parkinson's senior health