Welcome to Lifespan Living Your resource for well being and healthy living. Breadcrumb Lifespan Home Welcome To Lifespan Living ALL Aging Being Caring Growing Moving Nourishing Children, Autism, and Change: Tips to Make Transition Easier Gina M. Marini, MA, LICSW January 16, 2024 Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities face various challenges. One such challenge involves transition, which is the act of moving or changing from one activity, routine, or setting... What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Umer Akbar, MD July 14, 2023 What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that progresses slowly and worsens with age. With 90,000 new diagnoses each year, Parkinson’s disease is a common movement disorder that currently... Testicular Cancer, the Signs and Treatment Minimally Invasive Urology Institute April 17, 2023 Did you know testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men between the ages of 20 and 34? According to the CDC, the average age of testicular cancer diagnosis is 33. In 2020, the year for which the most recent data is... Occupational Therapy: What It Is and How It Can Help Jill Levine, OTR/L, CHT March 18, 2023 April is National Occupational Therapy Month. Did you know occupational therapy has been a profession for more than 100 years? Every April, we celebrate occupational therapists and the contributions they make to patients'... All-Natural Self-Care Practices for Mental Well-Being Lifespan Blog Team May 2, 2024 Consistently practicing self-care can boost both your physical health and your mental well-being, and doesn't have to... The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month Lifespan Blog Team April 26, 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month provides education about the reality of living with a mental health condition—while it can... Signs of a Stroke: Time is Brain Karen Schaefer, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC April 25, 2024 In the healthcare world, we like to say that "time is brain"—every second that a stroke is not treated is a second where... Should I Get Joint Replacement Surgery? Here's What to Know Eric M. Cohen, MD April 18, 2024 Joint replacement surgery can significantly improve your quality of life if you suffer from daily joint pain. But it... Common Sports Injuries and How to Avoid Them Philip A. Salko, MD April 13, 2024 Every injury can be prevented. The problem is, as humans, we are all fallible. Despite being a doctor who specializes in... How Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Can Help Teens Karyn J. Horowitz, MD April 9, 2024 Adolescence comes with many challenges. It’s natural for teens to experience highs and lows. They are finding themselves... How to Clean Fruits and Vegetables Fruits and vegetables are part of a healthy diet, but they need to be washed well to keep you and your family safe. Trending Topics Pros and Cons of Social Media Frances Dalomba, LICSW March 1, 2022 Multitasking has become a common theme in our lives. It’s a wonder how we manage it all. We depend on our smartphones... 5 Foods that help to Prevent Kidney Stones Gyan Pareek, MD, FACS January 10, 2023 The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month Lifespan Blog Team April 26, 2024 Getting Off Birth Control: Frequently Asked Questions Sara Bates King, CNM, FNP October 18, 2023 Thyroid Conditions in Women: Symptoms, Treatment and Care Mariah H. Stump, MD, MPH, FACP, DipABLM, ABOIM September 29, 2022 Upcoming News & Recent Events View All Events and News Newsletter Sign up Lifespan Living Newsletter Get the latest health tips from Lifespan Living straight to your inbox. Email Address
How to Clean Fruits and Vegetables Fruits and vegetables are part of a healthy diet, but they need to be washed well to keep you and your family safe.