What is Huntington disease?

Huntington disease (HD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. In other words, it causes parts of the brain to die. As the ...

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September 21, 2016

Alzheimer's Journey

“Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive disease of the mind,” says Misty Zisin, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner at the Grey Nuns Hospital. ...

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September 19, 2016

How Humpty Dumpty helped a stroke patient recover

It was just like any other night: Mallorey Long read her two-year-old son Liam a story and tucked him into bed ...

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September 14, 2016

Fling the sling after rotator cuff surgery

New research shows not wearing sling after surgery can speed up patients' recovery and return to mobility

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September 12, 2016

Caring with comedy

Mike Irwin isn’t a comedian, but he loves to make people laugh. He works in the hospitality department at Villa Caritas, ...

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September 7, 2016

Art with heart

Hospital hosts community gallery

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September 5, 2016

Easing pain with purpose

"[Working] takes my mind off of the pain," says Scott Henderson, one of the younger residents who calls St. Marguerite Manor ...

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August 31, 2016

Planting seeds of hope

Courtyard improvements spur community engagement

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August 29, 2016

Whole-hearted care saves patient’s feet and quality of life

Six months ago, Kirstin Hubert’s feet were at risk of amputation. Kirstin suffers from neuropathy due to diabetes, and has no ...

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August 24, 2016

Witnessing character emerge in death

Commentary by Chaplain Bill PattersonOver the years, my work has led me to journey with palliative care patients. I have accompanied ...

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August 22, 2016