Tag: caregiver support

  • Lou Gehrig’s Disease

    Lou Gehrig’s Disease Definition and Description of Lou Gehrig’s Disease Lou Gehrig’s Disease, medically known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. This disease causes the gradual deterioration of motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness, loss of motor function, and ultimately, paralysis.…

  • Jakob’s Disease

    Jakob’s Disease Definition and Description of Jakob’s Disease Jakob’s Disease, formally known as Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), is a rare and degenerative neurological disorder characterized by rapid cognitive decline, neurological impairments, and ultimately death. It belongs to a group of conditions known as transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs), which are caused by prions—abnormal infectious proteins that lead…

  • Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I

    Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I Definition and Description of Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I (SMA Type I) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in the spinal cord and brainstem. This leads to severe muscle weakness and atrophy, impacting the…

  • Home Health Supplies

    Home Health Supplies Home Health Supplies Definition and Description of Home Health Supplies Home health supplies refer to various medical products used at home to aid in the care and treatment of patients who are recovering from illness, managing chronic conditions, or require assistance with daily activities. These supplies can include everything from wound care…

  • Alzheimer’s

    Alzheimer’s Definition and Description of Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects memory and cognitive function. It is characterized by the degeneration of brain cells, leading to a decline in memory, thinking skills, and, eventually, the ability to carry out simple tasks. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it is the most…