Support groups for caregivers of people with dementia can be beneficial in various ways. By speaking with others who are in a similar situation, people may gain comfort, understanding, knowledge, and ...

Jessica Booth is a New York-based freelance writer who regularly writes about health, wellness, parenting, food, travel, beauty and more for a variety of publications. She currently writes for Forbes ...

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) can be isolating. If you don’t know where to turn after suffering a blood clot, these social networks can help. “A support system is crucial to help those who experience a ...

Caring for a loved one with memory loss can be an emotionally challenging journey. Whether it’s Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, the path is often filled with uncertainty, grief, stress — and ...

Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) is defined as breast cancer that spreads beyond the breast and lymph nodes to other organs, such as the bones or lungs. Finding out you have this form of breast cancer ...

As a part of its “Speaking Out” video series, on behalf of the International Myeloma Foundation, CURE® spoke with their vice president of support, Robin Tuohy about the importance of support for ...

When you have early-stage breast cancer, connecting with others who understand your journey can be a lifeline. Studies show that giving and receiving help through support groups can lower stress and ...

A person who has trouble swallowing might be diagnosed with dysphagia. For some men and women, swallowing is painful. Other people find they cannot swallow at all. Every person might find they have ...

Kristin Weiland is a documentary film producer and writer with a background in crisis management and ethnographic research. She specializes in investigative and social impact documentary projects, and ...