Congratulations to Runner-Up winner Guadalupe G. P. from Hayward, California. Before I gave birth to my twin son Raul, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy because he stopped breathing after he was born, I was a teacher who had the opportunity to work in an inclusive classroom. I worked with children who were both special… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Runner-Up Winner: Guadalupe G. P.

The quality of food we consume plays a pivotal role in our overall wellness, but what is lesser known is the importance of when we eat these foods.

I Lost Someone in a School Shooting and Now I’m Fighting for Better Protection for My Son In March of this year, I lost someone dear to me in a school shooting in Nashville. My friend, Katherine Koonce, was the head of the Covenant School. She was kind, with a dry sense of humor that… Continue reading School Shootings and Children with Special Healthcare Needs

Every year on March 30th, we honor physicians for the work they do for their patients and their communities. The hard work and devotion of our physicians save lives and help keep us healthy. History of National Doctors’ Day The first known Doctors’ Day was observed in Winder, Georgia on March 30, 1933. Eudora Brown… Continue reading Celebrating National Doctors’ Day

Congratulations to Runner-Up winner Lynda T. S. from Ohio. Prior to our wedding, Michael fell, crashing his head on a brick ledge. He was treated for a TBI and underwent spinal surgery. Most marriages start off in bliss. Ours immediately took unforeseen turns as complications arose. Neurological damage led to more falls and in 2014… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Runner-Up Winner: Lynda T. S.

Congratulations to Runner-Up winner Evelia P. N. from San Diego, California. I have been a caregiver for about ten years. I used to work in an orthopedic medical office, but I decided to quit my full-time job to become my father’s caregiver. My father passed away five years ago. He was diabetic and was on… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Runner-Up Winner: Evelia P. N.

Congratulations to Runner-Up winner Kristine D. from Fairfield, California. How Has Caregiving Changed my Life: I first came to America in 2013 and I was 27 years old.  My coming here was mainly to marry my boyfriend who is now my husband and the father of my lovely daughter Sab who is turning 4 years… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Runner-Up Winner: Kristine D.

Congratulations to Grand Prize Winner Veronica A. from Washington. I am a single mother and caregiver to my 18-year-old son, who is my heart. I have a small cleaning business and this summer I became his paid care giver, which feels amazing. I have 3 other kids, 2 are married and on their own, and… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Grand Prize Winner: Veronica A.

Congratulations to Grand Prize Winner Brianna B. from Ohio. What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s a question I asked myself many times when growing up. Being a caregiver was never something I saw myself doing. My senior year of high school at the young age of 16 I found out… Continue reading Caregiver Contest Grand Prize Winner: Brianna B.

On March 17, 2023, Perrigo announced a voluntary recall of some Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant Formula in the U.S. The product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.