Stay tuned to our upcoming events with the Shield HealthCare monthly newsletter! This September we are recognizing:
Prostate Cancer and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
In September we raise awareness for both Prostate and Ovarian cancers. 1 in 6 men will develop prostate cancer, and 1 in 72 women will develop ovarian cancer in the U.S in their lifetime. Survival rates are high when the cancer is caught early. Urinary incontinence can be a side-effect of both cancers.
For more information and support, visit our Incontinence Community.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
In the U.S., nearly 13,000 children under the age of 21 are diagnosed with cancer every year. Childhood cancer is the second leading cause of death in children. Families and caregivers of children fighting the disease rely on resources and support from the community.
For more information and support, visit our Caregivers Community.
National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
Every 48 minutes someone in the U.S. is paralyzed from a spinal cord injury. Together we can improve the quality of life and care for those with spinal cord injuries and work toward a cure for paralysis. Many paraplegics can find useful resources in our Urological community.
For more information and support, visit our Urological Community
World Alzheimer’s Month
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and it is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. Alzheimer’s has no current cure, but there are treatments for symptoms that can improve quality for life for those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. The search for a cure continues worldwide.
For more information and support, visit our Caregivers Community
It’s that time of year again! Do you have a story about your caregiving experience that warms your heart? We’d love to hear about what makes caregiving rewarding for you! Share your story with us, and be entered for a chance to win a prize. For information on how to enter, visit www.shieldhealthcare.com/caring
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