When we think about being strong, we often think about our muscles. But what about the bones underneath? Our bones are what hold us up. They are like the frame of a house. But for millions of people, this frame becomes weak and fragile. This condition is called osteoporosis. Osteoporosis means “porous bone.” If you…

Do you know someone whose joints hurt all the time? Maybe it is your grandma, your dad, or even a friend. They might have trouble opening a jar, walking up stairs, or getting out of a chair. They could have a condition called osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common kind of arthritis. It happens when…

Imagine suddenly feeling lost and scared in your own home. The world doesn’t make sense. You see things that aren’t there, or you can’t tell if you’re dreaming or awake. Your thoughts are jumbled, and you feel agitated one minute and sleepy the next. This is the reality for someone experiencing delirium. Delirium is a medical…

Neuropathic pain is different from other kinds of pain. Stubbing your toe sends a clear pain signal from a real injury. Neuropathic pain is a false signal generated by the damaged nerves themselves. This is why it’s so hard to treat with regular painkillers. Medical marijuana attacks this nerve pain in several ways at once. Did you know that you…

When people hear the word “dementia,” they often think of Alzheimer’s Disease. But dementia is a bigger word for a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities. There are many different types of dementia. Two other common types are Vascular Dementia and Lewy Body Dementia. These diseases are different from Alzheimer’s, and they cause their…

Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that affects how you move. It happens to millions of people around the world. For people with Parkinson’s, simple tasks like buttoning a shirt, walking across a room, or drinking from a cup can become very difficult. This is because Parkinson’s causes problems with the brain’s motor system. This…

Alzheimer’s Disease is a sickness of the brain. It affects millions of people all over the world. For a long time, it has been a disease without a cure. It causes a lot of sadness for the people who have it and for their families. Alzheimer’s is known for progressive memory loss. This means a person…