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Apnea is a term that means breathing has stopped for more than 20 seconds. It can happen in full-term babies, but it is more common in premature babies. The more premature the baby, the greater the chances that apnea will occur.

If you have diabetes, you are twice as likely to have high blood pressure. Left untreated, high blood pressure can raise your risk for heart disease and other serious health problems.

Transferring means moving between two surfaces (such as a bed and a wheelchair). Safe transferring is crucial to preventing falls. The type of transfer you will use depends on your overall health and strength. This sheet will describe one type of transfer, using a transfer board.

If you have diabetes, be careful with alcohol. Alcohol can affect how well you control your blood sugar (glucose) level. Read on to learn more about the risks of drinking alcohol. And find tips for staying safe when you drink.

People on breathing machines, called ventilators, have an increased risk of developing pneumonia. Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is caused by germs that enter the lungs when a person is on a breathing machine.

After an SCI, your bowel may not work the same way as before. To help you adjust to and manage the changes, your health care team has helped you create a bowel program to follow on a regular basis. Putting this program into practice will help you remain active, social, and healthy.

More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.

Many older adults enjoy a glass of wine with dinner or a beer while watching the game on TV. But alcohol can affect older adults differently. Here's what you should know.

A helpful guide to understanding the effects of alcohol, the signs of problem drinking, and how to drink safely.