Risa Kerslake, RN-BSN
Risa Kerslake, RN-BSN
Risa Kerslake is a registered nurse and content writer, journalist, and editor from the Midwest. She specializes in content on COVID-19, fertility, women's health, mental health, health care tech, cancer, sleep, and general health and wellness content. Her work has appeared in Reuters, U.S. News and World Report, Discover Magazine, The Boston Globe's Studio/B, Medscape, Consumer Affairs, Sleep Review, Healthgrades, Healthline, Healthy Women, Parents, and more.
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There's no question that loss of vision comes with serious challenges—both practical and emotional. It's okay to take time to grieve that change. But you can also take action. Many...Read More
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Hemophilia is a condition in which blood doesn't clot like it should. External bleeding is definitely a concern, but it's at least visible. Internal bleeding from hemophilia can be silent...Read More
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When a person isn’t able to eat or drink enough by mouth, a feeding tube can help them get the nutrients they need. Tube feeding, also called enteral nutrition, delivers a fortified liquid...Read More
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It can be overwhelming having a chronic illness like cancer, diabetes, hypertension, or arthritis. Chronic conditions often involve ongoing pain management and limitations on daily activities, not...Read More
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Dehydration in seniors is a common concern and one that can become dangerous rather quickly. You might struggle with your loved one drinking enough fluids, especially going into the hotter summer...Read More
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Creating a safe and secure home for the older loved ones in your life can help them navigate their space independently while keeping them physically and financially safe from harm.Home safety and...Read More
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Your mother has been struggling to sleep at night. She says she can't quiet her mind. There are too many thoughts, and her heart feels like it's beating too fast. She also wakes during the...Read More