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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A significant challenge that health plan executives face is managing blind spots in the care management of high-need, high-cost patients. On paper, patients may appear stable, but clinical...Read More
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The first 12 weeks after giving birth—often called the "fourth trimester"—can be demanding physically, mentally, and emotionally for mothers. A new baby to care for, drastic...Read More
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When it comes to older adults, mental health can often get overlooked. While physical effects of aging are apparent, changes in mental health can be harder to notice. Many seniors experience mental...Read More
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Dementia is one of the most significant health challenges facing older adults and their families today. In fact, it’s estimated that adults over the age of 55 have a 42% risk of developing...Read More
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Heat exhaustion is one of the most common heat-related illnesses during the summer months. It can affect people of any age, but older adults can be at higher risk. This is because the body becomes...Read More
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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement and quality of life. Most people who develop Parkinson’s disease are around age 60, but some may...Read More
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Colorectal cancer is a disease that develops in the parts of the digestive system called the colon and rectum. It may not show symptoms in the early stages, but this is when treatment is most...Read More
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Being a caregiver for your loved one can be rewarding, providing you both with connection and purpose. But it can also come with challenges, giving you little time to recharge.Whether you’re...Read 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