Oct
20
2014
Treatment for peripheral artery disease has two major goals. The first is to manage symptoms, such as leg pain, so that you can resume physical activities. The second is to stop the progression of atherosclerosis throughout your body to...
Apr
17
2014
In today's news, I came across an article discussing a recent study of the nation's nursing homes. This was a state-by-state study. Although we must allow for differences in survey protocol and data collection, there were some...
Nov
04
2013
Home care extends life. Studies by nursing schools and government agencies have found that home care extends life. Visits by home care personnel often provide emotional as well as medical support. When confronted with the necessity of...
Oct
22
2013
Here are some protocols seniors and their family caregivers should follow when it comes to managing their medications:
• Toss out any expired or discontinued prescription medication. No need to have expired meds floating around the house. Too...
Jul
29
2013
My Mother has recently begun to complain more and more about arthritis pain. At best, she is slow moving these days and professes fear of falling. But she has frequently mentioned arthritic pain in her knees, which...
Jul
24
2013
Positive Attitude is Protection
New research shows that our aging population, and many of our elderly parents, can reverse some of the negative health issues associated with a lonely life. Yes, having a positive approach and attitude can help!
The...
Jul
02
2013
Safety, Simplicity, Supervision
I am preparing homecare staff to assist an elderly woman with Alzheimer's. Usually, her husband is the primary caregiver, but he has been admitted to a rehab facility for recovery from knee replacement surgery. Of primary importance...
Jun
13
2013
There is growing scientific evidence which shows support for the concept that nutrition and diet can help prevent memory loss -- as well as improve memory in elderly patients already diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Certain food groups can result in memory improvement for...
May
22
2013
Benefits Elders Aging in Place
They are called Elder Communities, Over 55+ communities, Assisted Living facilities, or simply Retirement Communities. And there is a reason why more and more are being constructed across the country. Investors understand the volume of...
May
14
2013
Dialysis is a medical process which helps your kidneys continue to function properly. In a healthy man or woman, the kidneys filter your blood to rid the body of harmful wastes, excess salt, and water. When kidneys are unhealthy,...