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Importance Of Wound Care In First Aiding The Elderly

The elderly body is really hard to take care; elders are fragile and prone to simple accidents that may lead to bruises and wounds. Often times it is frustrating to take care of an aged member of the family as there's always lack of response in terms of their health. No matter how you try to tu

Doctor For the Elderly

It is important that when you are looking for a doctor to care for your elderly parent you find one that except Medicaid or Medicare. When searching for a doctor it is always a good idea to get a recommendation from a family member or friend. This will allow you to have medical care from somebody th

Becoming Aware of Mold-Related Health Problems

Are you a victim of a mold contamination? If you think your house is not rain-proof or if certain rooms have been recently waterlogged, there is a great possibility that mold may be making its way to the hidden nooks and crannies in your home.

Are You Growing Old Gracefully?

Aging is a natural phenomenon. As you grow older, your body undergoes a lot of changes. Some good, some not so good. But there is no way you can stop the natural changes, such as loosening of the skin, dimming eyesight, and those not very sharp ears.

Items For Your Natural First Aid Kit - Part Two

In part one of this article we looked at natural products that you can add to your first aid kit for effective healing remedies for the whole family. Here are more items that are essential for my family household.

Medical Specialists - The Choice Is Yours!

Doctors are not always looking out for your best interests. Sometime they're looking to fatten their wallets. Choose the providers that are right for you and not the ones your doctor tells you that you must use.

Easing the Financial Burden of Long-Term Care

Providing senior care for a loved one can be overwhelming both emotionally and financially. According to the 2009 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, median annual costs for various types of senior care in the Bay Area can reach burdensome levels...

Candida Symptoms - Tight Feeling Around My Diaphragm

For the past several months, my friend who is having numerous candida symptoms had a tight feeling around the area of her diaphragm. It never feels relaxed and always feels tight around there. No pain at all, just feels kind of swollen and tight. It is very uncomfortable, she said. She wants to know

International Health Care For International Relocation

The practical benefits of health-insurance are undisputed, but it's equally vital in the battle for hearts and minds of employees relocated overseas. When it comes to protecting individuals who are being relocated overseas, health care is a major consideration.

Caregiver Burnout and Dementia

Patients with dementia can be among the most challenging types of patients to care for. Even the best intentioned person can get frustrated when the patient acts out or refuses to cooperate. Remember, the behaviors a person shows are parts of the disease and not aimed at you personally.

Wheelchair Lifts and Other Helpful Items For You

Accessibility is one of the most important things when you are having to deal with a wheelchair. It doesn't matter if your in it for a few weeks or your in it for life, the importance of being able to get around and do things on your own is always on your mind. A lot of people that have been in

Abraxane Patient Information

Abraxane is the brand name of a prescription injectable medication known as protein or albumin bound paclitaxel. Doctors prescribe Abraxane for use in breast cancer tumors that have not responded to other types of treatment or for breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

The Impact of Emerging Technology on Nursing Care

Soak up seven emerging technologies that will change the practice of nursing; three skill sets nurses will need to develop to acquire, use, and integrate, and much more. . .

Home Head Lice - Remedies to Kill Lice

There are various head lice treatments that can be found in your local pharmacy. These products often contain insecticides or other chemicals that may be harmful, particularly to children. This is the reason why most households prefer natural home head lice remedies when it comes to treating a head