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Dying Ain’t What It Used to Be
By Ron VanBuskirk, MD An article I read recently stated, “dying isn’t what it used to be.” From a physician’s perspective, I can tell you that it certainly is not. Americans have seen a dramatic […]
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The Secret to Preventing Hospital Readmission
Courtesy, Grayson Home Health For chronically ill elderly patients, heading home from the hospital is a welcome transition — but one that requires the proper care to be successful. Transitional Care can help patients remain […]
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The Benefits of Comprehensive Home Health Services—Grayson Home Health
Grayson Home Health is pleased to announce the addition of an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to their professional team. It expands their ability to help keep their patients at home, where they are most comfortable, enhancing the comprehensive range of services available to patients and families. […]
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Dementia –– Victory Home Health
Dementia
By Joan Weems, RN, Victory Home Health, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Dementia is not a normal part of the aging process, although it is common in elderly individuals. Dementia describes a group of symptoms affecting intellectual and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning. […]
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Residential care homes provide affordable, unique option for senior care
Residential care homes provide affordable, unique option for senior care
Arty Care Home, located in Richardson, gives one family “peace of mind”
Courtesy Arty Care Home, Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine
Making a decision on long-term senior care may seem daunting—it’s expensive, it’s emotional and there seem to be limited options. These days, however, with the United States on the threshold of a boom—the baby boom, that is—families will have more and more choices on how they will be cared for during their “golden years.” […]
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Sleep is Important in Aging Well
Sleep is Important in Aging Well
Courtesy Home Care Resources, Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine
As we age we often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns. We may become sleepier earlier in the evening, wake up earlier in the morning, and enjoy less deep sleep. […]
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Are You Concerned About the Rising Cost for Home Health Care?
Are You Concerned About the Rising Cost for Home Health Care?
By Linda DeGraffenreid, LIVING WELL Magazines
When the time arrives that you or a loved one needs additional assistance for daily living and personal care, before making this huge decision you should do a comparison of Elder Care Costs. […]
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Diabetes – A Deadly Secret
Diabetes – A Deadly Secret
By Heather Branch, RN, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Diabetes is more prevalent in the community than most realize. Over 25 million Americans have diabetes. In 2007, total diagnosed diabetes cost the U.S. $174 million. Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness, nontraumatic lower limb amputation and kidney failure. The risk for stroke is two to four times higher for diabetics. […]
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Home Safety for the Homebound Patient
Home Safety for the Homebound Patient
By Doug Rodgers, First Texas Home Health, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Managing a home-bound patient’s medical condition is obviously top priority for any home health company including ours. However, there are other key areas that can impact a patient’s medical condition and affect his or her health outcome as well. One of these very important areas is home safety. […]
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What Are Your Rights As A Home Health Patient?
What Are Your Rights As A Home Health Patient?
By Jason Morris, Southeast Louisiana Home Health, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
With the advances in modern technology and the cost effectiveness of health care at home, the patient’s demand for home health care is growing. […]