Infection Control in Your Life
Courtesy Heritage Park Surgical Hospital, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
One of the fears experienced by people undergoing surgery is having some sort of infection after the surgery like coming down with some sort of “bug” or the surgical site getting infected. Being informed and keeping clean can prevent either of these from happening.
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The Pulmonary Program at Select Specialty Hospital
Courtesy Select Specialty Hospital, Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine
The Pulmonary Program at Select Specialty Hospital is designed to wean medically complex patients who require continued mechanical ventilation. As a specialized acute care hospital, Select Specialty has been very successful in weaning patients who have previously failed to wean in a short-term acute care setting. In addition to pulmonary distress, these patients typically suffer from co-exiting conditions such as infections, muscle atrophy, and nutritional deficiencies––which result from longer stays at ICUs. At Select Specialty Hospital, we are well prepared to handle patients who require extended acute care in a resource-intensive setting. […]
The Buddy System
Courtesy Mulkey Mason, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
How many of us remember as little children being told “hold my hand while we cross the street” or “don’t go out there all alone?” These words of advice will stay with us our entire lifetime. […]
Back to a Healthier Lifestyle
Balloon Kyphoplasty Procedure Offers Numerous Benefits and Relief for Patients with Fractured Vertebrae
By Crys Sory, MD, Medtronic, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
You were getting out of bed and suddenly felt a “pop” and an intense amount of pain in your back that nearly leaves you unable to move. Osteoporosis has caused your bones to become so weak and brittle that everyday activities, such as walking, sleeping and getting out of bed, become more difficult than usual. The back pain is caused by small fractures in the spine, also known as vertebral compression fractures (VCF). […]
Debunking Myths of Older Adult Falls
By Chris Smith, Park Gate, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented––and you have the power to reduce your risk. […]
How Do I Protect My Disabled Child?
By Craig Watson, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Grace is a sweet 69-year-old widow. Her husband died recently from a long illness. She has two children: a son, Todd, and a daughter, Kate. Todd is disabled and suffers from mental illness. Although Todd lives in his own apartment, he is unable to work. He receives Food Stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. […]
Depression in the Elderly
By Stevie Short, Collin and Denton County LIVING WELL Magazines
Do you suffer from feelings of hopelessness, or struggle to fain an interest in activities you once enjoyed? You’re not alone. […]
Investing Strategies for an Evolving Market
Courtesy Dan and R. Brennan Barlow, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
From the collapse of the technology bubble in the early 2000s to the subprime lending meltdown that started in 2008, the markets have been anything but predictable. Case in point: The political fight over U.S. debt policies in 2011 roiled the markets and led to an unprecedented downgrade of the nation’s credit. […]
Vision and Birthdays
Courtesy RGB Eye Associates, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazines
We hope to grow smarter as we age, accumulating wisdom with every birthday. Knowledge about your health is an important part of that wisdom. We want you to enjoy each day of every year, and believe that maintaining good eye health and experiencing the best vision possible will enhance your life. We at RGB Eye Associates would like to make you aware of some potential eye and vision problems, the occurrence of which may increase as we get older. […]
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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