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My gran has been diagnosed with alzheimer’s however she will not accept it. How do we cope with that?
Written on 25 Feb, 2011 at 5:41 in Alzheimer's | viewed times | 0 Comments
My aunt is caring for her however can not get the help from doctors or nurses. My aunt is now very depressed and I am looking for anyone who can help with advise! ... (Continue reading)
New to Sam's Club: $99 basic health services
Written on 17 Jan, 2011 at 21:41 in Home Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
The plan isn’t health insurance, said Christopher Fey, CEO of U.S. Preventive Medicine. It’s more of a personalized health program that gives buyers access to the basic tools they need to evaluate their health. It also coaches them on how to... (Continue reading)
Children's Hospital And Medical Center Transport Team Reaches Milestone
Written on 6 Nov, 2010 at 21:41 in Home Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
There are dozens of ambulances in Omaha, but only one team in the state specializing in neo-natal and pediatric care and this week the transport team from Children’s Hospital and Medical Center made its 500th transport this year, more than... (Continue reading)
Consumer Reports Health Blog: Family, friends may detect early …
Written on 21 Oct, 2010 at 15:41 in Alzheimer's | viewed times | 0 Comments
To spot older patients with early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, doctors would do well to consult with the experts –namely, the family and friends who know the patient best. According to a new study, asking family or friends to complete a... (Continue reading)
VA Doctors See Link Between PTSD And Dementia | GantDaily.com
Written on 9 Sep, 2010 at 1:00 in Dementia | viewed times | 0 Comments
Houston, TX, United States (AHN) – Veterans Affairs doctors are linking post traumatic stress disorder with a greater risk of developing dementia when trauma sufferers get older. ... (Continue reading)
Why Residents Need Advanced Directives – Assisted Living Facilities
Written on 7 Sep, 2010 at 17:00 in Home Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
What is an Advanced Directive? Advanced directives are legal documents giving assisted living residents the opportunity to make decisions about their own future medical care. For many seniors and their loved ones, these documents provide a sense of comfort. They are... (Continue reading)
Want to help my mom enjoy life after diagnosis of dementia (Bensons Syndrome, Lewy Bodies, CBD)?
Written on 11 Aug, 2010 at 1:00 in Alzheimer's | viewed times | 0 Comments
My family and I moved in with my mother a couple of years ago, after she began having health problems and was found by her doctors to need more help at home. I urged her doctor for a referral to... (Continue reading)
In Home Health Care for Elders | Healthy Eating Diet
Written on 28 Jul, 2010 at 21:00 in Home Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
Senior citizens have many concerns about living in their own homes as they grow older, but moving to a new home or facility can be difficult at any age. Furthermore, a facility is not always necessary. In-home care allows senior... (Continue reading)
Palliative Care Grand Rounds – 3 Degrees of Separation | GeriPal …
Written on 19 Jul, 2010 at 20:00 in Hospice Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
It’s that time again. Geripal is hosting Palliative Care Grand Rounds. This time we are going to try a little game to show how fun it is to blog about the work we do (come on – where else would... (Continue reading)
NZMA Vital Signs #527 | Scrubs Blog
Written on 4 Jul, 2010 at 16:00 in Hospice Care | viewed times | 0 Comments
# 527IN THIS ISSUE DITC elections – call for nominations NZMA supports smokefree prisons Voluntary Bonding Scheme update NZMA ACTIVITIES including Chair’s attendance at BMA meeting Review called for over-the-counter-drugs Register now: NZMA GP CME conference Christchurch NEWS Nominees are being sought for four positions on the NZMA’s... (Continue reading)