As we age and grow older there becomes a time when there’s no longer such thing as a simple slip or fall. As many elders and their caregivers discover, the slips, trips, and falls that they may have shrugged off when they were younger now can result in serious injury! In fact, you have most […]
See MoreArticle written by the Mayo Clinic Staff: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cancer-fatigue/CA00032 The exact causes of cancer fatigue and how best to treat it aren’t always clear. Find out what doctors know about cancer fatigue and what you can do about it. Fatigue, usually described as feeling tired, weak or exhausted, affects most people during cancer treatment. Cancer fatigue can […]
See MoreAs people age, we often times hear complaints that their foods do not taste as good or taste differently. There are many potential reasons or causes. The following resource recommends obtaining a medical evaluation to determine whether it is curable or if adjustments may be helpful. If a person loses some or all of their sense of taste, there are things that you can do to […]
See MoreWith aging, the topics of dizziness, unsteadiness and falls increases. Here is a short video highlighting common balance disorders, and a review of what can be done in the environment, as well as individually, to promote greater stability: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/balanceproblems/treatmentandresearch/video/bal3_na.html?intro=yes
See Moreadapted from an article by Sheri & Bob Stritof What is the Sandwich Generation? It is a demanding time when a couple or an individual is still dealing with parenting issues, thinking about their own retirement, and yet facing the issues of coping with aging parents. Deciding which has the highest priority can tear a marriage apart […]
See MoreFor constipation prevention: ensure adequate fluids (Plum Start, prune juice–if tolerated); offer increased fibers (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, Fiber-One bars, Prune Bran recipe includes–Box of All Bran Cereal, 4 cups of Prune Juice, 1 Tablespoon Sugar, 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, mix together, refrigerate and may offer 2-3 tablespoons daily or as often as needed) Note: […]
See MoreAll of our body parts, organs, and cells need adequate blood supplies which is how oxygen is carried to sustain life. An easy way to check for adequate circulation to extremities (arms & legs) is to have blood pressure taken in all four extremities (arms & legs) and the numbers should be similar. As always, […]
See MoreWhat are the signs that death is approaching? What can the caregiver do to make the client comfortable? Certain signs and symptoms can help a caregiver anticipate when death is near. They are described below, along with suggestions for managing them. It is important to remember that not every client experiences each of the signs […]
See MoreYou already know that obvious symptoms, such as chest pain and severe abdominal pain, require immediate medical attention. But the not-so-obvious symptoms may leave you wondering whether you need to seek care. Here’s a list of symptoms that merit follow up. While some of them are more urgent than others, none should be ignored. These […]
See MoreSome heart attacks are sudden and intense where no one doubts what’s happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people affected aren’t sure what’s wrong and wait too long before getting help. Here are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening: # Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks […]
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