Category: General Health

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PSSST….DID YOU KNOW THAT HOME CARE ISN’T JUST FOR SENIORS?

We all have ideas of what Home Care is, but what most of us do not know is how Home Care has changed over the last decade.  It is now becoming the transition to a healthier environment for anyone in need.  For some, it is help in the home that will be on-going or a…
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Pain Management Without Addiction

Pain Management Without Addiction

The fear of living or dying with pain is very real to many people. So is the fear of addiction… a common fear associated with taking pain medication. Seriously ill patients who obviously want to experience as little pain as possible are often afraid of the consequences of taking ongoing or high doses of pain-relieving…
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The Impact of Loneliness on Health

The Impact of Loneliness on Health

At some point during our lives, we all experience the feeling of loneliness….the feeling of being disconnected and isolated, even when we’re surrounded by other people. Even the most social among us have had these feelings. Typically, these feelings are temporary in nature, perhaps caused by situations that are having a great impact on us…
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9 Tips for Creating Special Family Moments

Nowadays, we often need gentle reminders to help us take the time to create those precious family moments that we can cherish forever. It’s not so automatic when we find ourselves stressed, rushed and focused on keeping afloat. Let this article serve as a gentle reminder for you. As we come into the holiday season,…
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Is it Dementia, or Just Memory Loss?

As we age, there is a certain amount of memory loss that is normal, and there is some memory loss that points to a bigger issue. Sometimes, it can be difficult to understand the subtle differences. That’s why we put together the following examples of normal memory loss and signs of dementia: Normal Memory Loss:…
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How to Avoid Being Readmitted to the Hospital

It’s not uncommon for people who have been discharged from the hospital to end up being readmitted a couple weeks later. While this is common, in most cases, it is avoidable. You are the key to your health, so you need to take an active role in your recovery. Here are our best tips for…
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Nutrition for Brain Health

The brain is composed of billions of neurons that drive every function you engage in, including mood, behavior, learning, and cognitive abilities. Neurotransmitters help the neurons communicate with each other, connecting prior learning with new learning and regulating the brain’s ability to remain alert and take in new information. These neurotransmitters are produced as a…
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5 Tips For Handling Conflicts

Misunderstandings and conflicts can happen between any two people. Having different ideas about how to solve a problem or what to do in a situation is part of what makes each of us unique as a person, but those differences also may create conflict. When a conflict arises, talk it over with the individual. You…
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