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Blog
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
June is Brain Awareness Month and The Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day, and November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s Disease causes loss of memory and...
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Home Care for Pneumonia Clients
According to the American Lung Association, next to influenza, pneumonia is ranked as the eighth leading cause of death in the United States. The elderly population is much more prone to catching...
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Which Type of Home Care is Right for Your Loved One
Click here to download a printable version of the tips to share with a friend or loved one.
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9 Ways to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions
Drug interactions are more common than you may realize and can lead to unwanted – or even dangerous – side effects. These may include: DizzinessConfusionExcess fatigueNausea/vomiting...
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Tips for Smart Medication Management
Did you know 40% of adults 65+ take 5 or more medications? Practicing safe medication management is critical to making sure your loved one is getting the proper benefits from their medications as...
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Let’s talk home care: Tips to start the conversation, address concerns
Many people shy away from discussing issues surrounding aging, especially when decisions could threaten an older person’s independence. While these conversations aren’t always easy...
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Managing Arthritis in the Home Care Setting
So many of our clients deal with the pain and challenges of arthritis. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 54 million U.S. adults have been...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Medication Strategies
People with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may take multiple medications. And because the risk of missing a dose or confusing pills is so high for these individuals, someone should...
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What is Sepsis and How Can BrightStar Care Help?
Sepsis (Septicemia) is one of the most common reasons individuals are readmitted to the hospital after a procedure or treatment for another condition, but many people do not know what it is. In...
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Infusing Lives with Compassionate Care
Every January 25th is National Infusion Nurse's Day. Do you know what an infusion nurse does or the many ways they can help your loved one at home? Infusion Nurses are Registered Nurses...