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Why Choose In-Home Care for Seniors
In home care is a great solution for many situations that may arise. It can be used in both short- and long-term circumstances, and can relieve the stress and difficulties that may arise without it...
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Caregiving for Loved Ones with Alzheimer's & Dementia at Home
In the early stages, you may act more like a care partner, than a caregiver. Your role is one of support, love and companionship. You are there to help with daily life, as needed, and to help the...
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Symptoms & Treatment of Colorectal Cancer
Let's get into symptoms and resources you can find to beat this ugly disease. The Prevent Cancer Foundation gives these helpful tips: Symptoms Bleeding from the rectum or blood in or on the...
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Tips to Help Prevent Colorectal Cancer
Did you know that colorectal cancer is the fourth-most common cancer in the United States and the second-leading cause of death from cancer? And since March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we...
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Treating the Flu and Its Symptoms
This flu season is shaping up to be one of the most severe in years and was even elevated to epidemic level and about half of the country is experiencing flu activity. If you have been diagnosed...
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Can You Tell the Difference Between the Flu and the Common Cold?
Your nose is stuffy, your throat is scratchy and your head is pounding. Is it a cold or the seasonal flu? Symptoms can overlap, but it's important to recognize that, especially in vulnerable...
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Caring for an Aging Loved One With the Flu (Influenza)
The holidays are here and, for many, that means family, food and fun. But it also signals the start of flu season. It’s also important that other family members do their part to ward off...
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Answers to Questions About the Flu Shot
Flu season is here. With chilly temperatures and harmful viruses spreading, there’s no better time to get your annual flu shot. But did you know this year’s flu shot will offer...
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What Do You Know About Parkinson's Disease?
It's one of the most debilitating diseases and one that many of its victims don't understand. Parkinson's disease affects more than a million Americans, most over 60. A recent Harris...
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3 Tips for Helping a Parent Who May Not Want the Help
Many adult children tread lightly when it comes to the health of an aging loved one, especially when it could threaten independence. And, sadly, it often takes an incident of some sort before...