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When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?
Family caregivers who are constantly on call or helping loved ones from dawn to dusk rarely find time to take a break. Caregivers can cite the list of things they do every day, but few prioritize...
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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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Cold or Flu, Which Is It?
Symptoms of a Cold: Runny nose, sore throat, cough, slightly swollen glands, and aches and pains. You may feel: slight aches, headache and a scratchy throat, but you feel OK to continue normal...
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Elderly Pneumonia FAQ: Learn the Signs and Risks
If you help care for your aging parent, then you’ve probably heard the importance of taking preventative measures against pneumonia. That’s because seniors are much more prone to catching the...
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How a Lack of Physical Fitness Could Hurt the Elderly
Let us help you learn about all of your in home care options (314) 984-8650It should go without saying that regular exercise is important. But sometimes people forget how vital it is for senior...