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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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Falls in Home Can Be Fatal
Don’t Let a Fall Steal Your Retirement. Falls Are Often Life Changing Events Living at home and going about daily activities without fear of injury is essential to maintaining a high quality of...
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Alzheimer’s Awareness: Caring for Sundowners Syndrome
A sunset is an occasion most of us celebrate and enjoy. It's a time to enjoy the transition from the often hectic and trying pace of the day to the more relaxing nature of evening. But for many...
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Tips for Leading a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to commit to living a healthier lifestyle. Family history is one major risk factor for heart disease, but an unhealthy diet, lack of...
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BrightStar Care of Delray Beach Named Provider of Choice - 2017
Home Care Pulse, the Nation’s leading independent satisfaction research firm, named BrightStar Care of Delray Beach the 2017 Best of Home Care – Provider of Choice Award. BrightStar...
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Dancing for Alzheimer’s
It has long been known that dancing can be beneficial for health. But recent studies point to a material beneficial effect of dancing for those afflicted with Alzheimer’s. Together with other...
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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? What is an Infusion Nurse?Infusion Nurses are...
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5 Senior Winter Safety Tips
January can not only bring a lot of beautiful snow, but also slippery ice and freezing temperatures. Whether you live up north where it easily drops below zero, or down south where it can cool down...
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Top New Year’s Resolutions for Family Caregivers and their Aging Loved Ones
A new year means it’s time for a fresh start. It’s time to grab the reins on the things we’ve all been saying we are going to get around to doing but haven’t yet. When you have an aging loved one...
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5 New Year’s Activities Perfect for Seniors
New Year’s Eve typically gets associated with staying up late and going to big, raucous parties—not exactly the ideal activities for seniors. That doesn’t mean that you and your elderly loved one...