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Navigating Post-Op Recovery
Transitioning from a hospital setting to the comfort of home can be critical in a patient's recovery journey. It requires careful navigation, support, and a comprehensive understanding of the...
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Why Are Old People Prone to Getting Cold Easily? 6 Ways to Help with Elderly Care
Aging changes our bodies, and that's no secret. Muscles weaken with age, skin becomes thinner and less elastic, and the immune system is more susceptible to illnesses and injuries. A common...
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Checking in with Seniors: Ways to Show You Care
Anyone can feel lonely or socially isolated at times, but older adults are particularly susceptible to this. If you have an aging parent or another senior family member you care about, you can make...
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Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes Care for the Elderly
Today, there are 37.3 million Americans who are currently living with diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Even more staggering, 1 in 4 US residents aged 65 and...
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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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Our Nurses and Caregivers are Vaccinated Against COVID-19
We know that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased both the need for quality home care and ensuring the caregivers you allow into your home are vaccinated and use precautions to prevent spread of the...
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Eclipse Health Solutions Now Offers First Aid/CPR/AED Training
New First Aid Training Program in Partnership with BrightStar Care of Fairfax The "unexpected" could occur at any time in our lives, so we have to be prepared and knowledgeable on what...
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BrightStar Care of Fairfax's Medical Director Evaluates the Future of Telemedicine and Home Health Care
Now that a pandemic has brought telemedicine into Americans’ consciousness and the health care system, it is timely to ask: How will telemedicine fit into future care? Failing to understand...
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Virginia's Health Is In Your Hands
BrightStar Care of Fairfax Supports "Mask Up Virginia"During COVID-19 we are all doing our part and wearing a mask will be key to helping our community stop the spread. Let...
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Social Distancing vs Social Isolation
There is a difference! Social distancing is important in controlling an outbreak but social isolation can be considered cruel in most circumstances. To learn more go to: https://www...