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Safe Step Stools For Senior Citizens

Have you seen a senior citizen in your neighborhood having difficulty getting on in a car or bus? Hasn't anyone out there have come up with an invention to solve this national problem?

The Importance of Caregiver Screening and Testing

One of the most important things to learn about any homecare company is about their caregivers. This is what clients really invest in and is often the biggest cost of service. You need to be informed on how they screen, train and supervise their caregivers.

What Are the Benefits Offered by Assisted Living

This article discusses the benefits offered by assisted living for retirees who prefer to maintain their independence despite having lost the ability to do certain daily activities. This concept of a retirement living community is very different from the only choice in the past, which is the nursing

Taking Swipes at Chlorhexidine Wipes

Newsflash: The findings of a recent randomized controlled trial do not support daily bathing with chlorhexidine in the ICU. What are we to do?

Pride Mobility Lift Chairs - A Look Back

In the early 1980's, American's who suffered from limited mobility saw relief in the form of power lift chairs. The earliest of models were nothing more than everyday recliners with

Best Food to Cure Hangover - Lemons

This article discusses one of the proven methods of curing hangovers, that is using lemons. Lemons although not very popular are very easy and home based to alleviate the symptoms and effects of hangover.

Why Rent a Stair lift Instead of New One?

Getting confuse when buying stair lifts? Know the reason why you need to rent a stair lift instead of buying a new one. Know the advantages and disadvantages of renting a stair lift.

Flu Information You Could Use

Flu also called, influenza or Grippe, is a respiratory infection caused by viruses. We contract viruses through our nose and mouth as we breath air containing the viruses or touch surfaces that contain the virus and then put our fingers to our mouth.Newborn babies, the elderly and individuals with c

Enuresis and Bed Wetting Problems and Answers

When bed wetting is doesn't occur because of an illness, like diabetes, a bladder infection or a prostate issue, it's generally the consequence of somebody sleeping really soundly. Some individuals are genetically disposed to an ailment where they sleep through the night, despite needing t

Aquajoy Bath Lift Options: Advantages of Buying a Heavy Duty Bathtub Lift

Taking a bath is at times a more comforting and soothing experience for some elderly or disabled individuals. The feeling of immersion in warm water can many times alleviate many of the aches and pains one can develop from their injuries and ailments. While this is taken for granted when healthy and

Senior Friendly Homes - 21 Ideas & Tips on Adapting a Home For Senior Living

If you are thinking of moving into a home, building one that you can retire in, or wondering how you can make your elderly parent's home easier to live in - there are some things to look for to make living as a Senior Adult or a person with a disability easier. Here is a list of 21 proven helpf

Timetables of Meaningful Use

In February of 2009 President Obama and the US Congress passed a stimulus package that focused 19.2 billion dollars towards the adoption of electronic systems in health care. The requirements and systems to obtain your portion of these dollars are complex.

Advancement of Clinic Using Online Appointment Scheduler

You can make your clinic advanced by automating it using Online Appointment Scheduler. It also carries multiple tasking required for a day-to-day medical management. Read on to know benefits of patient reminder system...

Uses Intended for Bed Rails

Security is the number one reason why bed guard rails were invented. They help to keep small children, elderly in addition to the handicapped securely in bed without the concern of falling out. They eliminate the fear of mishaps and falls occurring in the middle of the night due to active unconsciou

5 FAQs and Answers About Hospice Care

Saying goodbye to a loved one during their dying months can be one of the saddest and most stressful events in anyone's life. A hospice care team provides support for you, your loved ones, and any family members. Here are 5 frequently asked questions about receiving care in the last months at h

Moist Wipes - A Lifesaver For Mothers

What was once common for mothers of young children to have around at all times, has now becoming a common item for all people to carry with them. Moist wipes are quickly becoming a necessity these days, and people are learning to use them in many different ways. As cold and flu season hits, many peo

Incontinence Products - Manage Incontinence With Bladder Training

Millions of people, both men and women suffer from urge incontinence also known as overactive bladder. This condition occurs when the bladder muscles spasm or contract causing an almost violent urge to urinate and urinate frequently. This condition often times results in an involuntary flow of urine