Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Guide In Making Good New Year Resolutions

When making a new year's resolution, it is important to set realistic and attainable goals. Otherwise, it may lead to frustration and become very difficult to accomplish. The key is your willingness to adjust and make changes in your life, as this will help you stay motivated in achieving your goals.

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Tuesday, December 29, 2009

New Year's Countdown Celebration Tips

Hosting a New Year's Eve Party? The secret to a successful party is careful planning, simple yet elegant decorations and of course the most important one…delicious food!

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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Stress-Free Holiday Travel Guide

Planning ahead is key in avoiding stress during the Holidays. Christmas season is the busiest and most stressful time of the year for traveling. Despite the current economic condition, most people will still travel to be with their family and friends this holiday season.

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Monday, December 21, 2009

Kidney Disease of Diabetes

Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney failure, accounting for nearly 44 percent of new cases. Even when diabetes is controlled, the disease can lead to CKD and kidney failure. People with kidney failure undergo either dialysis, an artificial blood-cleaning process, or transplantation to receive a healthy kidney from a donor.

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Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Christmas Shopping Tips

Christmas season is just around the corner. With the holidays coming, people will start buying gifts for friends and family. However, with this kind of economy a lot of people will definitely be looking for good deals on holiday gifts.

For smart ways to help you save money during the shopping season, click on the link below:

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Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Grief during the Holidays

When we lose the people in our life that have always been there is a life-altering event. The holidays create even more pain to those who are suffering grief from the death of a loved one.

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Thursday, December 3, 2009

Kidney Failure: What To Expect

Kidney failure can hit you in different and surprising ways. You may get headaches and other pains. You may be tired all the time and lose your appetite. But what do the kidneys have to do with these conditions?

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Monday, November 30, 2009

Free Shipping Day

Online shopping is becoming very popular. It is a convenient way to browse, compare and buy items you like.

With our busy schedules, online shopping will definitely be the answer in avoiding the holiday crowds. However, shipping charges can sometimes be a burden as it can be very expensive, especially if you choose to expedite shipping to guarantee a specific delivery date.

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Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Enjoy Your Retirement. Be Debt Free

As older adults near their retirement years, having more financial freedom is important to enjoy a stress-free life after retirement. It will be nice to just sit, back, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

3 Ways To Fight The Flu

Flu is a serious contagious disease. Each year in the United States, on average, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized and 36,000 people die from seasonal flu complications. This flu season could be worse that's why it is very important to take precautionary measures.

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Monday, October 26, 2009

Practical Tips For Long Distance Caregivers

Caring for your loved one from a distance can be challenging. Many long-distance caregivers provide emotional support and occasional respite to a primary caregiver who is in the home. Long-distance caregivers can play a part in arranging for professional caregivers, hiring home health and nursing aides, or locating assisted living and nursing home care.

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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Prevent Diabetes Problems: Keep Your Kidneys Healthy

Too much glucose in the blood for a long time can cause diabetes problems. This high blood glucose, also called blood sugar, can damage many parts of the body, such as the heart, blood vessels, eyes, and kidneys. Heart and blood vessel disease can lead to heart attacks and strokes. You can do a lot to prevent or slow down diabetes problems.

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Friday, October 16, 2009

Medicare Preventive Services

Now is the time to get the most out of your Medicare. The best way to stay healthy is to live a healthy lifestyle. You can live a healthy lifestyle and prevent disease by exercising, eating well, keeping a healthy weight, and not smoking. Medicare can help.

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Saturday, September 26, 2009

Knowing When To Move Your Parents

The decision about whether your parents should move out of their own home is often tricky and emotional. Each family will have its own reasons for wanting (or not wanting) to take such a step.

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Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Aging At The Comfort Of Your Own Home

Want to know how you can help your older relative age at the comfort of their own home? Read this article as it contains important tips on how seniors can be independent and be able to age at home.

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Friday, September 18, 2009

Eating and Diabetes

Healthful eating helps keep your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, in your target range. Physical activity and, if needed, diabetes medicines also help. The diabetes target range is the blood glucose level suggested by diabetes experts for good health.

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Monday, September 14, 2009

Providing Everyday Care For Alzheimer's Patients

At some point, people with Alzheimer's Disease will need help bathing, brushing their teeth, combing their hair, and getting dressed. Because these are private activities, people may not want help. They may feel embarrassed about being naked in front of caregivers. They also may feel angry about not being able to care for themselves.

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Friday, September 4, 2009

Understanding Medicare Billing

To help the person you care for manage medical expenses, it is important to understand Medicare billing. Knowing about premiums, deductibles, co-insurance, co-payments, and which insurance pays first or second when the person is covered by more than one health insurance plan can help you and the person you care for better handle Medicare billing.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Managing Medical Conditions with Medicare

As your parents, grandparents, relatives, or friends face health care decisions, they may need to rely on you for help. Medicare can be an important factor in many of those health care decisions. It is important to understand the role Medicare can play in planning for medical care, managing chronic illness and hospitalization, and paying for medical expenses.

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Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Summer Energy Saving Tips

Ready to enjoy summertime without having to worry about your energy bill? These tips are designed to help you choose effective ways to reduce your energy bill. Some measures may not be relevant depending on climate, the age of your home and appliances, and past improvements made to your home.

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Friday, August 7, 2009

Eating Healthy Within Your Budget

Eating healthy doesn't mean spending more money or buying expensive healthy foods. You can eat healthy on a budget by planning ahead and choosing healthy foods that give you more nutrition for your money. As a matter of fact, if you stick to your list and budget, you might find it less costly to eat healthier.

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Monday, August 3, 2009

Spirituality in Cancer Care

Religious and spiritual values are important to patients coping with cancer. The terms spirituality and religion are often used in place of each other, but for many people they have different meanings.

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Sunday, July 26, 2009

Transitional Care Options For Cancer Patients

Having cancer affects more than the patient's physical condition. It also affects mental health, family life, ability to work, financial planning, social relationships, and faith.

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Thursday, July 16, 2009

10 Signs That Death Is Near

There are certain signs and symptoms that can help a caregiver determine when a patient is close to death. This article will describe the 10 signs that death is near as well as ways on how to manage them.

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Sunday, July 12, 2009

Independence From Incontinence

For many of the retirement age, incontinence is a fact of daily life. Over time, living with incontinence can leave sufferers feeling isolated, hopeless and alone, and dependence on a caregiver to get to the bathroom or change undergarments can feel undignified.

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Thursday, July 9, 2009

What is Aneurysm?

An aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge in an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from your heart to your body.

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Saturday, July 4, 2009

Drugs For Treating The Flu

Health care providers can prescribe medicines to help fight the flu. These medicines are called antivirals and can be taken to treat or prevent the flu.

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Friday, June 26, 2009

When Cancer Returns

Maybe in the back of your mind, you feared that your cancer might return. Now you might be thinking, "How can this be happening to me again? Haven't I been through enough?"

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Sunday, June 21, 2009

Nutrition in Advanced Cancer

Nutrition-related side effects may occur or become worse as cancer becomes more advanced. Eating less solid food is common in advanced cancer. Patients usually prefer soft foods and clear liquids. Those who have problems swallowing may do better with thick liquids than with thin liquids.

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Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Nutrition Guidelines For Cancer Prevention

Healthy food choices and physical activity may help reduce the risk of cancer. Healthy eating habits and proper nutrition are very important in fighting diseases like cancer. It is important to consider these diet and fitness guidelines to help lower the risk of cancer.

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Saturday, June 13, 2009

Side-Effects of Cancer Treatments

During cancer treatment, some cancer patients may experience side effects that may cause eating problems. Sometimes it is the side effects of treatment such as nausea, vomiting, or changes in food's taste or smell that makes cancer patients feel like not eating.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009

Eating Problems During Cancer Treatment

All the methods of treating cancer like surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and biological therapy (immunotherapy) are very powerful. Although these cancer treatments target the fast-growing cancer cells in your body, healthy cells can also be damaged.

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Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Tips To Better Senior Sex

Aging should not hinder older adults and seniors from having an active and satisfying sex life. Contrary to what most people believe, sex is not just for young couples. Everyone desires to feel loved and receive affection.

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Monday, June 8, 2009

Nutrition Recommendations For Cancer Patients

Your diet is an important part of your treatment for cancer. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after your cancer treatment can help you feel better and stay stronger.

Coping with cancer while maintaining your nutritional intake can be hard. Click on the link below to continue reading this article:

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Friday, June 5, 2009

Nutrition in Cancer Care

Cancer and cancer treatments may cause nutrition-related side effects. The diet is an important part of cancer treatment. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after cancer treatment can help the patient feel better and stay stronger.

Experiencing nutritional side effects while undergoing cancer treatments? Learn how to avoid this by continue reading this article:

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Thursday, June 4, 2009

Traveling With Incontinence

When the summer months roll around, it is inherent in many of us to develop a travel bug. Perhaps the family vacations of our youth, like trips to the beach, fishing in a quiet stream, exploring a little nook of the world, have conditioned us to itch for a getaway as soon as the weather heats up.

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Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Want To Keep Looking Young And Fabulous?

Being physically active and eating well may help you stay fit, younger looking and feel fabulous over the years. No matter what your age, you may be able to improve your health if you move more and eat better! In addition to improving your physical health, moving more and eating better may also help manage health problems like arthritis, osteoporosis (bone loss), and coronary heart disease.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease in which the bones become weak and are more likely to break. People with osteoporosis most often break bones in the hip, spine, and wrist.

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Monday, June 1, 2009

Treating Erectile Dysfunction

Talking to your doctor about erectile dysfunction can be difficult. You might use a phrase like "I've been having problems in the bedroom" or "I've been having erection problems." Don't feel embarrassed about seeking help. Erectile Dysfunction is a medical problem and your doctor can help you.

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Thursday, May 28, 2009

Erection Problems

Some people can talk with their doctors about sex. Others feel that sex is private. They do not want to share details with anyone. But if you have problems getting or keeping an erection, you have good reasons to talk to a doctor about your health and your quality of life.

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Monday, May 25, 2009

Types of Complementary and Alternative Medicine

We are learning about Complementary and Alternative Medicine therapies every day, but there is still more to learn. Consumers may use the terms "natural, "holistic," "home remedy," or "Eastern medicine" to refer to CAM. However, experts use five categories to describe it. These are listed below with a few examples for each.

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Saturday, May 23, 2009

Complementary and Alternative Medicine For Cancer

Cancer patients have many choices to make before, during, and after cancer treatment. One choice may be thinking about is complementary and alternative medicine. We call this CAM, for short.

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Friday, May 22, 2009

Stages of Breast Cancer

Diagnosed with breast cancer? Want to know the stage of your disease and treatment options? To plan your treatment for breast cancer, your doctor needs to know the extent or stage of the disease. The stage of cancer is based on the size of the tumor and whether the cancer has spread.

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Monday, May 18, 2009

Breast Cancer Treatment Choices by Stage

Many women with breast cancer want to take an active part in making decisions about their medical care. It is natural to want to learn all you can about your disease and treatment choices. Knowing more about breast cancer helps many women cope.

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Friday, May 15, 2009

Effective Caregiving

A caregiver's duties range from physical assistance to emotional support and everything in between. Those being cared for often need help 24 hours a day, with everything from eating and taking medicine to showering and going to the bathroom.

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Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Breast Cancer Symptoms and Diagnosis

Early breast cancer usually does not cause pain. Still, a woman should see her doctor about breast pain or any other symptom that does not go away.

Common symptoms of breast cancer include:

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Thursday, May 7, 2009

Breast Cancer Risk Factors

Breast cancer forms in tissues of the breast, usually the ducts (tubes that carry milk to the nipple) and lobules (glands that make milk). It occurs in both men and women, although male breast cancer is rare.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Guide To A Safe and Healthy Travel

Every year more and more Americans are traveling internationally for vacation, business, and volunteerism, and to visit friends and family.

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Friday, May 1, 2009

Know More About Swine Virus

Due to the recent concern regarding Swine Flu Disease, we have decided to post these facts about the Swine Flu to keep everyone informed.

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Thursday, April 30, 2009

Ways To Avoid The Flu

The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Pack Smart For Your Trip

Packing for your vacation is one of the most important things you have to do before leaving. It is essential to pack smart for your trip to make sure that you do not forget anything important.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Hearing Loss and Older Adults

Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. One in three people older than 60 and half of those older than 85 have hearing loss.

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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Improve Your Eating Habits

When it comes to eating, we have strong habits. Some are good ("I always eat breakfast"), and some are not so good ("I always clean my plate"). Although many of our eating habits were established during childhood, it doesn't mean it's too late to change them.

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Monday, April 20, 2009

Caring for Caregivers

As a caregiver, we tend to be very busy attending to the needs of the people we care for and most of the time we forget to take care of ourselves.

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Thursday, April 16, 2009

Grief In The Workplace

The workplace is like your second family to many people. Let's face it, some people spend more time at work than with their immediate families!!!

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Urinary Incontinence

Are you reluctant to talk to your doctor about your bladder control problem? Don’t be. There is help. Loss of bladder control is called urinary incontinence. It can happen to anyone, but is very common in older people. At least 1 in 10 people age 65 or older has this problem.

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Monday, April 13, 2009

Support For Cancer Patients

Even though your needs are greater when you have cancer, it can be hard to ask for help to meet those needs. It is important to know that no one needs to face cancer alone. When people with cancer seek and receive help from others, they often find it easier to cope with their condition.

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Friday, April 10, 2009

Medicines For Cancer Pain

There is more than one way to treat cancer pain. Your doctor prescribes medicine based on the kind of pain you have and how severe it is. In studies, these medicines have been shown to help control cancer pain. Doctors use three main groups of drugs for pain, which are: nonopioids, opioids, and other types.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Types and Causes of Cancer Pain

Cancer pain can range from mild to very severe. Some days it can be worse than others. It can be caused by the cancer itself, the treatment, or both. You may also have pain that has nothing to do with your cancer.

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Monday, April 6, 2009

Treating Cancer Pain

People who have cancer don't always have pain. Everyone is different. But if you do have cancer pain, you should know that you don't have to accept it. Cancer pain can almost always be relieved.

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Saturday, April 4, 2009

Avoid Burglaries

Your home is considered a safe haven, but how safe are you in your own home?

Avoid these unfortunate incidents by reading these important safety guidelines.

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Friday, April 3, 2009

Prostate Cancer Treatments

Men with prostate cancer have many treatment options. The treatment that's best for one man may not be best for another.

The treatment that's right for you depends mainly on your age, the grade of the tumor (the Gleason score), the number of biopsy tissue samples that contain cancer cells, the stage of the cancer, your symptoms, and your general health.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Stages of Prostate Cancer

If the biopsy shows that you have cancer, your doctor needs to learn the extent (stage) of the disease to help you choose the best treatment. Staging is a careful attempt to find out whether the tumor has invaded nearby tissues, whether the cancer has spread and, if so, to what parts of the body.

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Monday, March 30, 2009

Prostate Cancer Testing and Diagnosis

Your doctor can check for prostate cancer before you have any symptoms. During an office visit, your doctor will ask about your personal and family medical history. You will have a physical exam as well.

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Friday, March 27, 2009

Sexuality Changes Caused by Aging

Young men and women often find that although the physical aspects of their sexuality are strong, they have difficulty with timing and frequency of desire. Research has shown that the typical young male sexual cycle builds quickly and climaxes quickly, while a women's sexual arousal tends to build more slowly.

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Thursday, March 26, 2009

Sex and Aging

Sex is good for both young and old couples because of the health benefits related to it. As we grow old many of us still want to have an active life, including the desire to have a satisfying sex life. Old age should not be a hindrance to an active and satisfying sex life. Get the answers for commonly asked questions on sex and aging.

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Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

A man with prostate cancer may not have any symptoms. For men who do have symptoms, the common symptoms include: Urinary problems, difficulty having an erection, painful ejaculation...

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Understanding Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer means that cancer cells form in the tissues of the prostate. It is the most common cancer in American men after skin cancer. Prostate cancer tends to grow slowly compared with most other cancers.

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Saturday, March 21, 2009

Preventing Stroke

Stroke is preventable and treatable. A better understanding of the causes of stroke has helped people make lifestyle changes that have cut the stroke death rate nearly in half in the last two decades.

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Friday, March 20, 2009

Understanding Stroke

Stroke ranks as the third leading killer in the United States. A stroke can be devastating to individuals and their families, robbing them of their independence. It is the most common cause of adult disability.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Crime and Older People

Older people and their families worry about crime. Though older people are less likely to be victims of crime than teenagers and young adults, the number of crimes against older people is hard to ignore. Older people are often targets for robbery, purse snatching, pick-pocketing, car theft, or home repair scams.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Prostate Cancer Risk Factors

When you're told you have prostate cancer, it's natural to wonder what may have caused the disease. But no one knows the exact causes of prostate cancer. Doctors seldom know why one man develops prostate cancer and another doesn't.

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Monday, March 16, 2009

Choosing Long Term Care

Choosing long-term care is an important decision. Planning for long-term care requires you to think about possible future health care needs. It is important to look at all of your choices.

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Friday, March 13, 2009

Smart Ways to Save on Taxes

Tax season is here again. Everyone would love to avoid paying a hefty amount of money in taxes, don't you? But how?

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Thursday, March 12, 2009

Tips on How To Choose A Reliable Tax Preparer

Will you be paying someone to do your tax return? If so, it is very important to choose a tax preparer wisely. Since you will be legally responsible for what’s on your tax returns even if someone else prepares them, it will definitely be best to get a qualified tax professional.

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Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Tax Preparation Tips For Seniors

Getting ready to file your taxes? Here are important tips to help you avoid some of the common errors dealing with the standard deduction for seniors, the taxable amount of Social Security benefits, and the Credit for the Elderly and Disabled.

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Monday, March 9, 2009

Guide To Long Term Care Planning

Long-term care is a variety of services that includes medical and non-medical care to people who have a chronic illness or disability. Long-term care helps meet health or personal needs. Long-term care is made up of many different services and may include help with activities of daily living

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Sunday, March 8, 2009

Providing Comfort at the End of Life

Comfort care is an essential part of medical care at the end of life. It is care that helps or soothes a person who is dying. The goal is to prevent or relieve suffering as much as possible while respecting the dying person’s wishes.

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Thursday, March 5, 2009

What To Do When Your Loved One Dies

Immediately following death, nothing has to be done. Take the time you need to start the grieving process. Some people want to stay in the room with the body; others prefer to leave. You might want to have someone make sure the body is lying flat before the joints become stiff and cannot be moved. This rigor mortis begins sometime during the first hours after death.

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Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Answers to Commonly Asked Cancer Questions

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in this country. However, improvements in cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment have increased the survival rate for many types of cancer.

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Friday, February 27, 2009

Keeping Your Skin Looking Young and Healthy

Your skin changes as you age. You might notice wrinkles, age spots and dryness. Your skin also becomes thinner and loses fat, making it less plump and smooth. It might take longer to heal, too.

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Thursday, February 26, 2009

Avoid Caregiver Abuse From A Distance

From a distance, it can be hard to assess the quality of your parent's caregivers.
Ideally, if there is a primary caregiver on the scene, he or she can keep tabs on how things are going. Sometimes a geriatric care manager can help. You can stay in touch by phone and take note of any concerns that might indicate neglect or mistreatment.

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Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Screening Tests To Detect Cancer

Early Detection is key. When cancer is found early, treatment is more likely to work. Early treatment often can shrink or destroy the tumor and stop it from growing and spreading.

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Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Older Adults and Depression

Depression is not a normal part of aging, and studies show that most seniors feel satisfied with their lives, despite increased physical ailments. However, when older adults do have depression, it may be overlooked because seniors may show different, less obvious symptoms, and may be less inclined to experience or acknowledge feelings of sadness or grief.

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Monday, February 23, 2009

Different Forms of Depression

There are several forms of depressive disorders. The most common are major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder.

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Saturday, February 21, 2009

Getting Help For Depression

If you are unsure where to go for help, talk to someone you trust who has experience in mental health. You can contact a doctor, nurse, social worker, or religious counselor. Ask their advice on where to seek treatment.

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Friday, February 20, 2009

Treatments For Depression

Depression, even the most severe case is a highly treatable disorder. As with many illnesses, the earlier that treatment can begin, the more effective it is and the greater the likelihood that recurrence can be prevented.

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Thursday, February 19, 2009

Signs and Symptoms of Depression

People with depressive illnesses do not all experience the same symptoms. The severity, frequency and duration of symptoms will vary depending on the individual and his or her particular illness.

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Dealing With Diabetes

There is no cure for diabetes. Treatment involves medicines, diet, and exercise to control blood sugar and prevent symptoms and complications. With good blood glucose and blood pressure control, many of the complications of diabetes can be prevented.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Managing Diabetes

Diabetes occurs when the body is not able to use sugar as it should for growth and energy. The body gets sugar when it changes food into glucose (a form of sugar). A hormone called insulin is needed for the glucose to be taken up and used by the body.

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Monday, February 16, 2009

Types of Diabetes Tests

A urine analysis may be used to look for glucose and ketones from the breakdown of fat. However, a urine test alone does not diagnose diabetes. Click on the link below to get detailed information on different types of test for diabetes:

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Sunday, February 15, 2009

Answers to Important Heart Attack Questions

Each year, about 1.1 million Americans suffer a heart attack. About 460,000 of those heart attacks are fatal. About half of those deaths occur within 1 hour of the start of symptoms and before the person reaches the hospital.

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Saturday, February 14, 2009

Heart Disease And Medications

Sometimes, medications may be needed to help prevent or control coronary heart disease (CHD) and so reduce the risk of a first or repeat heart attack. But, if medications are needed, lifestyle changes still must be undertaken. If prescribed, take medications as directed by your health care provider.

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Friday, February 13, 2009

Testing For A Heart Attack

If you think you’re having a heart attack, get help at once. Don't wait to be sure. Call 9-1-1 right away. Delay can be deadly. Once you get help, you will undergo tests to see if a heart attack has actually occurred. Some tests are done at the hospital, while others can be done by emergency medical personnel who come in an ambulance.

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Thursday, February 12, 2009

Reduce Heart Attack Risk

You can reduce your risk of having a heart attack even if you already have coronary heart disease (CHD) or have had a previous heart attack.

The key is to take steps to prevent or control your heart disease risk factors. Here are some steps to take to help reduce your risk of having a heart attack:

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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

How To Plan Ahead For A Heart Attack

Planning is key to surviving a heart attack. Time is of the essence. According to statistics, Patient delay rather than transport or hospital delay is the biggest cause of not getting rapid care for heart attacks. It is very important to create a plan now to know what to do if heart attack should happen.
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009

How To Survive A Heart Attack

Fast action is your best weapon against a heart attack. Why?

Because clot-busting drugs and other artery-opening treatments can stop a heart attack in its tracks. They can prevent or limit damage to the heart–but they need to be given immediately after symptoms begin.

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Monday, February 9, 2009

Symptoms of Depression

Depression is more than the blues or the blahs. Everybody gets sad or feels down sometimes, but most people with the blues can lift their mood by exercising, socializing or other activities. However, those with major depression cannot, and their symptoms can last weeks, months or even years.

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Friday, February 6, 2009

Healing From Depression

Depression can be treated with medications or talk therapy, and both have supporters with countless studies to prove how effective they are. But researchers now know that all depression is not equal, and that different people need different approaches to get better.

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Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Secrets To A Longer, Healthier And Happier Life

People are living longer and healthier lives nowadays. Thanks to all the technology advancements and breakthroughs in science and medicine. Per statistics, life expectancy has dramatically been increasing. More and more people are living longer, healthier and happier. Wouldn't you?

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Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Can People With Alzheimer's Be Safe Drivers?

For a person with Alzheimer's Disease (AD), driving becomes increasingly difficult. Memory loss, impaired judgment, disorientation, impaired visual and spatial perception, slow reaction time, certain medications, diminished attention span, inability to recognize cues such as stop signs and traffic lights can make driving particularly hazardous.

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Monday, February 2, 2009

Safer Home For Alzheimer Patients

It is important to make the house safe for your aging relative who has Alzheimer's Disease. How can you make the house safer for your parent who has Alzheimer's disease?

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Sunday, February 1, 2009

Long Distance Caregiving

Long-distance caregiving takes many forms from helping manage the money to arranging for in-home care; from providing respite care for a primary caregiver to helping a parent move to a new home or facility.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Advance Directive vs. Living Will

What are the differences between advance directives and living will?

Advance directives are oral and written instructions about future medical care should your parent become unable to make decisions (for example, unconscious or too ill to communicate).

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Friday, January 30, 2009

Prevent Kidney Stones

Some say that passing a kidney stone is like delivering a baby made of razor blades.

The good news is that, although they can be excruciatingly painful, kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage, and you may be able to prevent them.

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