Do you have a parent who is approaching 80 or even 90 years old? Have you been noticing that you loved one is starting to decline? It is natural to put things off until it is “absolutely necessary.” But too often that means waiting until a crisis or tragedy develops.
30 million Americans have diabetes. Is adding more and more medications the best way to manage this potentially devastating disease? Is there a better way that makes more sense?
Someone very important died today. If someone you know is ill, please take a moment to sit and ask them if there is anything that they want to talk about, is there someone that they need to make amends with? Because if you do not take the opportunity now, you may have to carry a heavy weight going forward in your life.
Snoring can indicate a serious problem that can put the noisy sleeper at risk for heart disease, diabetes, and complications after even minor surgery.
Over 50,000 people died in the United States last year from the flu and its complications. Learn why it is vital to protect yourself and your loved ones.
We often hear people say that they never want to “burden the children” as they age. This post covers the material in Appendix 2 of the book, Getting the Best Care. You will learn of simple ways to get your healthcare poser of attorney completed without expense or hassle.
Why are older patients less likely to receive adequate pain management in the ER when untreated pain can cause a devastating complication?
There are many resources that can help you with legal issues, medical concerns as well as help getting care in your home. Tune into the podcast episode number 11 for more details.
Broken hips are one of the most common reasons that people over the age of 65 come into the hospital. Without careful pain management and expert care, many people have devastating complications.
Having surgery is never fun, but having these important tips can help to make the process easier.
Palliative Care is appropriate for any person who has a serious illness. It is an addition to your other treatments and care.
There are certain errors that should never happen in the hospital. Learn what they are and how to protect yourself.
Let’s face it, we all have too much STUFF, and not enough real connection with one another. So this Father’s Day, why not grab a handful of old pictures (or bust out the cell phone and start scrolling) and sit with dad asking him about his favorite memories?
It is vitally important that people practice “defensive healthcare” before they are the victims of medical errors which are the third leading cause of death in the US. Do some research on your local hospital before you need to be a patient, and before a loved one needs hospitalization.