Research has repeatedly shown that caregivers of dementia patients are at high risk for increased psychological stress, socio-demographic burden, and physical illness. Being a caregiver is hard work. It is especially difficult for caregivers of dementia patients. Since dementia is a progressive condition, a caregiver assumes increased responsibilities over time as they take care of their loved one. They often have high rates of burden and psychological morbidity as well as … [Read more...]
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4 Top Tech Tips & Senior Caregiving Tools
Discover the latest technology and senior caregiving tools. Now more than ever, health and wellness information is being consumed independently by patients and their home or hospice caregivers, about three-in-four of whom do their own medical research online. Meanwhile, the Internet of Things (IoT) accelerates these changes, which are revolutionizing the way care can be provided to seniors and hospice patients at home, where folks are increasingly surrounded by smart … [Read more...]
How to Encourage Physical Fitness for Seniors
Incorporate the top 5 strategies outlined here in your clinical practice to encourage physical fitness for seniors. Plus, learn 55 exercises seniors can try. As we age, our bodies need to stay more active to compensate for the loss of mobility and function. However, as a person nears or finally reaches retirement, often the last thing that he or she will want to do is exercise. But, it's not impossible! Here, discover proven methods to encourage physical fitness for s … [Read more...]
My Breast Cancer Story
January 2015. I was 39 and had just seen my gynecologist for my annual appointment a month prior, where I received an order to have my first mammogram later in the spring. My family and I were in the middle of a move from Pennsylvania to Texas. We had a temporary apartment in Dallas while our old house was on the market in Pennsylvania (with our furniture in it), and I was getting our daughters set up in their new schools. We had finally closed on our new home in … [Read more...]
Study: Yo-Yo Dieting More Than Doubles the Risk of Dying Young
A new study shows that fluctuating weight with yo-yo dieting can raise your risk of heart attack or stroke. The term "yo-yo dieting", also known as weight cycling, originated from Kelly D. Brownell at Yale University. It refers to the cyclical pattern of losing and then regaining weight, analogous to the up-and-down motion of a yo-yo. According to new research published in the American Heart Association’s journal, Circulation, yo-yo dieting can wreak havoc on your body – s … [Read more...]
Staff Shortages in Healthcare
How many times in your career have you heard the sentence, “Sorry, we are short-staffed today,”? Unfortunately, you’re likely to hear this again. Staff shortages in healthcare facilities are a growing problem, and here’s why… Ongoing staff shortages in healthcare is a real problem that makes providing patient-centered care a daunting task. As per a recent report by CNN, the United States will need to hire 2.3 million new healthcare workers by 2025 to be able to take care of t … [Read more...]
Lack of Training in Healthcare: Impact & Opportunities
Lack of training in healthcare is a challenging problem. But, there are several low-cost training options to improve staff competency, quality of patient care, and business profits. Official training programs are an integral part of hiring new employees and integrating them into a company. But sadly, the training often stops soon after orientation. With growing demands and constantly changing insurance requirements, healthcare is a fast-paced industry that requires ongoing co … [Read more...]
Tennis Ball Massage: How to Use a Tennis Ball to Relieve Muscle Pain
A tennis ball massage is highly useful for relieving pressure points. Sore muscles and knotted up spots on your body? That’s part of getting stronger and working out, unfortunately. And while you know that the aches and pains will eventually go away, understanding what you can do to speed up the process can be helpful. One tool that might surprise you is inexpensive and easy to find—in fact, you might have some lying around your house. The humble tennis ball is convenient, ch … [Read more...]
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