Caring for an aging parent with narcissism is very difficult position to be put in. Many care givers find themselves in the unenviable position of providing care of the elderly narcissist at the cost of their own survival.......[Read More]

The relationship that exists between a caregiver and an elderly person is intense and complex. But this relationship is not confined. Many people are affected when a caregiver visits an apartment for senior citizens to give the elderly person the undivided attention that he or she deserves.......[Read More]

As elders continue to age and become dependent on others for all or part of their care, they can feel a sens of worthlessness and low self-esteem or lost dignity. Following the 7 tips below can go a long way to helping you maintain your elder's dignity.......[Read More]

Parasites such as candida albicans love to feed on sugar, and of course yeast. There are many different types of yeast; the one I will be talking about is candida albicans, as this nasty yeast based fungus loves the food we eat and can create cravings to feed itself.......[Read More]

Introduction: Those suffering from sinuses undergo agonizing pain and discomfort. But do you know that you can rely on home care for a cure for sinus infection? Here are some home care tips that would help you a lot.......[Read More]

Many seniors can continue to live independent lives in the comfort and familiarity of their homes with some assistance. Atlanta home care services offer flexible options to provide companionship, housekeeping, personal care, or medical services that enable seniors to remain safely in their homes.......[Read More]

Have you ever suffered the embarrassment of dry flaky dandruff cascading all over your shoulders? If you have ever tried to brush it off without people noticing I'll bet you would like to know how to get rid of Dandruff right now. Ever had burning red and itchy scalp with flakiness and falling ......[Read More]

Head lice. The pesty parasite that can come back again and again and again. But the problem can be resolved with a good quality treatment and some patients. Like most insects, head lice are oviparous, which means that they lay eggs just like fish, reptiles and birds do, with little embryonic develop......[Read More]

Every law abiding citizen should have the right to defend themselves and the senior community is certainly no exception. Especially those seniors living alone.......[Read More]

It's autumn, and that means cold and flu (influenza) season for many Americans. Flu outbreaks usually begin in the late fall and early winter each year. Once an outbreak reaches an area, it spreads quickly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 200,000 people ar......[Read More]

The Revolutionary Age was a period in history marked by political, military and social revolutions against the established order in these spheres. It began roughly with the American War of Independence (1775 -- 1781) and continued into the 19th century with the Industrial Revolution. It was a time w......[Read More]

It really is important that if you wish to get into this part of the health industry that you undergo the correct certified nursing assistant training program. They are supplied by various associations but before you begin it really is essential you do some research into what teaching they provide y......[Read More]

It is a breath of fresh air to see that the health care industry has been taking a shift towards computing. Healthcare cloud computing is a great advantage to hospitals and health care providers because, among other things, it allows patient chart data to be shared with various doctors across the co......[Read More]

Shower chairs are an ideal bathroom accessory for the older person. They provide stability, security and peace of mind during the daily routines of washing the body. Choosing the right chair for your needs is an important part of ensuring your bathroom interior is a safe place for the whole family.......[Read More]

How long to do you have to keep them?Hospital Files image by PinkSony from Fotolia.comIn 1996, Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act--HIPAA--which set national standards for handling of electronic medical records, including restricting who has access to.........[Read More]

Due to negligence in retirement homes, there are now many regulations to protect the elderly.elderly lady image by pixelcarpenter from Fotolia.comSending a loved one to a retirement home is a very emotional experience. It is in the best interest of everybody involved to make sure that the.........[Read More]

My friend is confused when she finds nothing seems to have happened yet since taking the bentonite in her candida treatment. She thinks that maybe she is not taking enough. She is taking 2 tablespoons a day for the past week. She expected to blast the stuff out of her when actually the reverse seems......[Read More]

It was not so long ago that an elderly person suffering from cancer would have received limited treatment and been sent home to die. "The common thoughts used to be that it wasn't worth treating cancer in older patients; that they'd lived their lives; they might be dying anyway; they ......[Read More]

Your older loved one does not have to move to a senior residential community to have the security and peace of mind of a safer home environment. One of the greatest risks to an older adult aging in place is a fall and the possibility of fracturing a bone. For an elder living alone, risks are magnifi......[Read More]

Caring for an elder in your family is a big commitment. It is very important that all members of the family including the elder discuss all the options available.......[Read More]