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Sadly, when it comes to scam activity perhaps no group is more susceptible than the elderly. Often vulnerable, senior citizens lose approximately $2.9 billion a year to scams and fraudulent activity. Education is the first step towards addressing the problem. Knowing what to look for, and how to react when presented with a suspected scam …
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7 April 2016 – World Health Day In 2008, an estimated 347 million people in the world had diabetes and the prevalence is growing, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. In 2012, the disease was the direct cause of some 1.5 million deaths, with more than 80% of those occurring in low- and middle-income countries. …
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Many seniors want to “age in place,” enjoying their later years in the comfort of their own homes. Most dread the outdated concept of Philadelphia nursing homes. Luckily, today’s senior can enjoy a wide range of choices in what his or her life will look like in the years to come. Both nursing homes and …
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Taking your baby home from the NICU after you give birth in Philadelphia can be both joyful – and a little scary. This is especially true for families who find themselves going home with a child who has special health needs. You may need to bring oxygen equipment, apnea monitors, suctioning equipment or other medical …
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Summer is in full swing in Philadelphia and it’s time to revisit some vital safety tips for seniors. Elderly persons are more vulnerable when it comes to the effects of heat and at greater risk for dehydration. According to the CDC, elderly people are more at risk because: They don’t adjust as well as young …
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Home Health Care in Philadelphia is about family. When your beloved parent, spouse or other family member needs elderly care, you need to know they will be safe and taken care of. There are certain changes that transpire with age and it takes a specific type of professionals to notice, understand and deliver all the …
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Elder companions — sometimes called home companions, are professionals you hire who also cater to a younger population. Their work consists of providing company for people who live alone, especially those who are home bound due to frailty or dementia. For people who are looking for companions care in Philadelphia, there is the added assurance …
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Even when aging starts affecting their quality of life, most elders prefer to stay in their own homes. The sense of familiarity that comes from knowing their neighbors, treasured memories with family and unwillingness for change are all contributing factors to oppose moving to a nursing home in Philadelphia. Today, there are options to make …
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Autism is a complex disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate with and relate to others as well as to experience sound, touch and visual stimulation. Approximately one in every 166 people has it, and four out of every five of these people are boys. Children with severe autism have problems in areas of …
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Personal home care assistants play an important role in the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy. Typically, the needs of people with cerebral palsy are similar to those of other patients – they are able to work, attend college and have a successful careers and families. Their specific needs are related to the …
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