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There are millions of children in the United States who have advanced medical needs. Pediatric physical therapists can help these children and teenagers develop and reach their highest potential. A study cited by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that only five percent of physical therapists nationwide specialize in pediatrics. Here, our Pennsylvania …
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According to data from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), nearly one in five children in the United States has advanced health needs. For kids and teenagers with especially complex medical conditions, there are many unique challenges. In-home nursing care can make a big difference. In this article, our Pennsylvania pediatric home care team explains …
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines chronic illnesses as “conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both.” For parents, caring for a child with a chronic illness at home can be challenging. Here, our Phoenixville pediatric home care professionals provide …
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The United States Census Bureau reports that there are more than three million disabled children in the country. Many of these kids can benefit from home-based pediatric care. At Personal Health Care, we provide a full range of pediatric care services to children and families in Southeastern Pennsylvania. In this article, our pediatric home care …
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) explains that pediatrics is the “specialty of medical science concerned with the physical, mental, and social health of children.” Not all pediatric care takes place in a hospital or medical clinic. There is a wide range of home-based pediatric care services that are available to better support medically vulnerable …
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If your child has specialized health needs, you are not alone. According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there are more than three million children who have been diagnosed with a medical disability in the United States. You should have access to all available resources to get the right care for …
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(PHOENIXVILLE, PA, 3/11/22) – Personal Health Care, Inc. has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. Personal Health Care …
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Home health care is care given at home by a qualified professional for sick people or has injuries. The goals of home health care are to help you in recovery, enable you to take care of yourself, manage your illness, and help reduce the progression and worsening of your health condition. The doctor is the …
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Sometimes, factors like age, chronic diseases, cognitive impairments, or disability can your ability to care for yourself. You may find yourself unable to take your medication, maintain a healthy diet, or perform regular tasks around your home well and safely. Although friends and relatives could be willing to help, it may be inconvenient in the …
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Taking care of an ailing loved one can prove to be more daunting of a task than you think. The individual needs full-time special attention in their day to day activities. It gets even worse if you have other errands to run, such as going to work or school. You also need to create time …