by Care Answered | Sep 26, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips
I recently returned from an informative healthcare advocacy conference. Attending a conference where I learn and connect with others always leaves me feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and eager to share the information I learned. And this conference did not disappoint!...
by Care Answered | Sep 17, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Events, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Nearly one in four Americans have medical debt, according to a recent survey by Lending Tree. Being armed with facts and information can help you avoid unnecessary medical debt and help you navigate medical bills. Here are three important facts for you to know: 90...
by Care Answered | Aug 21, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Many people feel that cancer tends to run in the family, but they may not be aware of how real the risk of inherited cancer is for them. Cancer is still one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and up to 10 percent of cancers are linked to an inherited...
by Care Answered | May 22, 2023 | Care News, chronic illness, Daily Health Tips
Have you heard of polypharmacy? More importantly, do you know what it is and how – not to mention why – to avoid it? Polypharmacy can lead to overprescribing which can lead to poor quality of life and even death. “Of Americans 65 and older, two-thirds take at...
by Care Answered | Apr 12, 2023 | Assisted Living, Care News, Daily Health Tips, Long Term Care, Medicare Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need, Short-term rehabilitation
When an older adult is hospitalized for more than three days, the hospital may recommend that they receive short-term rehabilitation (physical, occupational, speech) in a skilled nursing facility. Here are five tips for a safe discharge: Be able to describe the...
by Care Answered | Dec 13, 2022 | Daily Health Tips, Uncategorized
Here we are at the “most wonderful time of the year.” For many people it may not feel so wonderful; some of us may put pressure on ourselves to make it wonderful and that pressure zaps the joy. One of my never-ending quests is for more patience. You too? We only...
