Category 'Pain Management'

Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis

by Rita Ude on April 03, 2012 0 Comments

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic form of arthritis. Although it usually occurs in middle age, its onset also can occur in the elderly.

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What Is Palliative Care?

by Rita Ude on March 20, 2012 0 Comments

Many people associate palliative care with end-of-life hospice care, but palliative care is offered at any stage of disease and can supplement curative treatment.

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House Calls Are Making a Comeback

by Rita Ude on January 31, 2012 9 Comments

A new federal program called the Independence at Home Demonstration will test the effectiveness of providing healthcare to thousands of chronically ill Medicare patients in their own homes, allowing them to remain there instead of potentially entering long-term care facilities.

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Drug Reactions in Older Adults

by Rita Ude on January 17, 2012 7 Comments

Medications help prevent and treat illness and disease, but increasingly among seniors, certain medications are causing adverse drug reactions.

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Right at Home Austin West is sponsoring a team in the October 15th Walk to End Alzheimers.

by Edwin Young on September 16, 2011 0 Comments

Right at Home Austin West is sponsoring a team in the October 15th Walk to End Alzheimers.

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June is “Home Safety Month”

by Edwin Young on May 01, 2011 0 Comments

June is “Home Safety Month” Seniors Twice as Likely to Suffer Injuries or Death in Their Home (Austin, Texas) June is “Home Safety Month,” an opportunity to educate and empower older adults and their families to take action and increase the safety of their homes. The agi...

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Social Networking Offers Many Benefits for Seniors

by Edwin Young on October 13, 2010 0 Comments

Seniors are increasingly turning to social networks for companionship and support. Social networking provides opportunities for seniors to meet new people, stay in touch with family and friends and support their hobbies and interests. Facebook was the third most popular online destination for people 65 or older in November 2009, compared to the forty-fifth most popular destination in 2008, according to The Nielsen Company.

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