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Doug Dickstein on
February 27, 2012
Elderly patients needing a total knee replacement (TKR) due to osteoarthritis have new reasons to say, “Yes.” Research presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says the operation not only repairs the knee, it also lowers the patient’s probability of heart failure and death.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 23, 2012
It was my wife who first read this personal history article by writer Donald Hall regarding growing old in The New Yorker. It's a thoughtful as well as thought-provoking piece of a man not just coming to terms with his own aging but also raises our own awareness regarding how we treat the elderly.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 20, 2012
Think of the family member that provides companionship, security, entertainment and an all-around great friend. This companion is of course the family dog. What we sometimes overlook is impact of your K9 friends.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 17, 2012
According to several recent studies, over 1/3 of falls at home occur in the bedroom, and most home fires originate in the bedroom. The majority of fatal fires occur while the residents are sleeping. Since the elderly spend about a third of their time in the bedroom, it is extremely important to correct bedroom safety hazards and take preventive measures to help avoid potentially life-altering disasters.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 15, 2012
From Mark Yatman at YourSeniorCareNetwork.com.
Say goodbye to wheelchairs… at least that’s what the makers of today’s Bionic Suits would like to make a reality.
Imagine a world where men and women with physical disabilities have a chance to regain full mobility of t...
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Doug Dickstein on
February 14, 2012
Happy Valentine's Day from your friends at Right at Home in Glendale, California.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 13, 2012
When we get together with friend and family the first conversation usually starts with “Remember that one time …..” , but who really stops to think about the true meaning of that statement. Alzheimer’s Disease ( ALZ ) has claimed memory from millions of Americans, about 5.4 million are living with ALZ this year. The effects can be devastating to families who must sit by the wayside while their loved ones simply forget what they have held dear.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 09, 2012
To avoid our innate fear we have compiled 5 essential tips that may help achieve your Blood Pressure goals.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 06, 2012
February is the month of love, but dark chocolate isn’t the only sweet gift that is good for the heart – building strong relationships plays a vital role in living a longer and healthier life, too.
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Doug Dickstein on
February 03, 2012
Whether the person you care for lives in your home or not, the fact that you are a caregiver can help to teach the concepts of compassion, duty, loyalty and love. Here are some tips for using caregiving as a teaching tool.
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