Wound care is rather a complex topic especially for the aging population.    Wounds can be caused by diseases that cause skin integrity issues or from accidents resulting in injury.  In our aging population, chronic ulcers are a frequent concern related to diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, and limited mobility.   If you are [...]

According to the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN) Society, over 1 million people in the US develop pressure ulcers each year.1  One of the most proven methods to prevent and treat pressure ulcers is through the use of a therapeutic support surface. Therapeutic support surfaces can be split into to two main types: 1)      [...]

By Sushma Subramanian / Published June 10, 2013 / Women’s Health Defend yourself against prediabetes and type 2 diabetes by sticking to these lifestyle habits, like lifting weights and getting a good night’s sleep Hit the Weights Upping your lean muscle mass could lower your insulin resistance and drop your odds of developing prediabetes, according [...]

Choosing the right skin care product to treat an infected area can be overwhelming. There are topicals, moisturizers, hydrators, and healers.  What does it all mean? Here is the breakdown to all the madness: A cream is approximately a 50/50 mixture of oil and water A lotion is lighter than a cream and has more [...]

*** From: Patty Kunze *** My new life began July 2nd, 2009 as a T3-4 paraplegic at 48 years of age.  My name is Patty Kunze and I have been a Registered Nurse since 1983.  I began my nursing career ironically in the Spinal Cord Injury Unit of the Veterans Administration Medical Center; little did [...]

Bacterium helps to regulate metabolism in mice. Brian Owens 13 May 2013 The gut is home to innumerable different bacteria — a complex ecosystem that has an active role in a variety of bodily functions. In a study published this week in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences1, a team of researchers finds that [...]

The Bathroom is one of the most dangerous rooms in the house with the highest injury rate in senior adults age 65 and older.  The majority of bathroom injuries are the result of falls.  Exiting the tub or shower is the most dangerous activity for all age groups since bathroom floors and fixtures are more [...]

Very informative article on hiring caregivers. By Kristine Kevorkian, Ph.D, Next Avenue Contributor From time to time, when I worked as a social worker in a skilled nursing facility, visiting family members complained to me about certain staff members. Residents too often were worried that if they themselves griped to senior managers, there might be [...]

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Trouble sleeping? Try avoiding these 10 foods to get a good night’s rest! By Lizette Borreli | May 02, 2013 06:35 PM EDT Sleep deprivation in America has become common among 41 million Americans, says the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Dietary factors that create chemicals can trigger insomnia. Therefore, it is essential [...]