Hospice of St. Francis Seeks Compassionate Volunteers

HOSF is certified by Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance.

Hospice of St. Francis is seeking caring people who would like to become volunteers. Hospice of St. Francis volunteers provide assistance in various ways, including making friendly visits to hospice patients, providing respite care for home bound patients, running errands and performing much needed office support.

Q&A: Advance Directives

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SpaceCoastMedicine.com welcomes Sally Forsberg, RN, MBA, Health First Patient Satisfaction Administrator and expert in patient services and rights to address frequently asked questions regarding Advance Directives, including what you need to know regarding end-of–life decisions.

Do You Have a Medical Home?

BE AS SPECIFIC as you can about your health concerns with your Primary Care Provider. Expect the same honest communication from your physician. Ask questions if you don’t understand an explanation or medical term.

Do you have a primary care provider (PCP)? Do you feel confident you can contact that provider when you need him or her? In other words: Do you have a medical home?

BAHS Senior Health Fair Pays Tribute To Our Vets

BAHS pays tribute to our veterans at their Senior Health Fair.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA (Nov. 5, 2009) – The Brevard Association of Human Services (BAHS) will host their annual Senior Health Fair Tribute to Veterans, next Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Hilton Rialto in Melbourne, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Florida Dept of Health: Falls Leading Cause of Death for Elderly

UNINTENTIONAL FALLS remain the leading cause of injury and death for Floridians over 64 years of age and a major source of disability.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Unintentional falls remain the leading cause of injury and death for Floridians over 64 years of age and a major source of disability. According to the Florida Department of Health, in 2007 some 1,700 Floridians suffered fatal injuries from a fall and more than 53,000 required hospitalization and treatment.

Tips for Aging Successfully

OLDER ADULTS who have a rich social network and participate in many social activities, tend to have reduced cognitive decline and decreased risk of dementia.

AS LIFE EXPECTANCY in the U.S. continues to move higher, those over age 65 will grow dramatically over the next decade. The “oldest old,” those individuals age 85 or older, are the fastest growing segment of the population.

Is It Alzheimer’s Disease?

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE is a significant public health challenge, since the median age of the developed world is rising. The earliest and most recognizable symptom of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss.  It typically begins with minor forgetfulness that becomes increasingly pronounced as time passes and the illness progresses.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE is not really a disease of memory loss — rather, it is a disease where the brain is no longer able to make memories. The nerve pathways are disrupted such that patients cannot make new memories.

Home Health Aides Become Family Members

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WHEN YOU NEED individualized care in the privacy of your home or want to help a family member maintain independence in familiar surroundings, private duty nursing is an excellent option.

The Facts Are Clear—Get a Flu Shot

FLU VACCINES reduce illness and death from flu so much that the government and some insurers are starting to grade the quality of hospitals and doctors by how well they immunize their highest risk patients. It is recommended for those over 50, and anyone with heart or lung disease, diabetes, cancer or other immune system weakness.

EVERY FLU SEASON I spend time explaining the reality of the risk vs. benefits of flu vaccination to my patients.

Lack of Sleep Linked to Increased Health Risks

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SLEEP HELPS our memory, helps our body rest and repair itself, and enhances the immune system.

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