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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.
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 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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
EVERY FLU SEASON I spend time explaining the reality of the risk vs. benefits of flu vaccination to my patients.
SLEEP HELPS our memory, helps our body rest and repair itself, and enhances the immune system.
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