Submitted by Scott on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 11:27am
This year many popular brand-name drugs will become available in generic form. Are they as good?
The Food and Drug Administration approves both brand-name and generic drugs. The two medicines are identical in
- active ingredient(s), strength, quality, safety, and how they work;
- required lab testing to prove they are absorbed 80% - 125% as well as the original (the average tends to be 96% - 104%);
- manufacturing standards that ensure consistency and purity.
Brand-name and generic drugs are different in
Submitted by Scott on Wed, 04/25/2012 - 11:07am
Source: SeriousIllness.org
Caring for an ailing relative can shift life in a way that makes typical measures of "success" pretty useless. Perhaps it's no longer important to work such "top producer" hours. Or to have the best garden on the block. But without these familiar markers, you may wonder, "Who am I? How am I doing?"
Submitted by Scott on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 11:22am
Hospice & Palliative CareCenter's popular mobile app, Hospice Connect is now available for Android devices.
Hospice & Palliative CareCenter is proud to be one of the first 3 Hospice organizations in the world to launch a mobile application! Hospice Connect is your always-available, on-the-go resource to what's happening at Hospice & Palliative CareCenter.
Submitted by Scott on Sun, 04/15/2012 - 7:53pm
National Healthcare Decisions Day, April 16, encourages all adults to complete an advance directive. This document names a "power of attorney for health care," sometimes called a "proxy." The proxy is authorized to make medical decisions should a patient become unable to speak or think independently.
Being chosen to act as someone's health care proxy is a role of honor and responsibility. If your relative has selected you, consider these tips.
Prepare for the role
Submitted by Scott on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 10:31am
Source: SeriousIllness.org
In casual musings, a long-time hospice nurse blogged her list of common end-of-life regrets. While these are by no means the only ones we've seen, they do ring true for many who are experienced in end-of-life care. Consider using them as inspiration to engage in reflection. What can you do NOW to be sure YOU don't have any of these regrets?
Submitted by Scott on Thu, 01/12/2012 - 5:05pm
Walk the Labyrinth!
...an opportunity for release, reflection, and renewal as you enter a new year!
The labyrinth is for everyone:
those who are searching
those who are grieving
those who want to quiet a busy mind
those who seek new beginnings
The labyrinth is for you.
Submitted by Scott on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 9:48am
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Submitted by Scott on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 12:21pm
If you expect older visitors this season, check your home for hazards. Older adults often have impaired balance and vision. This makes them prone to falling, especially in new surroundings. And fragile skin and bones can mean double trouble if someone does take a spill. Here are some tips.
Home entry
Early darkness and wet walkways can add to risk of a fall. Turn on outdoor lighting and make sure stairs have a sturdy handrail.
Living/dining areas
Submitted by Scott on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 10:11am
If you are dissatisfied with your relative's current Medicare coverage, it's time to get into action! Changes are possible only once a year. This year, the annual open enrollment period starts and ends EARLIER than before: October 15 to December 7.
Here’s a quick review of the parts of Medicare:
"Original Medicare"
Submitted by Scott on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:50pm
Source: SeriousIllness.org
It’s unsettling when a family member is losing weight unexpectedly. If the doctor has no medical explanation, perhaps it’s the result of one of these common situations:
Access to food
