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  • Caregiver Tips

    Article
    02/02/09, Healthwise

    Many people are caring for a chronically ill or disabled spouse, parent, or other family member. Caregiving can be a rewarding experience, especially when you know that your care makes a positive difference. But caregiving can be difficul

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  • Dementia - Home Treatment

    Article
    06/27/07, Healthwise

    Home treatment for dementia involves teamwork among health professionals and caregivers to create a safe and comfortable environment and to make tasks of daily living as easy as possible.

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  • Funeral Planning

    Article
    07/14/08, Healthwise

    Funerals and memorial services allow the grieving family and friends time to reminisce about the life of their loved one. A funeral or memorial service can be a time not only for grieving but also for healing and celebrating life.

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  • Elder Abuse

    Article
    05/06/08, Healthwise

    Elder abuse refers to any of several forms of maltreatment of an older person by a caregiver, family member, spouse, or friend.

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  • Dimercaprol

    Drug
    12/28/07, Healthwise

    Dimercaprol may contain peanut oil. Tell your caregivers if you have a peanut allergy.

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  • Oxygen therapy: Using oxygen at home

    Article
    05/08/08, Healthwise

    If you need oxygen at home, it is important to learn how to use and take care of your equipment. This information will help you get the most from your oxygen treatment.

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