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Tips For Taking Elderly To The Emergency Room
According to Florida state government data for 2023, there were more than seventy three thousand hospital emergency room visits by adults aged 65 and older in Lee County alone. Hospital visits can...
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Introducing: The BrightStar Care of Naples/Ft. Myers YouTube Channel
Our YouTube Channel offers video content on a variety of topics and offers resources for those who care for an elderly loved one.About BrightStar Care of Naples/Ft. Myers: A Higher Standard of Care...
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How to Help Seniors with Neurological Disorders
Neurological disorders are conditions affecting the nervous system. In seniors, symptoms typically suggest the most common disorders including Multiple Sclerosis, stroke , Parkinson’s and...
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The Most Common Health Issues Neglected By Seniors
Florida has a well deserved reputation as a prime retirement spot. It is a destination for retirees because of the warm sunny days, beautiful beaches and attractive senior living communities...
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Choosing Between Palliative and Hospice Care
Elderly often suffer from chronic and terminal illnesses which can be devastating for both family and patient. It can be a difficult time filled with emotion and burdened with tough decisions about...
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How to Talk to a Loved One with Breast Cancer
How to Talk to a Loved One with Breast Cancer Breast cancer can be emotionally and physically draining for both the patient and the care provider. Grappling with a new diagnosis in an...
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About Cancer and the Elderly
About Cancer and the Elderly Did you know? According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart disease. That translates to one in every...
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Ways to Care for Senior Citizens with Mental Illness
Life is complicated. And life is busy. Some find joy in the everyday little tasks while others, especially older people suffering from mental illness, find those mundane chores a burden that may...
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In the News. Your Healthy Family: Getting Back Family Time
Fox News 4 recently interviewed Susan Nimnuan, Vice President of BrightStar Care of Naples & Ft. Meyers, about how in-home care can help you get back qualtiy time with your family. You...