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4 Ways to Support Those at High-risk While Social Distancing
Social distancing and COVID-19 are topics at the top of everyone’s mind right now, especially those who are at high risk. Individuals who fall within a high-risk category, such as the elderly, those with preexisting conditions, and those with a compromised immune...
Your Home Health Care Questions Answered.
Navigating the home health care industry can leave many caregivers and loved ones scratching their heads. We’re here to get you up to speed by answering the most common home health care questions we see. What is home health care? Home Health Care is a blanket term...
The Benefits of Companion Care
In the world of home health care, companion care services are often overlooked. While very simple, companion care goes beyond your typical in-home nursing experience allowing elderly patients to truly thrive. Excellent bedside manner is a standard held highly among...
6 Ways to Prevent Illness as a Caregiver This Flu Season
Flu season is in full swing. While it's possible to catch the flu year-round, the fall and winter are typically the peak of flu season and it is especially dangerous for the elderly, children, and those with a compromised immune system. If you haven't already started...
5 Tips to Help Combat Sundown Syndrome
What is Sundown Syndrome? Sundown Syndrome, or Sundowning, is a phenomenon that causes restlessness and confusion toward the end of the day in patients with forms of dementia such as Alzheimer's. If your loved one is experiencing symptoms related to Sundown Syndrome,...
6 Fall Prevention Tips for Caregivers
While a small trip over a rug may seem minor to some, it can result in a life-threatening fall for those of older age. The reality is that one in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year and every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall. When someone of older age...
Choosing the right NurseCore home health professional.
Being the sole caregiver for a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting and sometimes you just need a professional helping hand. At NurseCore, we are here to connect families to compassionate, trained, home health professionals. Keeping you or your...
4 Ways to Raise Awareness for International Men’s Health Month.
What is International Men’s Health Month? International Men’s Health Month is an initiative to raise awareness for the prevention, treatment, and early detection of preventable illnesses in men and boys. Let’s face it, we all have that one person in our lives that’s...
Endometriosis: 4 Things to Know
Endometriosis affects up to 10% of the female population worldwide. Despite its chronic and often debilitating symptoms, endometriosis, or “endo,” among women often goes undiagnosed, thus leaving women suffering in silence. There appears to be a disconnect with women...