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8 Steps to Clear Brain Fog

8 Steps to Clear Brain Fog

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Don’t ya just hate it when you go to get something in another room and have to go back to where you started to remember! Brain fog is characterized as difficulty focusing, sluggish thinking, and memory lapses. It is a complex condition. It appears with chronic insomnia, head injuries, drug side effects, strokes, depression, and can happen after chemo and some long lasting COVID. In a research study done by Healthy Aging Programs at Cedars-Mt. Sinai Medical Center several helpful…

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Assisted Living What and When

Assisted Living What and When

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Understanding In-Home Care Options and How to Manage Services. Part One Finding the correct match for “Need to Providers” has become increasing difficult. The need can spontaneously appear with any sudden health crisis. I hear all the time “I don’t need this, now” and sadly more often “I wish I had known this 2 months ago”.   This will be in two parts, the first here is understanding home care options.  I will follow with how to manage services. To get…

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Revitalize Your Spring: 6 Tips to Energize Seniors

Revitalize Your Spring: 6 Tips to Energize Seniors

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Spring has arrived, summer soon to follow you need to pace yourself to enjoy. Start by thinking energize. “Sitting is the new smoking”. If you are not a “gym rat type” Look at your day and figure MOVEMENT into it every day. Go grab some pep in your step, energize and MOVE and enjoy your life.

What is a Healthcare Power of Attorney

What is a Healthcare Power of Attorney

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HCPOA or DPOA understand the differences so you can get the services you require. What is a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) and Why do I Need One, is a question being asked more frequently.  It is important to understand how it is different than a Healthcare Power of Attorney.  Is it to be effective now or when I am incapacitated?  What can you do to make sure it can it be enforced? I have been asked many of these…

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Advocate for the Best!

Advocate for the Best!

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It is important to BE INVOLVED to ensure you receive the best healthcare treatment. Follow the following steps to be secure in your advocacy. Remember, each individual’s healthcare journey is unique. ADVOCATE!  It’s important to be INVOLVED with your healthcare professionals for personalized care based on your specific circumstances. BE INVOLVED ……….BE HEALTHY

How to get Home HealthCare

How to get Home HealthCare

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In the state of South Carolina, Medicare data tells us that MD order Home Health Care on only 3-14%patients that could benefit.  Medicare pays for all PRESCRIBED skilled care. However, you need to ADVOCATE for your needs. Medicare is an insurance company and only pays for prescriptive care. So, start the conversation with your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Key factors you need to ADVOCATE! Home health care is usually less expensive, more convenient than shorter inpatient care. The…

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ADVOCATE = ASK

ADVOCATE = ASK

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Knowing new modalities, that may benefit you is an important part of your healthcare advocacy. ASK! Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is a critical component of healthcare that focuses on using nutrition interventions to manage and treat various medical conditions. The importance of medical nutrition therapy can be understood in several key aspects: Medical nutrition therapy can be of utmost importance in disease management, nutritional support, preventive care, individualized care, collaborative healthcare, and improving patient outcomes. ASK your healthcare partner if…

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Catch A Habit!

Catch A Habit!

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Forming a habit involves a systematic approach to integrate a behavior into your routine until it becomes automatic. Here’s a step-by-step guide: By following these steps and staying committed, you can gradually integrate your desired behavior into your routine until it becomes a habit.

Med Cabinet Reboot

Med Cabinet Reboot

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How does your medicine cabinet look?  Bet you have more medications and supplements at the end of 2020, than ever before, right. Start the year right! Make a list of EVERYTHING, including all supplements, take it to a pharmacist and ask them to do a forensic review. You may have received many prescriptions, from different providers over the year. Plus, this year you have been taking more over-the-counter meds and supplements, right. A pharmacist will be able to check for…

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SAY WHAT?

SAY WHAT?

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Say What? Honestly answer the following questions? If you answer Yes to Any of these questions, please just make appointment with an audiologist. The appropriate treatment options will vary based on individual circumstances. Consulting with an audiologist will provide you with the most accurate assessment and guidance regarding your specific situation. If Hearing Aids are recommended WEAR THEM EVERYDAY. If you had diabetes and needed insulin you would take it, right! Hearing aids have improved greatly, and will help you…

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