If You Notice These Diabetes Symptoms, Seek Medical Attention

The statistics are sobering: as many as 29 million Americans are currently diagnosed with diabetes, accounting for nearly 10% of the nation’s entire population. It’s important for all of us to learn as much as possible about the disease, whether for ourselves, to catch it early if it arises, or for better diabetes management for our loved ones. Read More

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Tips for Following a Healthy Diet for Cancer Patients

October 28, 2019/0 Comments/in Cancer, Chronic Condition Management /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

Sticking to a healthy diet for cancer patients is particularly crucial when undergoing chemotherapy or another type of treatment, yet can be quite a challenge, in part due to the change in how foods taste. Read More

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The Surprising New Way of Managing Hot Flashes for Breast Cancer Survivors

October 7, 2019/0 Comments/in Cancer, Chronic Condition Management /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

For quite a few survivors of breast cancer, managing hot flashes – sometimes as often as several times each and every day – makes daily life a challenge. And even though there are a variety of treatment solutions available, one surprising approach is starting to gain in popularity: acupuncture. Read More

Dementia Care From the Provo Home Care Experts

September 25, 2019/0 Comments/in Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Dementia Care, Home Care Services, Home Care Tips, Senior Health, Senior Safety /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

Although scores of senior loved ones are dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, an even greater number of family members are trying to cope with taking care of them. Surprisingly, nearly 75% of family care providers are managing their older loved ones’ dementia care needs alone, with only 26% reaching out for professional care support. Read More

Elderly Care in Salt Lake City, UT Focuses On Cutting-Edge Alzheimer’s Treatment Options

September 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Family Caregiver, Home Care Services, Home Care Tips, Prescriptions, Senior Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

The latest Alzheimer’s statistics are worrying. The disease is now the 6th leading cause of death, rising above both breast cancer and prostate cancer put together. And even though deaths from other chronic health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, are decreasing, those from Alzheimer’s have increased in excess of 100%. Read More

These common meds may now be Alzheimer’s risk factors.

Alzheimer’s Risk Factors Now Include These Common Medications

August 27, 2019/0 Comments/in Aging in Place, Chronic Condition Management, Family Caregiver, Home Care Services, Home Care Tips, Prescriptions, Senior Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

They’re currently recognized to result in a number of short-term side-effects, such as memory loss and confusion, but new research suggests several of the stronger anticholinergic drugs (such as those prescribed for Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, depression, and overactive bladder) may now be Alzheimer’s risk factors. Read More

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How Patients Are Being Empowered to Take Control of Chronic Condition Management

August 15, 2019/0 Comments/in Chronic Condition Management, Home Care Services, Prescriptions, Senior Care, Senior Health, Senior High Blood Pressure, Senior Safety /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

On the subject of chronic diseases, the elderly are the experts, hands down, with nearly 3 out of 4 older persons dealing with ongoing chronic condition management. With the constant barrage of bloodwork as well as other medical tests, doctors’ appointments and procedures, and medications, controlling chronic diseases usually takes both a physical and emotional toll, and can quickly become overwhelming. Read More

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If You Provide Senior Assistance at Home, Beware of These Common Injuries!

August 8, 2019/0 Comments/in Aging in Place, Family Caregiver, Home Care Services, Home Care Tips, Senior Care, Senior Safety /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

Even though the ultimate goal is always to increase safety and health for the aging adults they love, those providing senior assistance at home, unfortunately, sometimes end up diminishing their very own health in the process. Read More

How to Help Older Adults Overcome Medication Non-Adherence

July 23, 2019/0 Comments/in Home Care Services, Home Care Tips, Hospice Care, Senior Care /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

Medications can both improve and save lives, but there is a hidden danger that can lead to dire consequences — the risk of medication non-adherence. Statistics show that as many as 125,000 people lose their lives each year as a result of prescription medication non-adherence, a number that’s twice as large as those who die from car accidents. Read More

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Top Medication Management Tips for Seniors

July 9, 2019/0 Comments/in Family Caregiver, Home Care Services, Hospice Care, Senior Care, Senior Health /by Harmony Home Health & Hospice

With more than 10,000 prescription drugs available in the United States, it’s no wonder that so many seniors – approximately one in three – are taking at least five of them each and every day. Read More