When an elderly loved one expresses their wishes to age at home, family members may be filled with stress as they consider the unknowns of what care will look like. And as we age, daily tasks can become more difficult and even dangerous, putting additional stress on families and older adults. Thanks to Touching Hearts… Read more »
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Two Different Rare Diseases Before Age 20: Chansen Savakinus’ Rare Disease Day Message
February 28th is designated Rare Disease Awareness Day (RDAD). Since its launch in 2008 by the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD), Rare Disease Day focuses attention on the fact that more than 30 million Americans, one in every 10 people, have been diagnosed with a rare disease, and less than 5% of the 7,000+… Read more »
Covid-19 and Seizure disorder: what you need to know By Dr Gautam Arora Neurologist
IF you or someone you care for has epilepsy, you might be wondering about specific risks associated with coronavirus infection and the COVID-19 vaccines. COVID-19 and People with Epilepsy Are people with epilepsy more likely to get COVID-19 or have complications? It is know that coronaviruses, such as SARS-CoV-2, attack the nervous system. A retrospective 2020 study… Read more »
Essen Health Care Ramps-up Efforts to Recruit Medical Professionals To Meet Growing Roster of New Patients Seeking Quality Healthcare
In response to the area-wide healthcare worker shortage that prompted New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to issue a statewide disaster emergency, Essen Health Care, a leading healthcare network and group practice for underserved communities in New York State, announced today that it is amplifying its efforts to recruit and onboard qualified medical professionals. The move… Read more »
Manhattan Senior Home Care Helps Families Monitor Parents’ Health by Touching Hearts at Home NYC
As an increasing number of seniors opt to age at home, adult children may have concerns for their parent’s wellbeing. Aging at home brings a number of concerns, such as their parent’s ability to clean, cook, stay on a medication routine, and more. Fortunately, for families across New York, one award-winning care provider is helping… Read more »
