Common Causes And Signs Of Shortness Of Breath
Have you ever experienced shortness of breath while you were going for a long run or climbing some steep stairs? This is completely normal after intense exercise, or when you’re doing physical activity your body isn’t accustomed to. However, many patients have a sensation of not being able to [...]
Post-surgical Care Facilities
Most of us dread surgery and even the idea of having to undergo a surgical procedure can make us shudder. But did you know that post-operative care can be just as important as the main event? After a major surgery, people may require dedicated treatment in care facilities. Post-surgical [...]
When Do You Need Wound Care in Rehab?
Proper wound care in rehab may be needed when wound becomes chronic and non-healing with complications such as infection. This can be age-related or caused by diabetes and other underlying health conditions. As the elderly have a fragile skin, their wounds typically take longer to heal. In some instances, [...]
Therapies At Cardiac Rehabilitation Centers
Cardiac rehabilitation centers play an important part in the lives of patients who’ve had a heart attack. Heart failure or surgery can be a scary experience. You and your loved ones should get as much information as you can to find out what cardiac rehab involves. Cardiac rehabilitation won’t [...]
How Dementia Affects Speech And Language
It is well known that dementia affects speech and language. Indeed, one of the symptoms of dementia may be communication problems. The condition can develop slowly or be brought on, for instance, by a stroke. Dementia is not a normal part of ageing, or inevitable as we grow older, but [...]
Four Common Types of Senior Living Options
Nowadays, there are several types of senior living options for the elderly. Each facility offers a different level of daily medical care, which will be one of the main factors to keep into consideration. A second factor that you will also have to consider is your income. The thought [...]
Daily Leisure Activities In Nursing Homes
Keeping the mind and body active is important at any stage of life. As we age, finding ways to do that can become a little more difficult. Our bodies change and we may be unable to take part in sports and other physical activities. Our social circles can shrink [...]
How to Care For Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Diabetes can lead to a large number of other health problems, one of which is diabetic foot ulcers. Elderly people, in particular, who suffer from diabetes are, for instance, many times troubled by foot ulcers. As these sores can result in the amputation of lower limbs, it is crucial [...]
What You Should Know About Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease is one of the leading causes of death in both men and women. This disease affects over 16 million American citizens. Moreover, the American Heart Association has stated that a heart attack occurs every 40 seconds in the country. In this article, we look at what [...]
We Provide Exceptional Subacute Care – Nursing Director
Veronica Jack, Director of Nursing at Haym Salomon Home, has a background in cardiac and critical care, long-term care and education, and has 17 years’ experience in intensive care units. Here she talks about subacute nursing care at Haym Salomon Home for Nursing & Rehabilitation which provides exceptional care [...]