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Hospital at Home Program in the U.S.: Set Up with QuickChange
With the spread of the epidemic in 2019, hospitals became overcrowded, creating a need to relieve them of patients. This is how the Hospital at Home program actually appeared. The program has become a comfortable and efficient solution for both patients and hospitals. Many people have the opportunity to use this program, including patients with limited mobility and urinary incontinence . In the United States, the Hospital at Home program was launched in 2020 with the support
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Oct 24
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Home Care Package Delays Frustrate Seniors
Kathleen Whelan, a retired nurse, has been the sole caregiver for her 79-year-old husband, Alan, who has progressive supranuclear palsy...
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Sep 29
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Rising Obesity Strains Australia’s Aged Care System
Mary, a 72-year-old resident in an Australian nursing home with a BMI of 45, illustrates the challenges of providing bariatric care....
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Sep 29
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Restricting NHS Physician Associates After Misdiagnoses
A recent government review has recommended that NHS physician associates (PAs) be prohibited from diagnosing patients who have not...
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Sep 29
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Celebrity Influence Boosts Prostate Cancer Awareness and NHS Response
Recent awareness campaigns by celebrities like Bill Turnbull and Stephen Fry have led to a significant rise in men seeking help for...
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Sep 8
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Caring for Others, Forgetting Yourself: The Hidden Health Risks for Caregivers
A recent AP-NORC survey highlights that caregivers of older adults often neglect their own health while focusing on loved ones. About...
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Sep 8
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Elder Abuse in Older Men: Lessons from a Fatal Case
Elder abuse in Australia remains a hidden crisis, affecting one in six seniors aged 65 and over, with family members often the...
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Aug 9
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Pressure Injury Prevention & Treatment
Elevating Standards in Skin Health  and Incontinence Care The Hidden Truth About Pressure Injuries Pressure injuries (PIs) remain one...
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Aug 6
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Testicular Self-Exam Awareness
Testicular cancer is highly treatable, especially when detected early. The first sign is often a lump or swelling on the testicle,...
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Aug 3
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Catering with Care: Lessons from Aged Care Food Safety
Working in aged care catering taught the author that food is more than nutrition—it’s about safety and dignity, especially for vulnerable...
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Jul 26
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Managing Male Urinary Incontinence: The DIAPERS Guide
Geriatric urinary incontinence is common but often overlooked, especially in men. Dr. Neil M. Resnick, a leading expert in geriatric...
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Jul 10
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Sepsis Deaths in Nursing Homes: A Preventable Crisis
An in-depth investigation by Kaiser Health News  and the Chicago Tribune  reveals that preventable sepsis infections are rampant in U.S....
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Jul 10
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Intestinal Microbiota & UTI
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect around 150 million people worldwide each year, but in men, they’re less common and often more...
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Jul 5
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Wheelchair Cleaning 101: What You Need to Know
For men with urinary incontinence who rely on a wheelchair, maintaining cleanliness isn’t just about comfort—it’s a vital part of daily...
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Jul 5
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Managing Intertrigo and Urinary Incontinence: Preventing Skin Breakdown and Enhancing Care
Intertrigo is a localized inflammatory condition that develops within skin folds due to friction, moisture, and body fluid exposure,...
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Jun 4
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Why Improving Incontinence Care Can Slow CNA Turnover
Urinary incontinence (UI) remains a prevalent and often under-addressed challenge in nursing homes, affecting both residents and...
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May 16
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High Rate Of Urinary Incontinence In Young People Receiving Home Care
Urinary incontinence (UI) is often seen as an issue that mainly affects older adults, but this isn’t the full picture. In fact, it’s a...
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May 12
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Shower Transfer Benches for Elderly
Urinary incontinence (UI) affects up to 30% of older men, often as a result of conditions like overactive bladder, prostate...
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May 12
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Global Surge in Prostate Cancer Cases: Need for Early Detection
A global surge in prostate cancer cases is expected, with a projected doubling of cases to 2.9 million and an 85% increase in deaths by...
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May 7
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Continence Care for Adolescents and Young Adults with Disabilities
Urinary incontinence (UI) is more common among adolescents and young adults than many people realize, especially for those with...
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Apr 23
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