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Are Granny Cams Legal in New York? An Updated Review
Granny cams have proven to be an invaluable tool for deterring and identifying cases of elder abuse in nursing homes and home care settings across the country, however there are important legal and ethical questions families must ask before introducing digital recording devices into an older loved one’s residence. SelectCare…
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Understanding the American Heart Association’s New Blood Pressure Guidelines
The American Heart Association (AHA) recently made major news by rolling out new standards for what it considers healthy blood pressure readings in an effort to encourage medical intervention before a patient’s blood pressure becomes dangerously high. As a result of this change, many Americans (as many as 50 percent…
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Managing Caregiver Stress Over the Holidays
The holiday season is a notoriously stressful time of year for many, especially those of us who help the ones we love as family caregivers. In observation of November as Family Caregiver Month, this blog post discusses strategies and solutions you can use to make this holiday season a happy,…
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Climbing Stairs with an Injured Leg
Simple Climbing Stairs Tips As eager as we might be to sneak a little cardio into our daily routines, stairs can put a damper on any excursion, especially if you aren’t feeling completely steady on your feet due to an injury, surgery or general soreness. While there are a variety…
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UTIs and the Elderly: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
As we grow older and our bodies change, previously minor medical hurdles can become harder to prevent, identify and treat. Near the top of this list are Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), which are caused when bacteria builds up in a person’s urinary system (bladder, kidneys and urethra). This condition can…
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Good Samaritan 101: How to Help a Fallen Elderly Person on the Subway
Help A Conscious Fallen Passenger Safely and Responsibly Riding the subway is a way of life for most New Yorkers, but the system’s network of stairs, tiled walkways, sudden elevation and floor texture changes can make even a short train ride hazardous for older adults. On a recent subway ride,…
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