Dementia
What is Dementia? Dementia is not a specific disease but is rather a general term for the impaired ability to remember, think,…
Seizures
First Aid for Seizures KEY POINTS Overview Seizures are common. About 1 in 10 people in the United States may have a…
Epilepsy
Treatment of Epilepsy KEY POINTS Diagnosis and treatment Diagnosis It is important for doctors to understand the cause of your seizures so…
Diabetes
Testing for Diabetes and Prediabetes: A1C KEY POINTS What does the A1C test measure? When you check your blood sugar at home,…
First Aid
Must-Haves for Your First-Aid Kit Posted onMay 13, 2021 by Blog Administrator First-aid kits are nothing new. They go back over 100 years to…
Stroke
About Stroke KEY POINTS What it is A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part…
Wound Management
Clinical Guidance for Wound Management to Prevent Tetanus KEY POINTS Recommendations Healthcare providers should take the following steps to prevent tetanus: Note: appropriate…
Abuse and Neglect
About Abuse of Older Persons KEY POINTS What is older person abuse? Older person abuse is an intentional act or failure to…
Safeguarding
Abuse and neglect of adults at risk Everyone has the right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. Abuse and…