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		<title>Improving Senior Health Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 04:52:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tera Warner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On May 11, 2009, Colorado Senator Michael Bennett introduced a new health care bill aimed to improve patient care and save money on health care costs. This new bill, the Medicare Transitions Act of 2009, is designed to improve patient care by ensuring that Medicare patients receive timely and effective follow-up care after they check-out [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On May 11, 2009, Colorado Senator Michael Bennett introduced a new health care bill aimed to improve patient care and save money on health care costs. This new bill, the Medicare Transitions Act of 2009, is designed to improve patient care by ensuring that Medicare patients receive timely and effective follow-up care after they check-out of the hospital. The Medicare Transitions Act of 2009 bill aims to provide a nationwide network of local transitional care coaches that would help Medicare patients recover and self-manage their condition. Personal follow-up care would be offered in order to ensure that elderly patients were effectively self-managing their condition and properly administering medications.</p>
<p>The bill would reduce costs by dramatically lowering patient readmission rates. Too many seniors are being readmitted into hospitals everyday even though it could have been prevented. For every five Medicare patients who are released from the hospital, one is readmitted within 1 month. This statistic can be prevented with proper follow-up treatment. Personal follow-up care would assess each patient&#8217;s condition and provide necessary treatment or further instructions for self-care. The cost of Medicare and Medicaid are two of the biggest deficits facing the nation today. Cutting costs on Medicare and Medicaid and improving senior care are exceedingly important in times of economic recession. Health care reform is essential to protect our elderly and secure our future.</p>
<p>President Obama recently announced the introduced of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The ARRA allows $2 billion to be invested into community care centers, increase the quality of care provided to our elderly, and jumpstart our economy, among other things. These health centers will provide quality care for those who are in need, even for people who don&#8217;t have insurance. Unfortunately, many seniors cannot afford quality health care, and because of that our nation is suffering. Taking care of the elderly by offering quality, affordable health care coverage can positively impact society in many ways. Not only can it help promote longevity, but it can also help lower America&#8217;s large deficit.</p>
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		<title>Senior Health Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:16:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s centenarians are simply living a healthy and an active, natural life span for the human body is created to live a long, healthy life if nurtured with care but also keeping in mind predictable factors like disease and death. The fear of getting old and infirm is what keeps us from being hale and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today&#8217;s centenarians are simply living a healthy and an active, natural life span for the human body is created to live a long, healthy life if nurtured with care but also keeping in mind predictable factors like disease and death. The fear of getting old and infirm is what keeps us from being hale and hearty. Life should be determined much by its content rather than its length. Therefore, life should be led purposefully and fervently till the last breath.</p>
<p>Aging is part of our natural growth process. Aging is the buildup of experiences and changes in our entire life. It begins at the outset and concludes at death. It is another stage in our development. We are all in the process of aging and must learn ways of dealing with changes that occur all through our lives. Aging and illness are not identical, and the idea that senility is a natural sign of aging is wrong. By understanding the normal aging process, you can determine better what changes are normal and what may be indication of illness. And, by recognizing the normal changes in the body, you will be able to take steps to minimize or delay them and achieve better health. </p>
<p>Science has made great strides forward in understanding of just what aging is, how it works, and most important of all — what we can do about it. We can reduce diseases of aging and prolong our health and vital years. In short, we will be able to look younger and live longer naturally. Over 85% of the incapacitating diseases of old age result from only a handful of diseases — cancer, coronary artery disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney failure, obstructive lung disease, pneumonia and influenza. Heart disease, by itself, accounts for fully one out of every two deaths of older Americans, and high blood pressure directly causes or contributes to 15% of all deaths. We now can control even these pathologies by our lifestyle. By the simple act of knowing what to eat, exercise, and live your life, you can lower your risk for these diseases of aging and incorporate this knowledge into your lifestyle, thus avoiding the causes of premature aging, weakness and death.</p>
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		<title>Massage Therapy Benefits to Senior Health</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:46:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Massage Therapy]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Massage therapy is something that people of all ages can enjoy and benefit from. It relieves the injured, the ill or stressed and those who just want to enjoy a nice relaxing massage. If given by a professional, it can be a very pleasurable experience which reduces the stress and tension in ones body. It [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Massage therapy is something that people of all ages can enjoy and benefit from. It relieves the injured, the ill or stressed and those who just want to enjoy a nice relaxing massage. If given by a professional, it can be a very pleasurable experience which reduces the stress and tension in ones body. It may calm an individual&#8217;s nerves allowing them to clear their minds. A study has shown that after medical students in New Jersey were massaged before an exam, there was a decrease in their anxiety and it also stabilized respiratory levels. In general it improves your mood whether people are sad, angry or depressed. Another study showed that women who have suffered the recent death of their child were less depressed after receiving a massage.</p>
<p>In addition, it has been discovered that this therapy also encourages our metabolism. A study concluded that office workers who were massaged were more alert and ready for action at work, compared to those who were not massaged. By reducing spasms, tension and cramping is also helped those who play sports, making players play more effectively lowering the risk of one of the injuries stated above during a game. By receiving a massage, we also improve the efficiency of our movements leaving us less stiff and creating sufficient blood flow complimenting the actions of the heart.</p>
<p>This will lead to increased stimulation to the lungs and other parts of the body, while nutrition distribution takes place to the body. Whether it’s just to benefit one of your major systems, reach relaxation and peace of mind or to help our bodies heal a lot faster massage therapy works. </p>
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		<title>Medical Alert Systems for Seniors by LifeStation</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:57:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[LifeStation medical alert systems is designed for seniors living home alone. A simple push of an emergency help button will get them help 24 hours a day. Medical Alert System from LifeStation includes 24/7 monitoring to provide security for seniors home alone. The life safety alert system cost includes a medical alert necklace to summon [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>LifeStation <a href="http://www.lifestation.com/"><strong>medical alert systems</strong></a> is designed for seniors living home alone. A simple push of an emergency help button will get them help 24 hours a day.</p>
<p>Medical Alert System from LifeStation includes 24/7 monitoring to provide security for seniors home alone. The life safety alert system cost includes a medical alert necklace to summon help at the press of a button. Over 31 years providing security and safety for elderly with no contracts, 30-day money back guarantee and free shipping.</p>
<p>LifeStation has been instrumental in providing a safety net for those faced with the potential of requiring immediate medical assistance. The LifeStation medical monitoring system has been designed by industry veterans who have one goal in mind &#8211; Secured Independence.</p>
<p>LifeStation medical alert has given seniors throughout America the ability to live independently where they are most comfortable — in their own homes.</p>
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		<title>Senior Fitness</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:37:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As much as possible, continue doing your daily living tasks. Taking a bath, even if it’s just a sponge bath, gives your arms a mini-workout. You’re bending and keeping flexible, which is vital for proper joint health. Cooking involves peeling vegetables, some walking, bending to reach pots and pans. Don’t fret that you may not [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As much as possible, continue doing your daily living tasks. Taking a bath, even if it’s just a sponge bath, gives your arms a mini-workout. You’re bending and keeping flexible, which is vital for proper joint health. Cooking involves peeling vegetables, some walking, bending to reach pots and pans. Don’t fret that you may not be able to do all grocery shopping by yourself. As long as you can continue cooking at home, this allows more chance for movement. So, we’re continuing our daily tasks, and now it’s time to consider some specific exercise. Golfing provides fun, a chance for walking, bending, and maintaining flexibility. Even miniature golf allows for some of these tasks, so join the grandkids if you can. Perhaps getting out to a golf course isn’t possible for you right now. Buy one of those mini-putting greens you can use indoors. Even these will improve your ability to move more freely. Several times a day, make it a point to stop and work on a flexibility exercise. For instance, stretch your legs while sitting in the recliner. Do five or six mini leg lifts or stretch your arms over your head and hold them there for a count of ten. All activity, even simple ones, increases your ability to move freely and with less pain. Check with your doctor about the exercises he or she suggests. You may be asked to visit a physical therapist who will work with you on improving your fitness. Therapists have some fun ideas on staying fitter – simple games you can play in your home with your grandkids, like batting a balloon back and forth with a plastic racket. You’ll find yourself enjoying the exercise even more with your children around! By making a simple choice each day of staying mobile as much as possible, you increase your chances of living a more independent life.</p>
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		<title>Medical Monitoring USA</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 08:33:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Medical Monitoring USA is a medical alarm company that provides 24 hour emergency monitoring to seniors and persons with disabilities. Medical alarms have been proven to save lives and increase the independence of the elderly and disabled. Your loved ones can&#8217;t be around all the time, but Medical Monitoring USA can. Live safely and securely [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Medical Monitoring USA  is a medical alarm company that provides 24 hour <a href="http://www.mmusaalert.com/"><strong>emergency monitoring</strong></a> to seniors and persons with disabilities. Medical alarms have been proven to save lives and increase the independence of the elderly and disabled. Your loved ones can&#8217;t be around all the time, but Medical Monitoring USA can.</p>
<p>Live safely and securely in your own home thanks to Medical Monitoring USA. Each year thousands of Americans are injured in their place of residence. Many are not in reach of a phone to call for help. With Medical Monitoring USA medic alert system you will get help by just pushing a button away.</p>
<p>Medical Monitoring USA take pride in extending safety and independence to Americans all across the USA. In the case of any fall or emergency, the medical alert button worn around your wrist or neck will activate a call for help in seconds as well as notify pre selected friends, family or neighbors. Getting help quickly has been proven to reduce the risk of hospitalizing and death. Help keep yourself, family and loved ones safe and independent in their own homes with Medical Monitoring USA medical alarm systems.</p>
<p>Medical Monitoring USA is always here keeping your family safe 24 hours a day. </p>
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		<title>Senior Home care</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2008 08:22:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bessie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Preferred Care at home is an affordable alternative for seniors and those recovering from illness or hospitalization. To many there is no greater joy than to remain in their home and enjoy the many memories home provides. Preferred Care at home ® helps with household tasks, meal preparation, or simply someone reminding when prescribed medications [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Preferred Care at home is an affordable alternative for seniors and those recovering from illness or hospitalization. To many there is no greater joy than to remain in their home and enjoy the many memories home provides.</p>
<p>Preferred Care at home ® helps with household tasks, meal preparation, or simply someone reminding when prescribed medications are to be taken, Preferred Care at home helps you with the daily tasks of life. Assisted senior care at home instead of a <a href="http://www.pcahonline.com/">nursing home</a> is the only way to provide reliable, compassionate and affordable senior home care.</p>
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