Time to navigate the Medicare maze Nov 19, 2009
GeorgiaCares provides free assistance and information for recipients of Medicare and Medicaid and their caregivers. The trend in prices is what hasn t changed, said Cheryl Matheis, AARP senior vice president, health strategy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Caregivers liable for actions of feral cats Nov 19, 2009
Could it be the registered caregivers struggling to control feline populations ... "Brevard County Ordinances defines the term 'owner' to include caregivers. In turn, the definition of 'caregiver' includes any person who cares for any animal, feral or tame. It is clear that a feral cat colony caregiver is responsible for e 00002303 xercising reasonable care to ensure that the colony does not cause injury to humans, other animals or property.". (Florida Today)
Some get flu shots; more vaccine available Nov 19, 2009
Caregivers and contacts of children 6 months and under. Pregnant women. (Westford Eagle, MA)
ASU starts giving swine flu vaccine Nov 19, 2009
Those typically first in line to receive the vaccine are pregnant women, caregivers of newborns, very young children, and school-aged kids with underlying health conditions, though some communities have broadened those guidelines to include all children and young adults. For the past month, England has been pushing almost all vaccine that has come into the county toward private providers that serve those high-risk populations, including pediatricians and obstetricians. (AZCentral -- News)
Schools see little flu activity during past two weeks Nov 19, 2009
The following groups are eligible for the H1N1 flu vaccination at Public Health from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday: Pregnant women, family members and caregivers for infants younger than 6 months, high-risk children and health care providers. Article Rating. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Poll: Many U.S. adults reject H1N1 shot Nov 19, 2009
These groups include: pregnant women; caregivers and household contacts of children younger than 6 months; everyone between the ages of 6 months and 24 years; and people ages 25 to 64 with existing health problems. One in four American adults say they don't plan on getting a shot because they are not in a high-risk group, with 21 percent indicating they don't plan on getting vaccinated because they only go to a doctor when they are sick. (CNN)
H1N1 flu shot clinic set for Thursday in Eau Claire Nov 19, 2009
The new target group, along with children 6 months to 4 years old and caregivers of infants under 6 months old, can now receive the vaccine in Eau Claire. Pregnant women are also in Chippewa County s target group. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Distribution of Flu Vaccines Limited On D.C. Campuses Nov 18, 2009
Following CDC recommendations, GWU is currently offering only the H1N1 vaccine to high-risk students: pregnant women, members of a household with children under 6 years of age and caregivers for children in that age range. In an effort to promote the continued distribution of seasonal flu vaccines, GWU will be hosting a seasonal flu clinic on Nov. 17 to distribute an estimated 1,400 doses of the vaccine, which will be available to students, faculty and staff with a GWorld card the equivalent... (The Hoya, Washington DC)
H1N1 flu clinic times changed Nov 18, 2009
The clinic is only for the following groups considered to be high risk: children ages 6 months through 9 years, adolescents ages 10-18 with high-risk medical conditions, pregnant women, household contacts and caregivers of infants younger than 6 months. H1N1 flu shots or FluMist will be given as appropriate for the individual's age and health. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
High-Tech System Keeps Track Of Alzheimers Patients Nov 18, 2009
WASHINGTON (November 17, 2009)--The Alzheimer's Association is adapting technology developed for monitoring prisoners to let caregivers track where their loved ones drive or walk and to alert them if they go beyond the virtual fences that each family can set. The association's new Comfort Zone program uses a Web-based mapping service that works with multiple brands of tracking transmitters. (KWTX.com, TX)
Wellesley Health Dept. schedules seasonal flu clinic for Dec. 2 Nov 18, 2009
Caregivers of homebound residents should call the Wellesley Health Department at 781-235-0135. Loading commenting interface. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
For Christmas, Santa Wants a H1N1 Vaccine Nov 18, 2009
Ernest Berger, president of another group called Santa America, asked an Alabama congressman last week to designate Santas a priority group for the swine flu vaccine, like health care workers or infant caregivers. 00004000. (CBS News)
AT RISK: H1N1, asthma can be a dire combination in children Nov 18, 2009
If a child does get flulike symptoms, there are steps caregivers should take, says Carolyn Kercsmar, director of the Asthma Center at Cincinnati Children's. She says if a child develops a fever, is feeling poorly, has chest pain, a bad cough or extreme fatigue, see a doctor right away. (USA Today)
Centra earns certification for cancer rehab program Nov 17, 2009
In the program specialty caregivers, including doctors, nurse navigators, physical and occupational therapists, speech pathologists, dietitians and social workers collaborate on a rehab plan for the patient to increase strength and energy, alleviate pain, and improve daily functions and quality of life. Centra's cancer care services are nationally recognized with full accreditation with commendation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Going high-tech to track Alzheimers patients Nov 17, 2009
The Alzheimer's Association is adapting technology developed for monitoring prisoners to let caregivers track where their loved ones drive or walk and alert them if they go beyond the virtual fences each family can set ... Cross the zone and an email or text message alerts the caregivers. (MSNBC -- Health)
Helena facility hopes to make medical marijuana more legitimate Nov 17, 2009
He added that Montana has 1,402 registered caregivers who can legally provide medical marijuana to the registered patients ... Those buds can only be harvested once the plant dies and is dried out, so caregivers like Montana Cannabis need to have a steady source of plants in various stages of growth. (Montana Standard, MT)
H1N1 shots: Countys first public doses of swine flu vaccine administered Nov 17, 2009
So far, it's limited to kids under seven years of age, caregivers of very young infants, kids up to 18 with medical problems and pregnant women. Crowds lined up for the clinic's 9 a.m. start, said Michael Mac Lean, Kings County's public health officer. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
H1N1 clinics scheduled for this week Nov 17, 2009
Adults: 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Oneida County Health Clinic, 406 Elizabeth St. This clinic will be for residents 19 to 24 years old or those 25 to 64 with underlying medical conditions or parents and caregivers of infants 6 months old and younger. Children: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mohawk Valley Community College Alumni College Center on the Utica campus. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Visiting Maj. Nidal Hasan's Hospital Nov 17, 2009
I was equally moved by the civic servants and military medical staff, many of whom knew victims of this assassin yet turned immediately around and became his caregivers. They are exemplary models of the patriot and Founding Father Thomas Paine, who said, "He that would make his own liberty secure must guard even his enemy from opposition; for if he violates this duty, he establishes a precedent that (eventually) will reach himself.". (Townhall.com)
Emeritus Corporation launches 'Ask the Expert' resource Nov 17, 2009
Ask the Expert allows concerned caregivers to reach out for assistance either through a phone call or by submitting questions via email ... "By creating Ask the Expert, we hope to connect those seeking answers or guidance with professionals who specialize in eldercare and caregiver issues. We are pleased to have partnered with such seasoned professionals and look forward to working together to provide a valuable resource for seniors and their caregivers in need." ... Interested seniors and... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Medical Workers Balk at Mandatory Flu Vaccines Nov 17, 2009
The H1N1 pandemic, which has killed about 3,900 Americans so far, has stoked tensions over the best way to safeguard medical caregivers and their patients from flu ... He and other advocates of mandatory vaccination point to research they say shows steep declines in patient flu deaths and staff sick days when caregivers are immunized. (MEDLINEplus)
South Africa: Unholy Fight to Help Refugee Children Nov 17, 2009
Kim Alexander, a reverend at the church, says the concern is about whether the caregivers will be able to look after the children for the long term. Last week Verryn dismissed claims that the church had turned away help, saying girls sent to a women's shelter came back , threatening to run away if sent away again. (allAfrica.com)
Vet Shrinks That 'Get it' Get Sacked Nov 17, 2009
There has been much talk from top brass about reducing the stigma and providing world-class healthcare to our returning servicemembers and vets, and we should have no reason to doubt their sincerity and the sincerity of thousands of officers and servicemembers, doctors and community caregivers. But as you can read here, there is a dam of institutional indifference and prejudice in the way of these noble goals. (The American Conservative)
Smart Solution: Researchers Use Smartphones to Improve Health of Elderly Diabetics in China Nov 16, 2009
16, 2009) Cellular phones -- once a luxury used strictly for talking -- have taken on many new roles in recent years. Now researchers at Saint Louis University and Old Dominion University in Virginia say smartphones can be used to help elderly diabetics manage their health and learn more about their condition. (Science Daily)
Reforming health care Nov 15, 2009
MASSACHUSETTS HAS some of the best doctors, nurses, and other caregivers in the world. Yet our national health care system costs too much and covers too few. (Boston Globe)
Honey May be Best Cough Medicine Nov 15, 2009
The treatments were administered by caregivers at home in the evenings, so this study depended on self-reports of study drug administration as well as subjective reports of symptoms. Is Honey the Best Treatment for Cough. (Suite101.com)
Flu shots go smoothly in Pequot Nov 15, 2009
Those eligible to receive the vaccine Friday were children ages 6 months to 9 years; adolescents ages 10-18 with high risk medical conditions; pregnant women; and parents, household members and caregivers of infants younger than 6 months. Two H1N1 clinics conducted last week in Crosby and Brainerd for pregnant women only served fewer than 200 women. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
DOH announces H1N1 vaccine clinics for state Nov. 20-22 Nov 14, 2009
Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than six months. Pregnant women. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
More Vaccine For High-Risk Houstonians Nov 14, 2009
The health department received a new H1N1 vaccine shipment with 16,000 doses on Thursday and will use them to immunize pregnant women, children 6 months and older, children with chronic conditions and household contacts and caregivers of children younger than 6 months of age. The vaccines will be given on a first-come, first-served basis at seven sites on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesdays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.. (Click2Houston, TX)
CDC Tips on Recovering from the Swi... Nov 13, 2009
People who are in high risk groups should also not be caregivers to those recovering from the H1N1 virus. If well-wishers come by to visit, they should wear a face mask or an N95 respirator. (Suite101.com)
Some Neb. caregivers may be in line for raise Nov 13, 2009
caregivers may be in line for raise - Ap-state-ne - The Fremont Tribune - Fremont, Nebraska's Community Newspaper ... caregivers may be in line for raise. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Medical marijuana business is growing ... up Nov 13, 2009
In the rare places that do allow dispensaries, they must be structured as nonprofit cooperatives rather than for-profit entities, with marijuana provided by state-certified patients or their caregivers. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Business)
Swine Flu Infects 22 Million, Kills 3,900 in U.S. in Six Months, CDC Says Nov 13, 2009
The vaccine doses available are aimed at children and those younger than 25, pregnant women, caregivers of infants, health- care workers, and adults with chronic conditions that put them at risk for complications. Healthy adults, including the elderly, should wait until additional supplies arrive, the CDC has said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Religion: Nov. 12 Nov 13, 2009
8 a.m. Hills Church Networking Group; 4:15 p.m. Jolly Ringers; 7:30 p.m. Compassionate Caregivers. Tuesday, Nov. 17. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Local calendar Nov. 12 edition Nov 13, 2009
Mother-to-Mother Mother-to-Mother, a nonprofit support organization for parents and caregivers of children from birth to elementary school age. $15 (September-August) includes monthly newsletters. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Big Island residents make emotional plea for mental health program Nov 12, 2009
Last December, adult mental health care clients and caregivers picketed outside the Hilo State Office Building to protest $25 million in budget cuts. Beginning Jan. 1, the state capped reimbursable case management hours per consumer from three hours a day to 3. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fresno County out of seasonal-flu vaccine Nov 12, 2009
The H1N1 vaccine will be available to people ages 6 months to 24 years; pregnant women; people ages 25 to 64 with chronic medical conditions; and caregivers of infants younger than 6 months. Local doctors also are receiving the vaccine. (Fresno Bee)
Actress Debi Mazar Talks About her Family's Experience with Bipolar Depression Nov 12, 2009
The SPEAK and Be Heard campaign encourages people with bipolar depression and their caregivers to become role models for others by sharing their challenges and successes in managing the disease. To be part of the panel, patients and caregivers were asked to submit their inspirational stories of living successfully with bipolar depression. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
H1N1 clinics at Rickenbacker Friday, Saturday Nov 12, 2009
Eligible for the vaccination are children 6 months to 18 years along with pregnant women, caregivers of children younger than 6 months and health-care workers with direct patient contact. More information on Clinics scheduled by Franklin County and Columbus Public Health is available or by calling 211. (Columbus Business First, OH)
More swine flu clinics under way on Saturday Nov 12, 2009
The only groups that may receive the vaccine are children ages 6 months to 7 years old, medically fragile children ages 7-18, parents and caregivers of infants under 6 months old and pregnant women. An injectable or nasal mist vaccine will be available, but officials are encouraging those who are eligible, healthy and not pregnant to take the nasal spray option. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
First Lady Michelle Obama, Dr. Jill Biden Join Blue Star Families, This Emotional Life Producers to Support Military Families Nov 12, 2009
A second toolkit, addressing early childhood attachment, "Early Moments Matter," offers information about how parents and caregivers can develop strong attachments with their children, which is the cornerstone of social and emotional development. SAMHSA's Health Information Network (SHIN) will be handing fulfillment for both the attachment and deployment toolkits for the life of the project. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Students find way to help helpers Nov 12, 2009
The class was the first in a series of Red Cross-sponsored workshops for home caregivers ... The class was the first in a series of Red Cross-sponsored workshops for home caregivers ... The pair held the first of a planned series of Red Cross-sponsored workshops for home caregivers, taking the men and women through a four-hour course in the reality of caring for sick relatives or friends. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Some schools balk at swine flu shots Nov 12, 2009
The vaccine is available free of charge at clinics for these groups: pregnant women; children 6 months through 4 years of age; and parents, siblings, caregivers and anyone else living in the house with an infant under 6 months of age. Health officials say these groups are at the highest risk for complications from the flu. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Maury County Health Department to hold swine flu vaccination clinics Nov 12, 2009
Those groups include pregnant women, health-care workers, caregivers of infants less than 6 months old and everyone from 6 months-24 years of age. The department can be reached by calling (931) 388-5757. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Regional Roundup Nov 12, 2009
Caregivers and household members of infants younger than six months. For more information, visit or call 469-8200. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Maclaren To Recall 1 Million Strollers Nov 11, 2009
The CPSC urges caregivers to stop using the strollers until they're fitted with the covers. A major stroller manufacturer is set to make a massive recall Tuesday over concerns that children can have their fingertips sliced in a hinge. (W-USA News, DC)
Area counties schedule H1N1 clinics Nov 11, 2009
Priority groups are pregnant women; children and young adults ages 6 months through 24 years old; adults ages 25 through 64 with a chronic health condition or lowered immunity; household members and caregivers of children less than 6 months old; health care workers and emergency medical services providers with direct patient contact. Logan County Department of Public Health will offer seasonal influenza vaccine, beginning 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday at the health department, Lincoln. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Obama's Fort Hood Memorial Speech Nov 11, 2009
We knew these men and women as soldiers and caregivers. You knew them as mothers and fathers; sons and daughters; sisters and brothers. (KSBW 8, CA)
Swine-flu shots Nov 11, 2009
They included: -Children between 6 months and 24 years of age (though the vaccine given at the Shrine Club clinic was only for those 4 years of age and older); -Pregnant women; -Caregivers of babies younger than 6 months of age; -Health-care workers who come in contact with people who have flulike illness; -People 25 to 64 years of age with chronic disease, such as moderate-to-severe asthma. "We had some people show up who weren't in the priority groups, maybe a dozen or two," said Charlotte... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Consider those most at risk Nov 11, 2009
The lives of foster children are improved through the love and nurturing of stable caregivers. When the state fails to provide adequate financial support, good families and group home counselors turn away from foster care-giving and good group homes close their doors. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Health Dept. hosting H1N1 clinic Nov 11, 2009
Caregivers of infants less than six months of age. Infants six months to adults 24 years of age. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Home of the Brave Nov 11, 2009
The caregivers are as heroic, as giving, as sacrificing, as the wounded. Tireless, enthusiastic, deeply committed to each and every patient, these people are the real hero civil servants or military servants of our capital. (Human Events Online)
Workplace BPA exposure increases risk of male sexual dysfunction Nov 11, 2009
Care for members and patients is focused on their total health and guided by their personal physicians, specialists and team of caregivers. Our expert and caring medical teams are empowered and supported by industry-leading technology advances and tools for health promotion, disease prevention, state-of-the art care delivery and world-class chronic disease management. (EurekAlert!)
The Medical Marijuana Business Matures Nov 11, 2009
In the rare places that do allow dispensaries, they must be structured as nonprofit cooperatives rather than for-profit entities, with marijuana provided by state-certified patients or their caregivers. Neighborhood Nuisance. (BusinessWeek)
Our view: Thanks, veterans Nov 11, 2009
a budget hawk who has exercised his senator's prerogative to place a hold on the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2009 ... Do those veterans or their caregivers deserve less. (Anchorage Daily News)
Charlie Crist: Here are some ways for vets to get ahead in Fla. Nov 11, 2009
If approved, this legislation will assist caregivers of seriously injured veterans, improve veterans care in rural areas, and enhance and expand Veterans Affairs health care. In this way, our veterans and their families will receive the support they need to care for their loved ones. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Men Leave: Separation And Divorce Far More Common When The Wife Is The Patient Nov 11, 2009
Why men leave a sick spouse can be partly explained by their lack of ability, compared to women, to make more rapid commitments to being caregivers to a sick partner and women's better ability to assume the burdens of maintaining a home and family, the study authors said. Researchers at three medical centers -- the SCCA, Huntsman and Stanford University School of Medicine -- enrolled a total of 515 patients in 2001 and 2002 and followed them until February 2006. (Science Daily)
Men more likely to leave an ill spouse Nov 11, 2009
The researchers suggest men are less able to commit, on the spot, to being caregivers to a sick partner, while women are better at assuming such home and family responsibilities ... "That's not easy for caregivers.". (MSNBC -- Health)
Public H1N1 clinic scheduled Nov 10, 2009
Household contacts or caregivers for children under 6 months. People 25 though 64 with chronic medical conditions. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
SVH copes with H1N1; bans kids under 14 Nov 10, 2009
3-million doses of the vaccine have been released across America, but federal estimates show there are 159-million individuals in the priority groups who are supposed to receive the vaccine first, including pregnant women, individuals aged 6-months to 24-years, caregivers of infants under 6-months-old, healthcare workers and those aged 25 to 64 with chronic health conditions that put them at increased risk of complications from the flu. Sonoma Valley Hospital used its 400 vaccines to inoculate... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Both campuses give H1N1 shots Nov 10, 2009
Kleva said the first batch of vaccines was reserved for the groups at highest risk of contracting H1N1, commonly referred to as swine flu, such as pregnant women, caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age, health care personnel and people under 25 with other health problems. The leftover 300 doses of the vaccine will be distributed at Notre Dame Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Stepan Center. (The Observer, IN)
Laptop Heist Exposes Doctors' Personal Data Nov 10, 2009
Another stolen laptop puts thousands of people's personal data at risk but this time it's the caregivers -- not the patients -- who are at risk. Share this Article. (SmallBusinessComputing)
One of three swine-flu clinics canceled in Erie area Nov 10, 2009
Swine-flu shots will be available for free to pregnant women, individuals 6 months to 24 years, caregivers of children 6 months and under, health-care workers, and people 25 to 64 who suffer from chronic disease. Although the number of flu cases has declined, Nadworny said, there's still a need to be immunized. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Some saw warning signs with Hasan Nov 10, 2009
" Doctors seeing a constant stream of troops with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder can start to have problems of their own -- an issue that has not gotten enough attention, said Dr. Allen Taylor, a cardiologist at Walter Reed Army Medical Center for 20 years before recently moving to Washington Hospital Center. "It's time for some introspection: Who cares for the caregivers. " he said. The military has used bonuses, scholarships, and allowed the hiring of legal nonresidents as part of... (Salon)
First shots in the flu war Nov 10, 2009
Pregnant women, children, caregivers of infants under six months and adults with underlying medical conditions have been identified as having the highest risk of complications, and so they were targeted for the mass vaccination program first. We are serving the target groups that were identified by the Centers for Disease Control, Ostoyich said. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
