Nutrition and Chronic Disease
Well, we’ve spent some time on the health issues of obesity and cardiovascular workings and I thought it would be interesting to take a look at some basic nutrition facts as they may relate...
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Pediatric Nurses Needed!
I wish I may, I wish I might…. Have a Pediatric nurse tonight… 3rd shift cases available in Greater Grand Rapids area. Experienced or willingness To be trained in Pediatrics. ASK about sign...
Parent Resources: UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
Monthly I am going to try and find resources for Parents of medically fragile children. I will share links to these resources and hopefully they will help you and your family. UnitedHealthcare has a...
Chronic Diseases in the United States – Heart Disease
I’ve been quite intrigued recently by chronic medical conditions. As the “boomer” generation continues to ages, the more they visit their primary physician or urgent care centers it seems. Is that the result of...
Our First Blog Post!
It is a celebration! Community Care Givers Pediatric Department is starting a blog. Our blog will be devoted to Children, Our goal is to educate, encourage, and have a little fun. If you are...
Chronic Disease in America – Obesity
Here we are just past the end of January 2015. Many folks have once again made a New Year’s resolution to lose weight especially after all of the holiday gatherings and parties attended over...
6 Key Tips To Help Caregivers Improve Their Range of Motion Skills
Range of motion activities are one of the most common caregiver tasks. Practically every client needs to have it done yet it is something that can easily be glossed over. Range of motion helps...
Help One Person Today
You have the power to help someone. No matter where you are or what you do for a living, you have the power to make a difference. You have the power to pick someone...
How To Hydrate Yourself With Food
Beyond drinking plenty of water, what else can you do to help keep yourself and your patients hydrated in heat like we have experienced this week? Turn to high water-content foods. Fruits and vegetables...
10 Environmental Hazards That Cause Older Adults To Fall & How To Avoid Them
Every year, one out of every three adults age 65 or older will fall. It is a problem that can cause serious consequences including broken bones, closed head injuries, bruising and more. This is...