geriatrics Latest News

Publication expands scope to include the entire geriatric medicine team, including nurses, dietitians, PTs/OTs, social workers

Retirement, health issues, finances, the loss of loved ones or the prospect of losing independence can be overwhelming. For many seniors, proper intervention is key to achieving and maintaining their highest level of health, activity and autonomy.

Although Stick-e Gloves were created for fitness, now they are a therapeutic prop. They are beneficial for elderly people with poor circulation and thinning skin as well as people suffering from arthritis and other autoimmune disease for better grip.

Bestselling Book, “Elder Rage, or Take My Father… Please! How To Survive Caring For Aging Parents”, Recorded By Author, Jacqueline Marcell, Available as Audio Book at Amazon and Audible Books.

Stanbridge College Vocational Nursing student Lisa Daniels was honored at the First Annual Senior Care Humanitarian Awards Ceremony for her work with the elderly at a skilled nursing facility in Orange County.

SurePod’s third-generation device, the 250EA, combines two-way talk and GPS in a small pod for ease of use and mobility.

Come Back Early Today: A Memoir of Love, Alzheimer’s, and Joy by Marie Marley has just been released. This compelling love story presents novel information, advice and hope to exhausted caregivers moving along the path of an overwhelming journey.

– IntegraCare Holdings, Inc.™, a visionary provider of Home Health, Hospice and Community Services, has closed its acquisition of Outreach Health Service’s Medicare Services (“OMS”) business this date.

PrimeMedical offers a comprehensive approach and advanced testing that can help women diagnosis and treat common help problems conveniently located all under one roof in San Pedro, California.

Visiting Physicians Association® announced the addition of Richard Worel, D.O. to its Muskegon office located at 800 Ellis Rd. (Suite 225) in Norton Shores.

Visiting Physicians Association® announced the addition of Daniel Gilligan, D.O., to its Saginaw office located at 1484 Straits Dr., (Suite 5).

Carol Zernial, a recognized expert on aging and senior advocacy issues, will serve on the board of the non-profit group that works to improve the lives of older Americans, particularly the disadvantaged and vulnerable.

Physician With 25 Years Specializing in Geriatrics In The Sun City Will Serve Medicare-eligible Patients

Anvia will distribute Tracker Security's SeniorLocator. SeniorLocator uses GPS, cellular and mapping software to offer freedom and independence for the elderly, while providing caregivers with location information of the senior in their care.

Honor From Leading Industry News Site Recognizes Success Of Texas-based Company He Founded Nearly 20 Years Ago

Family Based Business Focuses on Treating Area Seniors as an Extension of Their Family

Stroke Smart Magazine Cites Important Need For High-Risk Second Stroke Victims

BiCOM’s Tonometer Diaton is presented at Florida Osteopathic Medical Association FOMA 2009 by Phycon Medical. Diaton Tonometer is a unique way to measure intraocular pressure (IOP) through the EYELID.

Employers now ask Employee Assistance Programs To Help Them Reduce Employee Absenteeism Due To Elder Care Responsibilities. Helping Employees Manage Work And Caring For Their Parents Is Good For Business.