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Grapefruit juice and fresh grapefruit can have many health benefits due to the high concentrations of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and potassium. However, it can also have serious interactions ...

Dementia affects how a person is able to function on a daily basis. Individuals with dementia may lose the ability to carry out normal, daily activates such as driving, getting dressed, and eating. Learn ...

Preventing the spread of germs is the key to preventing infection. #Patient-Education   #Awareness ​​​

You should be able to manage your medications by knowing, asking, and being in control of your healthcare. #Patient-Education   #Awareness ​​

It is important to understand your prescription medications. When you get a new prescription, make sure you understand what your doctor is prescribing, why you need to take it, and how often you should ...

Each year, one in every three adults age 65 and older will fall. Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head injuries, and can also increase the risk of early death. However, ...

Elder Abuse is any abuse or neglect of persons age 60 and older by a caregiver or another person in a relationship involving an expectation of trust. Learn who is at risk and how to identify it. #Patient-Education ...

In the United States, more than 10 million women and men are physically abused by an intimate partner, and intimate partner violence accounts for 15% of all violent crimes annually. #Patient-Education ...

Learn the signs of caregiver stress and how to cope with it. #Patient-Education   #Awareness ​​

Even though surgeries that involve grafts, devices, and implants are used to benefit patients, complications can occasionally happen, even when all preventative measures have been taken. #Patient-Education ...