Education

More than a third of seniors over the age of 65 slip and fall each year – 80 percent of those falls occur in the bathroom. And, as you might have guessed, injuries due to falling increase with age, peaking after 85 (National Institute on Aging).   Since June is National Safety Month, there’s no better time to emphasize the importance of bathroom safety. A safe bathroom that's equipped to meet your needs cannot only prevent falls, but it also increases your independence...
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Snoring is a common occurrence. According to the Sleep Foundation, 90 million Americans snore. Chances are if you snore, it's disrupting your partner's sleep. If your snoring is an indication of sleep apnea, then your partner isn't the only one losing out on their sleep; you are too.  The real question is how do you know when your snoring is just snoring, or if it's an indication of something more serious, like sleep apnea?    What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep...
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If you've been paying attention to the news, then you've probably already heard about all of the hospitalizations caused by vaping. Over 2,200 people have gotten sick from vaping in the US last year, and around 60 people have died. This vaping illness is primarily affecting young people; 80% of those affected are under 35, and about 20% are between the ages of 18 and 21.  As a company that strives to increase lung health awareness, we thought we would tell you everything...
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Waking up during these winter months can be a challenge. The days are shorter and sunlight is minimal. Our energy seems to diminish. Fortunately, there are ways to wake up feeling more energized and ways to stay energized throughout your day. Dr. Ross Dodge, Specialist in Sleep Medicine and Peak Neurology provides some tips to help keep you energized during these winter days.    Tip 1: Nap-puccinos  Everyone experiences that afternoon lull. Dr. Dodge suggest something...
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It's estimated that 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, with 80 percent of the cases of moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea undiagnosed. Over the past decade, research and awareness surrounding sleep apnea have developed our understanding of the alarming consequences sleep apnea has, if left untreated.  One of reasons sleep apnea is left untreated is because people don't even know that they have it. That's why we created a list of 8 common symptoms of sleep apnea....
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May is Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. For those of you who don't know, Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disorder which causes the mucus in your lungs to build up. There is no cure for CF, only breathing treatments. Some of those treatments include:  Airway clearance to help loosen and get rid of the thick mucus that can build up in the lungs Inhaled medications to open the airways or thin the mucus (nebulizers) Pancreatic enzyme supplement capsules to improve...
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Monday marked the first day of National Public Health Week! The goal of this week is to ultimately remind people that if we work together we can build healthier communities. We can foster change!  Each day this week has a theme, organized by the American Public Health Association. Here's a breakdown of those themes:   Monday: Healthy Communities According to the American Public Health Association (APHA), people's health and well-being are connected to the...
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What makes a rare disease rare? According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), a rare disease is defined as one that affects fewer than 200,000 people. Most of these diseases are genetic. There are many challenges for those diagnosed with a rare disease. First, they can be very difficult to diagnose. Additionally, because few people have the disease there isn't a lot of money or resources being put towards researching causes or treatments. There also isn't a large community...
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On January 1, 2019, the durable medical equipment (DME) competitive bidding program (CBP) temporarily ended so that CMS can make much-needed changes to the program that will presumably improve patient access to equipment and services.   What is the competitive bidding program? The bidding program was authorized by Congress through the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA). It was originally designed to reduce out-of-pocket expenses and...
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Sleep Apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing repeatedly in your sleep. If left untreated it can pose serious health risks on your mind and body. That's why we have composed a short list of questions to help indicate if you might have sleep apnea. Remember, don't use the answers to these questions as a diagnosis, but as a tool to help you decide if you should visit your doctor to be further examined.    1.  Do you snore? via GIPHY   2. ...
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