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Navigating Essential Health Checks for Aging Parents: A Nurse's Insight patient advocacy Mar 06, 2024

How will we know if there is a problem if we don’t have a starting point?

Baseline tests serve as a crucial starting point in understanding our loved ones current health status and detecting any deviations from the norm. But what the heck are the tests they need and for goodness sake what...

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8 Essential Questions to Master Your Parent’s New Prescriptions medication patient advocacy Feb 28, 2024

As a nurse who’s been around the block a few times in the healthcare world, I’ve picked up a thing or two about making the most out of doctor’s appointments. Especially when it comes to the subject of medications.

As we assist our parents with health management it’s...

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Navigating the Maze of Specialists patient advocacy Feb 21, 2024

Let’s talk about something super important but often overlooked: How to know what specialists to go to and why?

Diving into the world of medical specialists? Don’t worry, I’ve got your back. Think of me as your friendly neighborhood nurse, here to spill the beans on who’s...

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Unlocking the Truth about Polypharmacy medication management patient advocacy Feb 14, 2024

Let’s talk about something super important but often overlooked: Polypharmacy.

Medication management becomes increasingly relevant as our loved ones age. With all those prescriptions floating around, it’s easy for things to get complicated. That’s where Polypharmacy comes...

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Keeping Track: A Guide to Managing Your Parents' Medications medication management patient advocacy Feb 07, 2024

Let’s talk about something super important but often overlooked: managing your aging parents’ medications. 

First, keeping an updated list of your parents’ medications can be a lifesaver. It helps prevent mix-ups and ensures that healthcare providers have the complete...

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The Vital Role of Patient Advocacy: Being One or Hiring One patient advocacy Jan 31, 2024

As a nurse with years of experience in the healthcare field, this is a topic I feel very strongly about.

Between doctor’s appointments, medical specialists, diagnostic testing, and hospital admissions. The healthcare system can be so overwhelming, and it can quickly become an incredible...

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Why Knowing Your Aging Parent's Medical History is Crucial advocate aging parents health Jan 24, 2024

As our parents gracefully age, we can play an essential role in their healthcare journey. Understanding their medical history might not be the first thing on your mind, but trust me, it’s a game-changer. It is all about being a knowledgeable health advocate. 

Let’s delve into why...

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8 Tips to Prepare for Crucial Conversations crucial conversations Jan 17, 2024

Are you gearing up for those heart-to-hearts with your parents about the future?

While not the easiest task, trust me, it’s worth it. Let’s navigate these crucial conversations together, and I’ll share some tips to make them smoother. Together, we’ve got this.

1. Why It...

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10 Things You Need to Know About Your Aging Parents crucial conversations Jan 10, 2024

As our loved ones age, understanding their needs becomes increasingly important for providing compassionate care. 

In this blog post, we’ll delve into 10 crucial insights about your aging parents, offering valuable knowledge to enhance the quality of care and support you provide.

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