Unfortunately, HIV remains a hugely prevalent disease in the United States. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 37,832 people in the U.S. were diagnosed with HIV in 2018. Of these diagnoses, 24% were among heterosexual individuals. Hospice care for these … [Read more...]
How To Support An Elderly Loved One With A Neurological Disorder
A Neurological disorder is a severe health condition that can take a major toll not just on an elderly person, but on said individual’s entire family who is striving to ensure they receive the best medical care possible. Even in cases where someone with a … [Read more...]
Hospice Care For Stroke Patients
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, and hospice care — which typically involves providing both physical and emotional (and even spiritual) support to patients and their families — is often needed to treat such an incident, … [Read more...]
Cystic Fibrosis Life Expectancy: A Support Guide
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited illness that causes serious damage to the lungs, digestive system, and other organs in the body. In people with cystic fibrosis, a defective gene causes mucus, sweat, and digestive juices to become sticky and thick, causing blockages … [Read more...]
What Are Signs Of Respiratory Distress?
Many illnesses cause difficulty breathing. When a loved one is having to work harder to breathe or not getting enough oxygen, they may be in a state of respiratory distress. Learning the signs of respiratory distress and knowing how to respond can save your loved one’s … [Read more...]
Benefits of Hospice Care for COPD
As our loved ones age, they become more susceptible to illnesses that can dramatically change the way they are able to care for themselves and enjoy their lives. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is one such condition. COPD is an umbrella term that refers … [Read more...]
What Are the Symptoms of End Stage Lung Disease
When a loved one enters the end stages of lung disease, it’s natural to feel stressed, angry, and even scared. In addition to worries about their comfort and health, families often find themselves providing the majority of care and handling all of the many moving parts … [Read more...]
The Caregiver’s Guide to End-of-Life Care
End-of-life care seeks to make people as comfortable as possible as they age or face the end stages of a life-limiting illness. This care often includes supporting their physical needs by managing pain and helping them dress, bathe, and complete other daily tasks. At … [Read more...]
Late Stage HIV/AIDS Symptoms
For many years, a diagnosis of HIV and AIDS was panic-inducing. Now, medications are available that can prevent and dramatically slow down the progression of these diseases, allowing people to live more normal lives. However, there is still no cure for HIV and AIDS. As … [Read more...]
How Can Hospice Care Help Patients With Neurological Problems?
Neurological diseases introduce dramatic lifestyle changes, from the use of ventilators and feeding tubes to changes in one’s ability to complete simple tasks. As these diseases progress, it may become necessary to consider hospice care. Whether a loved one’s loss of … [Read more...]
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