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		<title>Pressure sore remedies</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 20:33:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rose Broyles</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pressure sores, also known as bed sores or pressure ulcers are one of the leading causes of diminished quality life in patients, as well as a contributor to death if left untreated.  Depending on the stage of the ulcer (Stage 1,2,3, or 4) , it can sometimes require surgery or months of healing. There are... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/caregiving/pressure-sore-remedies/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>The Importance of a Second Opinion</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 14:23:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Danielle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[MetLife estimates nearly 10 million Americans over the age of 50 are taking care of at least one aging parent. Taking care of an older person is already a monumental task without any major illnesses like cancer; but navigating the complicated and frightening world of cancer medicine makes the difficult job of caring for a parent even... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/medical/the-importance-of-a-second-opinion/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Finding Health Insurance to Take Care of YOU!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:09:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Danielle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Image courtesy of Alex E Proimos Health insurance is one of those things people often take for granted. Many employers, especially those with more than 20 employees, offer individual health plans that provide major medical insurance coverage for employees and their families. Most workers pay a portion of the premium, but what they pay for... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/caregiving/finding-health-insurance-to-take-care-of-you/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>What is pneumonia and how do people &#8220;catch pneumonia&#8221;?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:29:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie Kopecky</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of one or both lungs which is usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Prior to the discovery of antibiotics, one-third of all people who developed pneumonia subsequently died from the infection. Currently, over 3 million people develop pneumonia each year in the United States. Over a half... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/disease-info/how-do-people-catch-pneumonia/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>You&#8217;re a Lifeline, Not Just a Caregiver!</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:22:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Danielle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Men like to be in control of their own lives. Although this is a general statement that may not be true for every man, this need for control is probably why some men don’t make particularly easy patients. Men can be reluctant to ask questions and learning about medical conditions and treatments. Those who have... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/medical/youre-a-lifeline-not-just-a-caregiver/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Simple safety precautions that can save your parents&#8217; lives</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:15:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Danielle</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; When you&#8217;re not living with your parents, you may worry about their safety in their home or apartment. There are lots of things you can do ahead of time to make their living environment as safe as possible. Taking these precautions will give you peace of mind when you&#8217;re away because you&#8217;ll have done... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/medical/safety/simple-safety-precautions-that-can-save-your-parents-lives/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>ERres 3.0 a useful tool, medicap apps for ER docs and nurses by m.delacruz</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:13:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>m.delacruz</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Overview: ERres 3.0 is currently one of the most popular medical apps available in the app store. It was developed by Josh Mularella, an emergency medicine resident with his vision of putting emergency medicine in the palm of your hands. With an easy to use interface and a range of topics that are covered in this referencing application, it... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/caregiving/erres-3-0-a-useful-tool-medicap-apps-for-er-docs-and-nurses-by-m-delacruz/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Critical USA, a great medical reference app for healthcare professionals</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:27:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>m.delacruz</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Critical USA, a great medical reference app for healthcare professionals- March 21, 2012 -Article by M. DeLaCruz @ iLadies What is it? The Critical U.S.A app for the iPhone is an educational tool and reference guide created by The Barringer Group, which helps healthcare professional’s access vast amounts of knowledge through simple motions on their touch screens. It has made... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/caregiving/critical-usa-a-great-medical-reference-app-for-healthcare-professionals/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>ROBOTS are taking over the Health Sector &#8220;Blue Collar Jobs&#8221; in the near future~</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josie Kopecky</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to the article at Wall Street Journal, thousands of &#8220;service&#8221; Robots are taking over the health care sector in the near future &#8212;taking over blue collar jobs running errands at a more efficient pace and cost effective measures for hospitals.  Watch this video provided by the Wallstreet Journal Technology News site. Robots Take Over&#8230;... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/lifestyle/health-and-beauty/robots-are-taking-over-the-health-sector-blue-collar-jobs-in-the-near-future/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Skin cancer drug reverses Alzheimer&#8217;s in mice</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:52:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Newsdesk</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[CNN) &#8211; Scientists say they &#8220;serendipitously&#8221; discovered that a drug used to treat a type of cancer quickly reversed Alzheimer&#8217;s disease in mice. &#8220;It&#8217;s really exciting,&#8221; said Maria Carrillo, senior director for medical and scientific relations for the Alzheimer&#8217;s Association. &#8220;They saw very positive and robust behavior effects in the mice.&#8221; In the study, researchers at... <a href="http://caring-for-mom-and-dad.info/disease-info/skin-cancer-drug-reverses-alzheimers-in-mice/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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