Weiner: Blood sugar monitoring devices create wearablity problems for older adults with diabetes, caregivers, Health News, ET HealthWorld

Weiner: Blood sugar monitoring devices create wearablity problems for older adults with diabetes, caregivers, Health News, ET HealthWorld

Indianapolis: Researchers from the Regenstrief Institute showed that continuous glucose monitors and other wearable devices present wearability and use issues for patients and their carers when used by older persons with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes to test and control low blood sugar. “This is a whole area of health technology that needs study. … Read more

Department of physiotherapy at DPSRU launches pediatrics physiotherapy unit

DPSRU Pediatric Unit

The new pediatric unit, is an addition to the already existing exercise therapy unit and neuro physiotherapy unit in the university. Department of physiotherapy department at Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) has launched pediatrics physiotherapy unit in its DPSRU campus. This unit would treat children with cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome by … Read more

1 in 3 Caregivers for Elderly May Be Untrained, Unscreened

By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 24, 2021 (HealthDay News) — A new report raises questions about the training and qualifications of many caregivers for the elderly across the United States. The study by the RAND Corporation, a nonprofit research organization, found that nearly a third of Americans who arranged for paid care … Read more

Caregivers Feel the Strain In Tough Holiday Season

By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Dec. 8, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The coronavirus pandemic makes the holidays even more difficult for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, an expert says. “Even in the best of times, holidays can be a mixed bag for families who are … Read more

Clinicalinfo: Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research

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‘Self-Care’ Urged for Women Caregivers Amid Pandemic

Pattie Tucker, DrPH, director, CDC’s Office of Women’s Health, Office of Minority Health and Health Equity, Atlanta. CDC.gov: “Women, Caregiving, and COVID-19,” “Coping with Stress,” “How to Protect Yourself & Others,” “Food and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19),” “Physical Activity Basics,” “Worker Safety and Support,” “Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019,” “Keep Children Healthy during … Read more