Health News Archives

Elder Abuse, Neglect Make Early Death Far More Likely
Finding illustrates need to report suspected problems, expert says

Health Tip: How a Caregiver Can Help
A list of typical responsibilities

Health Tip: Alleviate Caregiver Stress
Suggestions to ease the burden

Sleeping Through Dialysis May Be the Way to Go
Overnight procedure allows longer filtering, which experts prefer

Not All Caregivers Are Stressed and Depressed
Some discover satisfaction in challenging role, survey finds

Reduce Suffering, Urge Heart Failure Patients and Caregivers
Survey finds that psychological needs are going unmet

With Alzheimer’s, Health-Care Costs Could Triple
Experts urge greater investment in research to stem 'crippling' expenses

Health Tip: Lifting Safety for Caregivers
Suggestions to avoid injury

Simpler Sleep Apnea Treatment Seems Effective, Affordable
Study finds that nurse-led rather than doctor-led care saves about $722 per patient

Caregiving May Lengthen Life
Taking care of spouse decreases risk of death, study finds