Knowing where to find an excellent stroke rehab center following a stroke can be overwhelming, according to experts. Stroke Rehab: Essential Requirements Stroke rehab often requires healthcare professionals from several disciplines because a stroke often affects many functions. For example, there can be paralysis and weakness; impairment of gross and fine motor skills; …
The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Chittenango recently celebrated the 105th birthday of Gladys Musser. Musser, who was born in Smyrna in 1912, has been at The Grand since December 2009. Her birthday celebration on Nov. 3 included a memorial pinning ceremony by the Village of Chittenango, cake, flowers, live entertainment and a facility-wide word …
Shingles is a painful itching rash caused by the varicella zoster virus, the same bug behind chickenpox. The virus lies dormant in the nerve tissue of people who’ve had chickenpox, and years later can reactivate itself. Anyone who’s had chickenpox can develop shingles, but about half of all cases occur in people 60 and older, …
Type 2 diabetes prevents your body your body from turning carbohydrates into energy. This causes sugar to build up in your blood. Over time this will increase your risk for heart disease, blindness, nerve, and organ damage. It strikes people of all ages, and early symptoms are mild. About 1 out of 3 people with type 2 …
For many families, Halloween can be tricky because many traditional Halloween treats aren’t safe for children with life-threatening food allergies. In an effort to promote safety, inclusion and respect of individuals managing food allergies, The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Rome will host its second annual Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m. at …
Doorbells will be ringing Oct. 31 and costumed children everywhere will want to know if you have either a trick or treat in store for them. If you have a child who lives with life-threatening food allergies, then you know a treat can be hard to come by. There is an organization called FARE working hard to fix that. …
Most bruises aren’t anything to worry about, but others may point to a bigger problem. Get the facts and know when to call your doctor. Bruises: Colorful Marks We all get a bruise from time to time, perhaps you walked into the doorjamb in the middle of the night. Most aren’t anything to …
Elder abuse leads to depression, medical problems, and even death in older patients. In fact, hospital emergency rooms are now identifying and helping abused seniors. However, those subjected to emotional, physical, or financial abuse too often remain silent. As few as 1 in 24 cases of abuse against residents age 60 and older were reported to …
Feel younger is the mantra we want to live by. Although we’re getting on in years, the desire to stay and feel young and healthy never leaves us. Here are several strategies you can use to feel younger. Go for it! Feel Younger: Spend Time With Friends Friends are good for the soul. …