Elderly man makes a protein smoothie as part of a healthy diet to prevent hypertension.

Attn Bayside Caregivers: Study Shows Link Between Hypertension and Protein

Hypertension is often called the “silent killer,” because it usually doesn’t cause any symptoms. Although many of Bayside’s elderly may not feel the effects, this condition causes serious damage throughout the body. Having high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, heart failure, kidney failure, and more. On top of that, one study…

infographics from the American Heart Association on Women's Heart Disease

Kick-Off of Women’s Health Week: Heart Disease & Stress – Infographic Gifts to Download

Give Thanks to All the Mothers in Your Life by Giving Them the Gift of Health Mothers Day kicks off National Women’s Health Week. The top health concern pertaining to women may surprise you. While we naturally associate women’s health with systems and organs unique to women, it may surprise you that dreaded diseases such…

Benefits of Home Health Aides for COPD Patients in Staten Island

According to the American Lung Association, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) – which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema – is a chronic lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is also the third leading cause of death in the United States. Patients in Staten Island can find relief. Sufferers of COPD compare breathing to…

Stroke Rehabilitation in Staten Island | Recovering at Home

So often, the very word “stroke” is uttered with a grim shake of the head, an acknowledgment that life as a stroke “victim” comes with profound challenges. That’s understandable. Stroke is not only unpredictable but symptoms can also occur without prior warning. In turn, this complicates stroke rehabilitation for seniors. According to the American Heart Association,…

Urinary Incontinence

Home Care for Seniors with Urinary Incontinence Your Trusted Source for In-Home Care for Patients with Urinary Incontinence Issues throughout New York City including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island and Nassau County. Urinary incontinence is when the urine is leaked by accident and is common in older adults. It is an annoyance and an…

Hypertension

Caregivers for Patients with Hypertension Improving quality of life for seniors and elderly adults with hypertension throughout New York City including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island and Nassau County. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition that can lead to a fatal outcome if not treated. Hypertension can be a silent disease,…