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Managing Medical Care

Quick Guide to Managing Medical Care

How to Handle a Loved One Who Refuses to Go to the Doctor

Choosing a Doctor You and Your Parents Are Comfortable With

A Guide to Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies

7 Steps to Take When Your Elderly Parent is Suddenly Hospitalized

How Geriatric Care Managers Can Help Busy Caregivers

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Getting Special Treatment: Senior-Centered Emergency Rooms
The bedlam of a traditional emergency room can make a health emergency worse for an elderly person. But, the growing popularity of geriatric emergency departments is set to revolutionize the way emergency elder care is approached.
ER for seniors only »
Telemedicine for Chronic Health Conditions Management
Telemedicine lets people with chronic health conditions manage their diseases at home while being monitored by health-care professionals.
At-home technology for chronic illnesses »
Electronic Health Records Still Not A Reality
Because health-care providers don’t have instant, electronic access to patients' health records and medical information, caregivers are often responsible for tracking down medical history and health records from multiple doctors.
Stopping the paper trail »

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