As a patient advocate and a full-time caregiver for my parents, I try to participate in as many conversations among others who are in my situation as I can. It helps me feel less isolated; learn tips from those who have faced an issue before...
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by Jennifer Lessinger, Patient Empowerment Network A New Patient Empowerment Course from PEN Empowered patients who are well-informed and take an active role in their care tend to have better health outcomes. With telehealth, patient portals, and research and treatment information all online, access to the internet...
With roughly five to seven million distance caregivers, new resources may be accessible to alleviate the stress that comes with trying to take care of a loved one from a thousand miles (or more) away. In an article published by the New York Times Dr. Douglas,...
When someone close to you is sick, the instinct is to shower that person with love in the form of chocolate, flowers, and balloons. This is a very kind instinct, but when someone is going through cancer treatment or in the hospital, you may need...
Becoming a caregiver for a family member or friend can be intimidating. The role of caregiver can become even more exhausting if you don’t find time to take care of yourself. Taking a few breaks each week to do the things you enjoy will help...