Striking similarity of dying words
Longtime hospice nurse believes patients are glimpsing the afterlife Maggie Callanan has witnessed more than 2,000 deaths. In 27 years as a hospice nurse, the Massachusetts–based author and speaker cared for people of all ages and widely divergent backgrounds as they reached the end of their lives. But if they spoke as they neared death, […]
Read More »Hip Fractures among Older Adults
Hip fractures are serious fall injuries that often result in long-term functional impairment, nursing home admission and increased mortality. As our population ages, the number of hip fractures is likely to increase. How big is the problem? Annually, there are at least 258,000 hospital admissions for hip fractures among people aged 65 and older. More than 95% of […]
Read More »February Is American Heart Month: Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?
During the month of February, Americans see the human heart as the symbol of love. February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself the love. Learn about your risks for heart disease and stroke and stay “heart healthy” for yourself and your loved ones. Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and high blood […]
Read More »Celebrate National Blood Donor Month
This January, the American Red Cross celebrates National Blood Donor Month and recognizes the lifesaving contribution blood and platelet donors make to modern healthcare. As 2015 gets underway and winter weather sets in across much of the country,the Red Cross thanks donors for their support and encourages individuals to roll up a sleeve in areas where conditions are […]
Read More »Coping with Grief during the Holidays
Helpful hints for surviving the holidays: Acknowledge grief work as real work Adjustment to the death of dying of someone close to you does not simply come with time. The work of grief demands that you deal with all the feelings that loss engenders. This work takes psychic and physical energy that can leave you […]
Read More »Veterans Day, November 11th
“Celestial Care would like to sincerely thank all men and women who have served for our country and protected our freedoms.” Veterans Day Facts Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and […]
Read More »ONE LAST HUG (…and a few smooches) Three Days at Grief Camp
HBO Documentary New York Life, in partnership with HBO, The Moyer Foundation, and local Camp Erin Affiliates, debuted the documentary, One Last Hug (…and a few smooches), Three Days at Grief Camp, on April 14, 2013. Director Irene Taylor Brodsky is an Oscar-nominated, Emmy and Peabody Award winning director, producer, writer and cinematographer whose documentaries have shown at […]
Read More »Depression Takes its Toll
We all were sad to hear about comedian and actor Robin Williams taking his own life on August 11. Like Mr. Williams, many people suffer from depression, and it is hard to see the signs. According to Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org, mental illness refers to a wide range of mental health conditions, i.e. disorders that affect […]
Read More »Meet the Doctor
Bryan Glick, D.O., M.B.S., owner and the practicing physician of n1Health of Scottsdale, serves patients throughout the Scottsdale and greater Phoenix area. As a doctor of osteopathic medicine, Dr. Glick is trained as a primary care physician who treats the whole person. The focus for osteopathic physicians is preventive health care, with extra training on […]
Read More »Four therapies using the Human Power of Touch
These four hands-on therapies can ease your stress, anxiety, pain, and more. Read on to find the best remedy for you. For Emotional Healing: Body Psychotherapy What it is: This form of therapy combines touch, movement, breathing techniques and exercises to raise your awareness of sensations in your body, which can help you identify and resolve […]
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