Sleep apnea is characterized as a sleep disorder in which breathing will stop and start repeatedly while a person sleeps. When this happens, the brain and the rest of the body does not receive enough oxygen which can be potentially deadly. There are two common types of sleep apnea: Central sleep apnea: The airways are […]
Posted May 24, 2017 in Elderly Health, General Health, Health and Wellness
In the United States, five million people are currently living with congestive heart failure. In fact, it’s the leading cause of hospitalization for people over 65. When it comes to heart failure, the blood is moving through the heart and the body at a much slower rate than normal. This puts extra pressure on the […]
Deciding that someone we love is no longer capable of driving can be difficult. For many, handing over the keys can feel as if we’re losing our independence and the ability to go out on our own terms. When we stop driving, we have to rely on others to get us to where we need […]
Being a caregiver is no easy task. In fact, it’s a full-time job that requires around-the-clock attention to make sure that our loved one is healthy and comfortable. More times than not, a close family member will act as the caregiver to a spouse, partner, disabled child, or aging loved one. While being a caregiver […]
In a previous blog, we covered the topic of occupational therapy. We explained what it is and how it differs from physical therapy. Occupational therapy helps people who are struggling with a certain condition regain their level of functionality so that the patient can lead a normal life. At St. Barnabas, we offer occupational therapy […]
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