To be able to care for the people you love, you must first take care of yourself. It’s like the advice we’re given on airplanes: put on your own oxygen mask before trying to help someone else with ...

Over half of seniors will need help with eating, getting dressed or other basic activities at some point, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the cost of help continues ...

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We believe true healing happens where you're most comfortable: at home. Northwell At Home offers specialized care for you or a loved one to recover from illness, injury or surgery, right in your own ...

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January 1, 2026 • Every new year, public media reporters across the country bring us some of the new state laws taking effect where they are. Here are six in 2026.

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

Palliative care is a holistic approach that treats a person with serious illness of any age, and in any setting. It involves a range of care providers and includes the person's unpaid caregivers. If ...

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