Don't miss the latest Enteral Nutrition Support Newsletter with important information from Shield HealthCare's registered dietitians!

IBS and Stress Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 20% of adults and up to 14% of children in the U.S.  IBS is described by researchers as a gut-brain disorder because of the way serotonin signaling is altered in IBS patients. Serotonin is a key mediator of gut motility, or movement, and sensory perception. … Continue reading Pediatric Corner: Advances in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Stay tuned to our upcoming events with the Shield HealthCare monthly newsletter! This January we are recognizing: National Birth Defects Prevention Awareness Month Every 4 ½ minutes, a baby is born with a birth defect in the United States. Public awareness, social support systems and community resources are essential for caregivers of those with birth defects… Continue reading Shield HealthCare January Newsletter

The response to Shield HealthCare’s 13th Annual Caregiver Story Contest on “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” was amazing!  Thank you to everyone who shared their beautiful stories about the rewards of caregiving. With more than 300 inspirational caregiver stories received and just 8 winners chosen, Shield HealthCare is recognizing 12 finalists in the 3rd Annual Readers’ Choice Contest.  This gives YOU and the… Continue reading Shield HealthCare’s 3rd Annual Readers’ Choice Contest

Not sure what to resolve to do differently this year? Change may require some doing, but before you can take action, you may need to work on your frame of mind. Set a theme for the way you want to think and feel about yourself this year and take it from there. Here are some… Continue reading How to Make Positive Changes in 2014

It doesn’t have to be January 1st to make healthier habits, but it’s as good as any time to start. Adopt a start low, go slow approach to ensure your success. Commit to one goal at a time. You’re more likely to stick to it. Start small. For example, if you know you won’t be… Continue reading New Year’s Resolution: Version 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                           December 18, 2013 SHIELD HEALTHCARE ANNOUNCES CAREGIVER STORY CONTEST WINNERS Valencia, CA – Shield HealthCare, a leading provider of medical supplies for care at home, is pleased to announce the winners of… Continue reading Press Release | Shield HealthCare Announces 2013 Caregiver Story Contest Winners

An experimental new gene therapy treatment is making headlines in the medical community for its remarkable results in the treatment of leukemia and bone marrow cancers.  The first recipients of the experimental treatment were a handful seriously ill patients whose leukemia had failed to respond to all other available treatment options.  The results were remarkably… Continue reading Experimental Gene Therapy Treatment: New Soldiers In War On Cancer

Stay tuned to our upcoming events with the Shield HealthCare monthly newsletter! This December we are recognizing: National Safe Toys and Gifts Month This December, Shield HealthCare encourages everyone to observe National Safe Toys and Gifts Month. Hospital emergency rooms treat more than 250,00 toy-related injuries in the United States each year. National Safe Toys and… Continue reading Shield HealthCare December Newsletter

Shield HealthCare’s 13th Annual Caregiver Story Contest has officially ended. November 30th marked the final day of submissions for Shield HealthCare’s “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Caregiver Story Contest, which recognizes the demanding roles and responsibilities of today’s caregivers. A special thank you to all the dedicated caregivers who shared their stories this year! What’s next? Here are… Continue reading 13th Annual Caregiver Story Contest Update