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Webinar: Ostomy 101 — Five Key Steps for an Accurate Stoma Assessment

In this recorded webinar, you can learn how to identify clinical characteristics assessed during a stomal and peristomal skin assessment.

Sarah McIlvaine
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Health Insurance Rates Up More Than 20 Percent in Colorado

In this article, originally published by the Associated Press and the Colorado Springs Gazette, learn why general health insurance rates up recently.

Aimee Sharp
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Webinar: STAR Kids Rollout – What You Need to Know

Join Shield HealthCare and CareStarter on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 for a free webinar: STAR Kids Rollout: Everything Families Need to Know

Aimee Sharp
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2016 Paralympics

The 2016 Paralympics stories were great this year! Learn more about Aaron Baker's tough road to trying to find some Paralympic glory.

Aimee Sharp

California Wants to Pull This Doctor’s License. Here’s How it’s Sparked a New Battle Over Child Vaccinations

In this article originally published by the LA Times, learn why the Medical Board of California wants to pull this doctor's license over vaccination issues.

Aimee Sharp

Urological Insights Newsletter – Volume 2

Don’t miss the latest Urological Newsletter with important information from our urological experts! This issue focuses on spinal cord injury and more.

Paul Leary
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Shield HealthCare Expands Texas Operations into New Location

Shield HealthCare has relocated its Dallas operations and distribution to a larger facility in Carrollton, Texas. The new facility, the Central Region...

Gina Flores
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Judge Orders Medicare To Clarify When It Will Pay For Rehab And Skilled Nursing

In this article originally published by Forbes, Howard Gleckman tries to determine the answer to what will Medicare pay for when it comes to rehab.

Aimee Sharp
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Training Courses For Family Caregivers of Older Adults in Boulder County

Gain tools to in this training for family caregivers. Improve your self-care, increase your confidence, and reduce your stress.

Aimee Sharp
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Webinar: A Guide to Managing Your Dementia / Alzheimer’s Patient

Join Shield HealthCare and Capital Nursing Education on Wed., August 24, 2016 for a free webinar about Managing Dementia Patients

Aimee Sharp
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Now that summer is here, may I swim in a pool? If so, will my ostomy bag be affected by chlorine in the water?
CarolAnne
Hi! You may swim in a pool!
 
If your ostomy flange has a waterproof barrier you can go in the pool without any additional products. If your ostomy flange does not have a waterproof barrier...