Screening patients for incontinence is important in the home healthcare setting to prevent falls and incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD), in addition to improving each patient’s quality of life.

By Ellie Krieger Special to The Washington Post | Greensboro.com If you are suffering from seasonal scaliness, you’re not alone. Dry skin is a common side effect of winter. As temperatures plunge, so does the humidity in the air, creating an environment that essentially sucks the moisture out of our body’s protective outer layer, resulting… Continue reading Fight Dry Winter Skin with These Three Nutrition Tips

Ulcers are a common complication affecting people living with diabetes. Learn what causes diabetic ulcers and how to manage them.

St. Luke Health Services Wound Care Team Adds To Certifications and Clinical Expertise – Originally published by Oswego County Today OSWEGO – Nurses on the Wound Care and Healing Team at St. Luke Health Services continue to add to their certifications and expertise in the treatment of complex and hard to heal wounds that can… Continue reading St. Luke Health Services Wound Care Team Adds To Certifications and Clinical Expertise

Whether you are new to catheterizing or experienced with catheters, you may experience some common catheter problems. Learn how to resolve these issues.

Elevated Risk of Osteoporosis, Osteopenia in Adults With Atopic Dermatitis – By Sheila Jacobs for Dermatology Advisor Atopic dermatitis has been shown to be associated with osteoporosis and osteopenia among older adults, due most likely to such factors as corticosteroid use, less physical activity, and chronic inflammation, according to the results of an analysis published in the Journal… Continue reading Elevated Risk of Osteoporosis, Osteopenia in Adults With Atopic Dermatitis

While biofilm may not be at the top of healthcare professional's list when they start wondering why a wound may not be healing – it should be.

Managing and dealing with urine incontinence is not an easy job. Luckily there are easy ways to reduce urine odor. What you can do...

Learn when to seek medical help for minor scrapes and burns, especially for more vulnerable individuals such as seniors, or those with chronic illnesses.