Quick Guide: Digestive Disorders

You may think you have PMS or frequently use the excuse "some things just don't agree with my system," when you might have a serious problem.

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Nursing Home Rights


Nursing home residents have patient rights and certain protections under the law. The nursing home must list and give all new residents a copy of these rights. Resident rights usually include:

  • Respect: You have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
  • Services and Fees: You must be informed in writing about services and fees before you enter the nursing home.
  • Money: You have the right to manage your own money or to choose someone else you trust to do this for you.
  • Privacy: You have the right to privacy, and to keep and use your personal belongings and property as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights, health, or safety of others.
  • Medical Care: You have the right to be informed about your medical condition, medications, and to see you own doctor. You also have the right to refuse medications and treatments.

Extracted from www.medicare.gov, 1/06/10

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Today's Successful Aging Tip

If you are responsible for the care of an elderly, diabetic family member, make sure you educate yourself about the disease. Attend a diabetes education class with your loved one so you can learn how best you can help them.

Is Cinnamon Good For You? Test Your Nutrition Knowledge!

  • 1. Cinnamon is said to be an excellent source of vitamin K. What does vitamin K benefit?

    • A. Helps blood clots

    • B. Strengthens bones

    • C. Helps digestion

    • D. All of the above

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