Special Topics

Special Topics

Home Health and hospice log posts with special topics that don’t really have a  standard category to fit into.

Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Stages, Treatment Options, and Family Support

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, yet it is also one of the most preventable and treatable when detected early. Education, screening, and strong family support can significantly improve both outcomes and quality of life. This guide explains colorectal cancer symptoms, risk factors, staging, treatment options, and how families [...]

  • black history

Celebrating Black History Month & Hospice Care

Hospice care and Black History in the United States share a compelling story of compassion and social justice. Hospice is an approach to healthcare that focuses on giving the best quality of life possible to those struggling with terminal illnesses. Pain management, symptom management, emotional support and spiritual support are provided for the individual and [...]

  • National Women Physicians Day

Remembering 3 Pioneering Female Physicians

Elizabeth Blackwell photo courtesy of The Archives and Special Collections of the Health Sciences Library, SUNY Upstate Medical University. National Women Physicians Day celebrates the accomplishments of women in the medical field. This day recognizes female physicians and the numerous contributions they have made throughout history. It was established to honor Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, [...]

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