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Unfortunately, moderate-to-severe pain is a common problem experienced by patients with cancer. Cancer pain is incapacitating and affects patients’ physical and emotional well-being. Although analge…

Unfortunately, moder…

Unfortunately, moderate-to-severe pain is a common problem experienced by patients with cancer. Cancer pain is incapacitating and affects patients’ physical and emotional well-being. Although analgesic drugs can help manage cancer pain, adverse side effects are common, and some analgesic drugs are addictive. Therefore, it’s worth considering non-pharmacologic treatments that may ease cancer pain without negative side effects. However, pain management for cancer patients will likely require pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches. This article covers the following strategies of pain …

Roberta Carson April 13, 2025

Nutrition for Healing: What Patients Need to Know

Do you know the power of nutrition for healing? Proper nutrition is vital for good health. Not only can it help you achieve a healthy weight, but it can also help your body repair tissues, fight off i…

Do you know the powe…

Do you know the power of nutrition for healing? Proper nutrition is vital for good health. Not only can it help you achieve a healthy weight, but it can also help your body repair tissues, fight off infections, reduce inflammation, and build strength. In fact, a varied Diet with adequate nutrients is required for the health and function of all cells. Healthy Eating can help you manage a chronic disease by preventing complications, alleviating symptoms, and in some cases, improving your health. Continue reading Nutrition for Healing: What Patients Need to Know at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson March 30, 2025

Concerns for Hospitalized Children

It’s every parent’s fear – a serious illness or injury that leads to a hospital stay for your child. It’s stressful for any patient to spend time in a hospital, but needless to say, a child’…

It’s every parent�…

It’s every parent’s fear – a serious illness or injury that leads to a hospital stay for your child. It’s stressful for any patient to spend time in a hospital, but needless to say, a child’s hospitalization can be especially traumatic for young patients and their parents. Certainly, you worry about your child’s health and what your child’s future holds. But do you worry about the emotional Stress associated with a hospital stay? Continue reading Concerns for Hospitalized Children at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson March 16, 2025

Supporting a Family Member with Heart Disease

A diagnosis of heart disease brings a series of challenges, including emotional stress and the need to make Lifestyle changes – for patients and their families. Managing medications and developing a…

A diagnosis of heart…

A diagnosis of heart disease brings a series of challenges, including emotional stress and the need to make lifestyle changes – for patients and their families. Managing medications and developing a healthier lifestyle can be a long, difficult process. Supporting a family member with heart disease can make it easier for him/her to manage the various important life changes. Additionally, you can help your loved one keep his/her spirits up by keeping an eye on the bright side of life. Continue reading Supporting a Family Member with Heart Disease at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson March 2, 2025

Caregiving for a Hospice Patient: Practical Tools, Effective Communication, and Stress-Relief Strategies

It’s a very emotional time when a loved one goes into Hospice. Whether the need for hospice has been obvious for a long time, or the need rose suddenly, it can feel overwhelming and sad. Not only is…

It’s a very emotio…

It’s a very emotional time when a loved one goes into hospice. Whether the need for hospice has been obvious for a long time, or the need rose suddenly, it can feel overwhelming and sad. Not only is it hard to see a loved one nearing the end of life, but caregiving for a hospice patient can also be emotionally and physically demanding, especially if your loved one receives hospice care at home. Continue reading Caregiving for a Hospice Patient: Practical Tools, Effective Communication, and Stress-Relief Strategies at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson February 16, 2025

How to Manage Feeding Tubes at Home: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Enteral feeding, also known as tube feeding or gavage, delivers nutrition directly to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Importantly, feeding tubes play a crucial role in the health of patients who cann…

Enteral feeding, als…

Enteral feeding, also known as tube feeding or gavage, delivers nutrition directly to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Importantly, feeding tubes play a crucial role in the health of patients who cannot swallow food, liquids, and/or medications due to various medical conditions, including swallowing problems and/or difficulty absorbing nutrition. Feeding tubes, used for short- or long-term assistance, pump nutrition in liquid form directly into the gastrointestinal tract, providing vital nutrients, hydration, and medications. This post will make it easier for patients and family caregivers to …

Roberta Carson February 2, 2025

Care Homes for Dementia Patients: When Is It the Right Time?

No one wants to ask this question. But here you are, wondering if it’s time to consider moving a loved one with dementia into a care home. If you care for someone with dementia, you have seen the sm…

No one wants to ask …

No one wants to ask this question. But here you are, wondering if it’s time to consider moving a loved one with dementia into a care home. If you care for someone with dementia, you have seen the small things, maybe a word missed here or there, or a cup of tea in the wrong place. Perhaps you have told yourself, “We can handle this.” And for a while, you likely could. But dementia grows, it presses, it rearranges lives. Continue reading Care Homes for Dementia Patients: When Is It the Right Time? at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson January 19, 2025

The Doctor Referral Process: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Hearing that you need a specialist referral can be unsettling. Suddenly, you’re dealing with new doctors and various procedures that can be hard to navigate. This can make you feel anxious about wha…

Hearing that you nee…

Hearing that you need a specialist referral can be unsettling. Suddenly, you’re dealing with new doctors and various procedures that can be hard to navigate. This can make you feel anxious about what happens after you receive a referral. Who will handle your care? How long will it take? Is my insurance going to cover everything? These concerns can add to the stress of managing your health. However, understanding the doctor referral process can remove all this confusion. Continue reading The Doctor Referral Process: What to Expect and How to Prepare at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson January 5, 2025

Hospice Care for Dementia Patients – Everything You Need to Know

Dementia is a destructive illness that affects millions of people around the world. It can be very challenging and complex for those with dementia and their loved ones. Hospice care for dementia patie…

Dementia is a destru…

Dementia is a destructive illness that affects millions of people around the world. It can be very challenging and complex for those with dementia and their loved ones. Hospice care for dementia patients can address the needs of patients and their families, making this difficult time a bit easier for everyone. Read below to learn more about hospice care for dementia patients: what it is, when it’s time to consider hospice, the benefits of in-home hospice care for dementia patients, and more. Continue reading Hospice Care for Dementia Patients – Everything You Need to Know at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson December 8, 2024

Home Infusion Therapy Risks and Rewards

Did you know that some patients can get their IV medications at home? Or are you already getting IV infusions at home? Certainly, home-based IV infusions are considerably more convenient than going to…

Did you know that so…

Did you know that some patients can get their IV medications at home? Or are you already getting IV infusions at home? Certainly, home-based IV infusions are considerably more convenient than going to a hospital or clinic. But do you know the home infusion Therapy risks and rewards? How can you reduce your risk of harm? Should you consider receiving treatments through infusions at home? What is home infusion therapy? When you undergo infusion therapy, you receive drugs or biologicals (a therapeutic substance derived from biological sources) through a needle or catheter inserted into your arm o…

Roberta Carson November 24, 2024

How Can You Get Hospital Care at Home?

No one likes the idea of staying in the hospital. It can feel scary and lonely. Plus, you face exposure to germs and a lack of privacy. Fortunately, some patients can now get hospital care at home thr…

No one likes the ide…

No one likes the idea of staying in the hospital. It can feel scary and lonely. Plus, you face exposure to germs and a lack of privacy. Fortunately, some patients can now get hospital care at home through hospital at home programs. Before we dive into getting hospital-level care at home, it’s important to understand the different kinds of medical care you can get at home. Basically, there are four kinds of medical care you can receive at home:Home health services for which a healthcare professional comes to your home to help you manage a chronic illness or injury.Continue reading How Can…

Roberta Carson November 10, 2024

Can You Get Your Medical Care at Home?

Wouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to Travel to a doctor’s office for medical care? What if you could recover from an illness or injury at home instead of staying in a hospital? Interesting…

Wouldn’t it be gre…

Wouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to travel to a doctor’s office for medical care? What if you could recover from an illness or injury at home instead of staying in a hospital? Interestingly, in some cases, you can receive a wide range of medical care services at home. Home health care is usually less expensive, more convenient, and can be just as effective as care you get in a hospital or skilled Nursing facility. Continue reading Can You Get Your Medical Care at Home? at ZaggoCare.

Roberta Carson October 27, 2024

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