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Read about all things homecare below, including the latest care industry articles, advice, and company announcements, curated by the Cavendish Homecare Team.
May 4, 2020 New Research
In-Home Breathing Device
The NHS defines COPD as the collective name for a group of lung conditions causing breathing difficulties. The breathing problems tend to worsen overtime. Therefore, limiting normal activities such as cooking, shopping, getting dressed and personal care. However, treatment can help keep the condition under control.
Read moreApril 23, 2020 Homecare Services
Difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Many people around the world are aware of Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia, but sometimes they can be confused as the same disease and many cannot tell the difference. Alzheimer’s Disease is a form of Dementia and accounts for up to 60-80% of the cases. […]
Read moreApril 15, 2020 New Research
Mobile Health Apps – what are the advantages?
Mobile Technology Mobile health apps are slowly becoming the ‘norm’ to provide better healthcare and health facilities at the fingertips of the user. There are a wide range of mobile apps that can benefit a person’s health needs. These range from tracking your sleeping […]
Read moreApril 8, 2020 Homecare Services
Important CQC Announcement
CQC Announcement Cavendish Homecare are proud to announce we have received our latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report. The CQC monitors, inspects and regulates health and social care services. Their reports are then published to the public, helping people choose the correct care. Cavendish […]
Read moreApril 7, 2020 New Research
A blood sugar testing tool could replace the common finger-prick test
Measuring Blood Sugar Levels Measuring blood sugar levels, for many people, means pricking a finger with a needle and using a glucometer to take the reading. Alternatively, a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can be used which involves implanting a thin wire beneath the skin. […]
Read moreFebruary 21, 2020 Alzheimer’s Care
Questions children ask about dementia
A child’s interaction has been proven to have many benefits to people living with dementia. Their energy, engagement and smiling behaviour provide a positive environment with more conversations. However, finding the words to answer all the questions about dementia from your child can be […]
Read moreJanuary 24, 2020 Health and Wellness
Ways to reduce your blood pressure
What is blood pressure? We need a certain amount of pressure to push our blood around our bodies. This is known as blood pressure. ‘Blood pressure is a measure of the force that your heart uses to pump blood around your body.’ NHS Blood […]
Read moreJanuary 6, 2020 Homecare Services
The benefits of working in homecare
Benefits of working in homecare Flexible hours A benefit of home care nursing is flexible hours. If you are not looking for the typical 9-5 then you have the option to work shifts. These shift patterns can work around your lifestyle e.g. if you […]
Read moreNovember 6, 2019 Parkinsons Care
Parkinson’s – what is the future?
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s is a condition where parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years. A person suffering from Parkinson’s is affected by involuntary shaking, slow movement and inflexible muscles. It is estimated that 145,000 people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s […]
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