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It’s The Most Wonderful TIme of the Year… or is it The Most Stressful Time of The Year? Nov 30, 2015 Stories. So here we are again, the beginning of the holiday season. Whatever your beliefs and traditions, or non-beliefs and non-traditions, the fact of the matter is ready or not it is happening! Helen Reddy sure knew of what she sang…. Aug 25, 2015 Stories. We all know the opening line of that infamous anthem celebrating all things female, I AM WOMAN! Baptist Health Making Dreams Come True. Well more th...
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The Beat Goes On! | Baptist Care
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The Beat Goes On! Feb 4, 2015 Stories. Even Sonny and Cher knew this in 1967 when they released “The Beat Goes On” our hearts are truly amazing! You can feel your heart beating away every time you put your hand to your chest, but do you have any idea what’s really going on in there or what keeps your heart ticking as it should? I find they are better together, but that’s just one gal’s opinion. 8220;red flag sign”. Is shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort. Take heed of these warning si...
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Sleepless as a Senior? You are in Good Company! | Baptist Care
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Sleepless as a Senior? You are in Good Company! Mar 20, 2015 Stories. Most physicians consider sleep to be a barometer of a person’s health. Most of us who don’t sleep well are more likely to suffer from depression, attention and memory problems and excessive daytime sleepiness. So how many hours of sleep do older adults truly need you ask? So what’s a tired soul to do? Sometimes it comes back to the basics such as …. Improving daytime habits for better sleep. Exercise releases endorphins that can boost ...
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We are the Family of Care which is Baptist Health System. Baptist Health System is the parent organization for Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Baptist Health System Foundation, The Nurse Connection Staffing, Inc. and Home Connection Companions. These individual operations, each with their own Board of Directors, function under the umbrella of The Baptist Health System. Homeward Bound Transitional Care is our subacute post-hospital rehab unit where you can get well and you can go home!
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Shaping up for Surgery! | Baptist Care
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Shaping up for Surgery! Feb 19, 2015 Stories. Do you have an upcoming Surgery scheduled? It turns out Americans have an average of nine operations during a lifetime. This past Monday on Six on Seniors during the noon news on CBS 6 Albany, Channel 6, Tim Bartos, President and CEO of Baptist Health System, provided some important information on how to get yourself in shape before you check in for that surgical procedure. Get your Blood Sugar Tested. Put on your walking shoes! Be mindful of drug interaction...
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Winter Safety Tips for Seniors! | Baptist Care
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Winter Safety Tips for Seniors! Jan 26, 2015 Stories. If you live in Upstate New York, you know that come this time of year, we are in some for some cold, nasty weather. While die-hard skiers, and husky sled-teams may disagree, snow, ice, wintery mix, etc. can be downright treacherous for many of us! Staying safe and warm outside of your home during cold, winter days can be challenging too, particularly if the senior you are worried about is still driving! Your email address will not be published. On Who...
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Senior Dating – A Few thoughts on getting Back in the Game! | Baptist Care
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Senior Dating – A Few thoughts on getting Back in the Game! Feb 13, 2015 Stories. Valentine’s Day is upon us once again, and if you are over 50 and single, you might be finding the dating world a bit different than when you got started. This past week on Six on Seniors, on CBS 6 Albany, www.cbs6albany.com. Tim Bartos, President and CEO at Baptist Health System www.bapthealth.com. Left us with some interesting thoughts on looking for love later in life. Here is reason number one.because you can! Keep safe...
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Who Wants to Get Old? | Baptist Care
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Who Wants to Get Old? Feb 26, 2014 Stories. Let’s face it, getting older in America these days doesn’t conjure up the most ideal images of “The Golden Years.” What even are the Golden Years? And what are they supposed to be like? 8221; I challenge myself daily. And believe me, there are days it is indeed a challenge). Our resident ambassador dogs here and my BFF’S). OK I digress….but it was about pie, a very important subject. It really can. So can adopting an Attitude of Gratitude. If you put so...Invit...
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