Caring for the caregiver a guide to support and self care
Elaine T Jurkowski outlines the growing role of unpaid caregivers in the United States detailing 30 million families aiding adults over 50 and an expected doubling of caregivers in 25 years. The Caregiver Literacy Series from SIUC and Caring Counseling Ministries offers 10 topics and CDs to help caregivers manage mood, grief, Alzheimer's care, compassion fatigue, and end of life issues.
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Aarp Foundation
School of Social Work
Siuc
Caring Counseling Ministries
Marion
Scrub Your Portable Water Bottle Daily For Health
Advice from Dr. Georges Benjamin on daily cleaning of reusable bottles to prevent bacterial growth. Use hot soapy water, brush hard-to-reach areas, clean lids and straws, air dry, and avoid dishwasher if not labeled. Consider materials and replace polycarbonate bottles with stainless steel or glass.
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Georges Benjamin
Washington
Benjamin
Consumer Reports
Joint project aids caregivers with 10 therapy topics CDs
The School of Social Work at SIUC teams with Caring Counseling Ministries in Marion to offer a series of ten easy listening CDs for caregivers covering specific care topics. For details contact Elaine Jurkowski at 618-453-1200 or etjurkow siu.edu or Caring Counseling Ministries at 618-997-2129.
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School of Social Work
Siuc
Caring Counseling Ministries
Marion
Elaine Jurkowski
Etjurkow
Siu
Pringles ingredients and chip sodium quiz results
The quiz asks which additive is in Pringles and compares sodium per ounce among Fritos, Ruffles, and Genisoy. Answers: 1) carnauba wax, 2) Genisoy Soy Crisps at 270 mg sodium, 3) goat flareup incorrect, and notes Vanderbilt University context.
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Healthcastle.com
Vicki
Expand your kids' diets expand your kids' diets if your kids seem permanently picky
Expand your kids diet by introducing new foods without pressuring. Serve small portions, stay calm, and be patient as children may touch smell or spit out new foods. Try tasting together offer fun pairings and respect evolving tastes while seeking new favorites.
Small exercise boosts heart health per new study
A Circulation study confirms 150 minutes weekly of moderate activity lowers coronary disease risk by about 14 percent versus inactive. Guidelines from USDA and HHS urge 30 minutes daily activity. Tips include walking with a buddy, keeping shoes at work, and family evening walks. Obesity in children raises future health risks. Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah notes rising concerns.
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Circulation
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American Heart Association
Department of Agriculture
Department of Health and Human Services
U.S
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