Caregiving

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In new PBS documentary on caregiving, Bradley Cooper reflects on his final days with his father

High caregiving costs have many Americans claiming their parents as dependents on their tax returns

Caregiver Tax Returns

Caregivers support program from IBX offers help to those caring for people who just left the hospital

Caregiver Support Program

How to negotiate with resistant aging parents? Borrow these tips from the business world

Aging Parent Assistance

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia. What are warning signs of the condition?

Remote work is an underestimated benefit for family caregivers

Caregiving Remote Work

Unpaid caregiving services taking a heavy financial toll on Pennsylvania, report finds

Caregiving Economic Impact

Millennial caretakers at greater risk of stress-related conditions, study finds

BCBS caregiving report

Joint replacement surgery can strengthen a marriage – and a knee

Marriage after total joint replacement

Tips to advocate for hospitalized family members during the COVID-19 crisis

Tips for advocating for a hospitalized loved one during COVID-19

The number of millennials with early-onset Alzheimer's disease is surging, report finds

More Younger Americans Diagnosed with Dementia, Alzheimer's

Caregivers need to focus on their own health too, CDC emphasizes

Caregivers need to focus on their own health too, CDC says

When caring for a sick spouse shakes a marriage to the core

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New Jersey's aid in dying law takes effect Thursday

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How technology could help solve the caregiver shortage for seniors

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South Jersey hospital has more than 100 health care jobs to fill

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Caregiver depression linked to more ER visits for patients with dementia

'Hospital openness' can lead to lower mortality rates and improved patient safety, study finds

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Caregiving doesn't have as many health implications as once thought, study finds

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Philly woman diagnosed with breast cancer while caring for husband battling colon cancer

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States push for caregiver tax credits

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Did your doctor ‘ghost’ you? An employment contract may be to blame

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Are you a caregiver in need of respite? There is help available

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Philly organ donation hub sets two national life-saving records in 2018

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Most caregivers of people with dementia are family members, and they need help

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Prefab hospital rooms infused with smart technology look to reduce falls, infections

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St. Joseph's launches 'autism break room' in basketball arena

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Amazon to offer new line of at-home health care devices and accessories

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At Penn, telemedicine easing challenges of lung transplant patients

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Holding space for pregnancy loss: 3 components for doulas to consider

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Doulas and birth plans: Empowering each birthing woman

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