“Henry’s Stroke Recovery Strategy” Now Featured on YouTube

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“Henry’s Stroke Recovery Strategy” Now Featured on YouTube

Hard to believe it’s been two years since I suffered my stroke.  Even harder to take in that I’m still here and doing better than prior to my stroke incident! If you’d like to see how I’ve been fortunate enough to accomplish the feat, watch my new YouTube video at: To all of my readers […]

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It’s Important To Know Who Owns The Hospital In Your Area

It’s funny, but before I suffered my stroke two years ago, I never gave any thought to the owner of the hospital located closest to where I lived at that time.  I remember when the hospital in every neighborhood treated you like a neighbor.  A patient was provided with the proper care needed, their insurance billed, […]

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Lisa’s Turn: Before Major Surgery, Think After-Care Through

I was surprised to discover a physician advising a new client this week, who is preparing for major surgery, not to be “prematurely concerned with her after-care once released from the hospital.”  His words left me astounded.  Isn’t it better to plan for the worst and hope for the best instead of the other way around?  […]

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New Resource for Readers: NeedyMeds For Help With Medicines

Recently SOUL SHERPA® learned about an outreach program for those in need of help with the cost of their medicines.  Everyone knows even with insurance coverage, the price of many prescriptions can mean the difference between taking your medicine and getting by with one less meal a day. NeedyMeds, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1997 […]

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Lisa’s Turn: Want Real Healthcare Reform? Look In The Mirror!

So this is what it’s come to, and SOUL SHERPA® is sick over it.  We’re one day away from open enrollment for those in need of decent medical insurance coverage.  (That this required legislation is a pathetic commentary on our society.)  The government is on the verge of a shutdown because of cynical politics being played at our expense. […]

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Let’s Hear It For Football Season! Just Stop the Targeting!

Okay everyone, I’m back.  My feet aren’t wrinkled anymore and Lisa’s not worried.  My internist prescribed a mild water pill (diuretic) for me.  Those dress shoes I couldn’t slip my feet into now fit like a glove, and all is well in my world.  Especially now that football season is underway, everything’s looking up. Imagine, […]

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Lisa’s Turn: Henry’s Feet Appear Wrinkled. Will I Sleep Tonight?

While getting ready for bed a few hours ago, Henry walked into my home office in his bare feet.  Strange.  Usually he’s plodding around the house in his worn plaid slippers his deceased wife, Sylvia, gave him decades ago.  His two big toes have worn through the slippers, yet he refuses to part with them. “Lisa, remember to […]

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Be Proactive Before Antibiotics Make You Sick to Your Stomach

Lisa heard a story recently about a usually healthy, active senior who was prescribed the antibiotic, Flagyl.  It was needed to treat an anaerobic infection (meaning an internal infection in a part of the body not exposed to air.)  The infection, known as C. diff (Clostridium difficile,) presents itself in the intestines.  This person’s infection was acquired while being hospitalized for another […]

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Lamar Odom, Here’s My 101 Year-Old Advice for You

I’m a big sports fan, Lamar.  Anyone who reads my blog knows it.  Football, basketball, baseball.  That’s just the beginning.  Add golf, bowling, horseshoes.  You get the idea.  I used to follow you in the sports page.  Now I hear you’re in the gossip section.  I don’t like it one bit.  I want you to get back where […]

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Air Circulation Mattress for Long Senior Hospitalizations Crucial

When I was hospitalized in November 2011 for my moderate stroke, I was flat on my back for several days before any physical rehabilitation exercises began.  After my third day as a patient, Lisa requested my standard hospital mattress be changed to one that constantly circulated air beneath me to relieve any pressure buildup.  She […]

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