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Home care guides for New York families

Practical answers about home care, Medicaid and caring for a parent in New York City — written by our coordinators and reviewed by Anna Klyauzova, MSN, RN.

Urgent Skincare Recall: Acne Treatments Pulled Due to Cancer Risk! Health Alerts and Outbreaks

Urgent Skincare Recall: Acne Treatments Pulled Due to Cancer Risk!

Attention skincare users! Several popular acne treatments, including La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Duo, have been recalled nationwide due to contamination with benzene, a known carcinogen. The FDA’s latest findings…

· 6 min read
Can Seniors Bring Pets to Assisted Living? A Complete Guide Home Safety and Aging in Place

Can Seniors Bring Pets to Assisted Living? A Complete Guide

Pets are incredible sources of emotional support, especially for seniors. According to the CDC, spending time with pets reduces stress, alleviates feelings of loneliness, and even decreases…

· 5 min read
Does Medicaid Cover CBD Oil? Medicaid, CDPAP and Insurance

Does Medicaid Cover CBD Oil?

CBD oil has become a go-to option for those seeking relief from chronic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and more. But one big question lingers for many patients: Does…

· 4 min read

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