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Health & Wellness

Signs Your Elderly Parents Might Need a Stairlift at Home

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Lake Oconee Health

Caring for aging parents involves making tough decisions to ensure their safety and comfort. After all, you want the best ...

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Health & Wellness

Harmful Health Effects of Hydrogen Sulfide

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Lake Oconee Health

Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) is a colorless gas known for its pungent smell, often compared to rotten eggs. It naturally occurs ...

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Technology

Why Prototyping Medical Devices Is Crucial for Development

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Lake Oconee Health

Some products have strict regulations and guidelines to ensure their safety and functionality. Learn why prototyping medical devices is crucial for development.

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Health & Wellness

Common Illness Outbreaks in Correctional Facilities

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Lake Oconee Health

Creating healthy environments starts with minimizing infections. Learn about common illness outbreaks in correctional facilities and how to mitigate them.

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Health & Wellness

Postpartum Support: Who To Surround Yourself With

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Lake Oconee Health

Preparing for your postpartum period means gathering the right group of people and support aids. We’re talking about who to surround yourself with.

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Health & Wellness

Fun and Healthy Summer Activities for Seniors

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Lake Oconee Health

Looking for ways to keep yourself or your senior family members active this summer? Get inspired with fun and healthy senior-friendly summer activities.

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Patient Care

5 Things Every Operating Room Should Have

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Lake Oconee Health

Learn the essential items every operating room should be equipped with to ensure safety, efficiency, and optimal patient care for any surgical procedure.

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Health & Wellness

What Are the Health Risks of Untreated Sleep Apnea?

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Lake Oconee Health

Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder affecting millions of adults. Knowing the health risks of untreated sleep apnea will help you make proactive decisions.

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Health & Wellness

Signs You Need To Sue Your Loved One’s Caregiver

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Lake Oconee Health

Sueing your loved one’s caregiver is a difficult challenge to overcome but it might be the most appropriate course of action. Here are the signs.

Health & Wellness

Struggling To Sleep? Here Are Some Potential Reasons Why

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Lake Oconee Health

Does the land of dreams seem forever out of reach? These potential reasons for sleep troubles may explain why you can’t get a good night’s rest.