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Dehydration occurs when the body uses or loses more fluid than it takes in. Dehydration can affect anyone, including toddlers. Caregivers should be aware of the warning signs of dehydration in toddlers because it can lead to serious health complications. In severe cases, it can even be fatal. Read More
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The amount of glucose circulating in our blood fluctuates throughout the day and night. Food has a major impact on glucose fluctuations and certain commonly eaten foods were found to cause a large glucose spike in most participants. Learn more below about the common foods found to cause large glucose spikes in healthy people. …
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Most toddlers are known to reject most food if they don’t like the way it looks, tastes, or even feels. This causes parents to be worried that their toddler isn’t getting the nutrition that their growing bodies need. In the article below learn about the many different iron rich foods most toddlers love and the…
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A new study showed for the first time that video games, in combination with fitness coaching and a step tracker can help overweight and obese children lose weight, lower their blood pressure and cholesterol, and increase their physical activity. Read More
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The use of computed tomography scans, or CT scans, has increased significantly over the last couple decades. CT scans greatly improve diagnostic capabilities but they deliver high radiation, especially among children, who may receive higher radiation doses. Studies have been linking the connection between CT scans and the risk of developing a brain tumor. …
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A recent study has shown that ACL reconstruction surgeries that occur annually are on the rise, especially in high school and adolescent aged athletes. Researchers believe that fatigue is linked to this large upswing of ACL injuries. When demonstrated, 14 of the 22 athletes who experienced over 20% fatigue showed an increased ACL injury risk….
Since 1985, J&D Ultracare has been providing skilled nursing services to the medically fragile population of the New York Metropolitan area as well as the greater Hudson Valley. We see clients in Rockland, Dutchess, Putnam County, Westchester, Sullivan, Ulster, and Orange Counties.
In addition to delivering highly specialized care to patients, the Agency also provides the training and support needed to keep families intact and as independent as possible in caring for their loved ones.
