UNDERSTANDING COMMON SYMPTOMS Bowel movements at the end of life can be difficult. People become constipated because they eat, drink and move less. Medicines can also affect the bowels, leading to constipation or diarrhea. Your team will ask about bowel movements at every visit. Please be honest, even if talking about it feels embarrassing. Constipation …
UNDERSTANDING COMMON SYMPTOMS Trouble breathing is the feeling or sound of not getting enough air. It includes fast, slow, or unusual breathing. People describe feeling like it’s hard to “catch” their breath or having tightness or weight in their chest. They can also feel scared or restless. Trouble breathing can be caused by disease (like …
Anxiety is a feeling of intense nervousness or unease. It can arise when we think about bad things that could happen, when the mind stays on negative thoughts or things that could go wrong, or without any known reason. For hospice patients, anxiety is common and normal. Anxiety impacts the mind, the body and sometimes …
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Our skilled home health service can improve quality of life for people like Barbara. Our home health team provides patients and family members with support in the comfort of their home. The team offers the information and tools necessary so that each individual feels confident and well equipped to follow care regimens safely and effectively, …
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Ms. Hui Yin learned about the benefits of hospice care through a neighbor. Our bilingual, all-Chinese, multidisciplinary team was created to alleviate barriers and provide culturally sensitive care to Chinese patients in their homes, care facilities and hospitals. Ms. Hui Yin’s warm smile and bright eyes make those around her feel welcome. She and …
BTBH Provider Relations Manager Eda Anguiano filled the room with excitement during a special guest presentation on March 11 to students at Novato Adult School attending a 12-week program to “Become a Home Care Aide.” Students enrolled in the program had the opportunity to learn all about By the Bay Health’s work during a lively …
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