According to Center for Disease and Prevention (CDC), the flu predisposes bacterial pneumonia. Furthermore, the pandemic flu outbreak during the 20th century was so severe due to its association with acquired pneumonia. This made people very sick and caused death among several. Do you know if you are at risk of getting pneumonia or the flu?

Pneumonia can lead to serious lungs, blood, and brain infection. It is the cause of death among thousands every year. You are more likely at risk if:
●You are 2 years old or younger; 65 years old or older
●Lung Disease or other chronic illnesses
●Hospitalized patients, especially if you are on ventilator

Flu an cause serious problems for anyone. It can lead to more serious problems, most commonly,pneumonia. According to CDC, more than 12,000 died last year from complications related to the flu. You are more likely at risk if:
●You are less than 5 years old or 65 or older
●Pregnant Women
●Chronic Illnesses
●Weakened Immune System
●Obese (BMI 30 or greater)

Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider today about pneumonia and flu vaccination.
You can also call and speak with a private nurse for more information and prevention.
Become more proactive about your health, call us now at 310-482-9255. Please visit our website at www.restassurednursing.com to learn more about other services we provide.

Getting screened for heart disease is the first step you can take to manage your health. Everyone should be screened, even if you're healthy. As a former critical care nurse, I've taken care of many healthy patients that was diagnosed with some kind of heart related problems. Early detection is the key to preventing heart disease.

WHERE CAN YOU GET TESTED?

-Urgent Care and Pharmacy Clinics

-Your Physician

-Rest Assured Nursing Services offer blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, obesity, and family health history screenings at your convenience, either in your place of your home or work. Our private nurses will have your screening results in 15 minutes.

WHAT TESTS SHOULD YOU GET?

-Blood Pressure
-Glucose
-Cholesterol

Review your results with your physician. If your test show any abnormal results, you may need more advance testing.

Mention this post by April 30,2010 to receive 10%off your health screening. Call us now at 310-482-9255 to schedule a health screening at your home or work by a private nurse. Please visit our website at www.restassurednursing.com to learn more about other services.

Most injuries that occur at home can be prevented by making sure your home is safe proof. Here's a few tips that we assess in the home during our assessment.

- Make sure there is adequate lighting in driveway, walkways, and all doors
- Walkways should be smooth and level with no cracks or gaps
- All steps should have a sturdy, easy to grasp rails on both sides
- Remove all throw rugs
- Make sure stairway and hallway have illuminated light switches
- Use night lights
- If necessary, have an anti-scald device installed to prevent water burns
- Install a grab bar in the tub and/or shower
- Apply a non-skid mat in shower and/ or shower
- Make sure smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and working
- Keep a fire extinguisher in your home

Mention this post for a complete, complimentary home safety evaluation.
Call us now at 310-482-9255 to schedule a private nurse visit or view our website at www.restassurednursing.com to learn more about our services.