medical supplies

How do you take charge of your own medical care without a medical background? Going to the doctors office or hospital can be overwhelming for the average person with conditions requiring complex or ongoing treatments.

Here are a few tools to help you!

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is working to make health care safer through its Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) Program.

By definition, an ostomy is an operation to create an opening from an area inside the body to the outside. Colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy are types of ostomies that either eliminate stool from the intestines or urine from the urinal tract.

With the close of Memorial Day weekend, I hope everyone took time to think of those who have defended, or now defend our freedom, life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We should especially think of those who have died defending our country and these very principals.

When I was a kid, and I’m dating my age here, we used to slather on baby oil and bathe in the sun to get a tan. As I got older, sunscreen use became more common and eventally, I swore off intentional sun to my face and most of my body. I now mostly use tanning lotions with at least SPF 30 to get somewhat of a golden glow (and to prevent blinding other people because I am so fair skinned).

My grandfather, who was a farmer, had several bouts of skin cancer on his face, and now my mother is having more frequent spots of skin cancer removed from her face.

Sure, they may look funny but they are not your everyday pair of scissors!

Here is your guide to medical grade scissors:

Any Denverite that is a Colorado Rockies baseball fan can relate to this little tidbit of information: Whenever I see the words “Folding Walkers” I can hear the announcer at Coors Field Baseball stadium announcing Larry Walker. It goes something like this; LaaarrrRRrryyyyy WaalKKeeerrrrrr! (emphasis on the K in Walker).

So I think you will enjoy our line of FollDinnnnngg WaalKKeeerrrrrrrs and accessories!

Not all incontinence products are created equal, so we have tried to always carry the most economical, yet effective products on the market!

Here is a basic rundown of personal incontinence products:

Adult Diapers with Tapes or Hooks are similar to diapers for infants and provide the best coverage and absorbancy. They have tape or hook fasteners on the sides to provide a more custom fit. These are best for heavier incontinence in a more active person, or for those who are less mobile or bed-ridden.

From Medical Supplies to Uniforms & Apparel, here are our customer favorites!

#10 – Angelic Pet Pins
FOR PET OWNERS – To show your love for your pet.
FOR PET MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS – Wear this pin while assisting beloved pets in their final moments, and then present the pin to the owners to show you care and to show sympathy. Available in dog or cat. Measures 3/4″ x 7/8″.

Is your car your office? If you’re nodding your head, you just might be a home health nurse! Here are top 10 telltale signs that you’re definitely a home health nurse (wink wink).

Top 10 ways you know you’re a home health nurse…

10. You carry a virtual clinic in your work vehicle and could easily respond solo to a small disaster.

9. You’re greeted by patients’ pets and given the “lick of approval” before entering the residence.

8. Duct tape, bug spray, jumper cables and toilet tissue are as much a part of your supplies as your stethoscope.