Is sex the only way one can get HPV? Research form the Department of GU Medicine, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, England found HPV DNA under the finger tips of men and women with the HPV virus. The research suggested the possibility of transmission by finger-genital contact. There is evidence for vertical transmission from at least 30% HPV positive mothers to their infants, resulting in persistent infection in children. Vertical transmission of the HPV virus can exist from mothers to their infants. It is well recognized that high-risk HPV is spread by sexual activity, but the possibility of non-sexual transmission still remains controversial.    « less

Early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease: ability to live alone and drive a vehicle. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease usually means that your loved one is going to have to cease driving and require assistance with daily tasks. When exactly this should occur depends on the individual. Assessment of the individuals driving abilities and their in home safety level is the first step. To what extent an individual can continue to drive can be ascertained with a clinical and driving evaluation. There is evidence that some individuals in the early stages of the disease are able to drive safely even though they get lost, there is also countering evidence showing those in early stages of the disease are involved in crashes. A safe environment can help prevent injuries, and it can help the person with dementia feel relaxed and less overwhelmed. To enhance safety in the home, assess the environment for hazards. Try to see the world through the eyes of a person who has Alzheimer’s and adapt the environment to her or her needs. The Alzheimer’s Association will be especially valuable resource for assistance. For a free evaluation of your loved one’s homecare needs please call us at HomeCare Connection and Hospice Services Inc at 1-866-200-5576    « less

Please contact your physician and inform them that you are unable to take oral medications and why are you unable to do so. Also, inform them that your quality of life is being affected and you would like to know what options are available to you.    « less

Carlsbad has many wonderful medical facilities and companies. There are several different options for you and your son in Carlsbad. My first recommendation would be Home Health Services, which we at the Home Care Connection and Hospice offer. We can provide skilled nursing, certified nursing assistants and Physical, Occupational, and Lymphedema Therapy. The support depends on his medical conditions and the funding, (Medicare, Medicaid, or Insurance) he has. As well as the New Mexico Coalition for the Blind provides education and home setup for legally blind individuals. Also, if he is under Medicaid there is funding for private caregivers, skilled nursing and therapy services through a program called Private Care Option which we also provide. We would be happy to talk more with you about your son’s care and what Carlsbad has to offer, you can contact us at 1-866-200-5576.    « less

We strive for our patients to have the same nurses and aides. However, there are occasions beyond our control, where another nurse or aide must do the home visit. These are rare occasions and we try to keep the same 2 nurses and aides.    « less

We offer private duty staff if you need more hours than Medicare allows, however we do not offer 24 hour care. We do have a PCO program if she has a full Medicaid benefits. Our PCO program pays a provider to stay in the home to take care of her, the allowed hours are based on need and income, all are determined by Medicaid. You can contact our office for further information on PCO and our private duty staff if this interests you. (55-887-6050) Thank you for your question.    « less

We do have patients who go out of town for treatment. Doctor's appointments are acceptable when you are receiving home health services.

Our Occupational Therapist sees patients of all ages, howerver our patients need to be homebound in order to receive home health services. In order for our Occupational Therapist to see patients there has to be another discipline involved, example nursing or Physical Therapy or Speech Therapy. Thank you for your question!    « less

Our Home health services are for people who have acute health problems and are going to recover from their illness. Our hospice program is intended for people who have a terminal illness, our attention is focused on palliative care, keeping the patient comfortable and free from pain during the last days of their life. We are also there to guide the family members through this difficult time in their life.    « less

At Home Care Connection and Hospice we provide services to people who are unable to leave their home. In your case we would send a nurse to your home as often as your physician tells us to. We will monitor your vitals (including blood pressure), do a full nursing assessment and report any changes in your condition to your physician. We are basically your physicians eyes so you do not have to go into your physicians office on a daily basis.    « less