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May is National Stroke Awareness Month. In observance of this month, we at CarePro & Kelly’s wanted to walk you through the warning signs of a stroke. Being prepared can help you take quick action if a friend or loved one begins to exhibit signs or symptoms. According to the CDC, “Strokes kill nearly 150,000 of the 860,000 Americans who die of cardiovascular disease each year—that’s 1 in every 19...

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It’s the time of the year that we’ve all been waiting for, when the days get longer, the weather warms up and our attitudes get a little more positive – springtime. While we look forward to this time every year, you may be looking for some new ideas to keep you busy this spring – that's where we come in. Take a look at these fun ideas that allow you to get out of the house and enjoy some fresh...

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Spring cleaning isn’t only for your home, but for your CPAP too! There’s nothing more refreshing than giving your CPAP a good deep clean after a long winter of cold and sickness. While some pieces of equipment are cleaned or wiped down weekly or monthly, it’s good to give them a good deep cleaning every 6-12 months, making spring cleaning the perfect time to do so. Take a look at our checklist for each item...

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CarePro prides ourselves on helping anyone find a solution to aid in better mobility while remaining comfortable and stylish. Power lift chairs fall into this category. If you are on the hunt for a power lift chair, here are our tips on how to pick the perfect one. 

Define what you are looking for

What type of lift chair are you looking...

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It’s Sleep Awareness Week and we wanted to share some insight on how to better your sleeping habits! If you are tossing and turning each night, or maybe you just want to learn how to be a better sleeper regardless, we’re here to help. Keep on reading to see our top five steps to get a better sleep each night. 

Set a Schedule & Stick to It  

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February is American Heart Month, and we think it’s the perfect time to discuss heart health and provide you with five tips to help improve your heart health. As we age, we are at a greater risk of heart attacks and strokes since aging can cause changes in the heart and blood vessels. Below are five tips that can help you in lowering the risk of certain heart-related diseases. 

1. Increase Physical Activity 
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For individuals who have heart disease, anemia, asthma or COPD, using a pulse oximeter to measure their blood oxygen levels is a vital part of their health. Your blood oxygen level is a measure of how much oxygen your red blood cells are carrying. Maintaining a balance of oxygen-saturated blood is very important to your health. Whether you’re a new user or a veteran of this device, you may not know what the device...

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With winter upon us, simple daily tasks such as walking to your car or going to get groceries can start to become more dangerous. However, there are a few things you can do to make winter a safer time of year. If you are interested in learning ways to stay safe all winter long, continue reading.  

Bundle Up 

Although...

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With the new year upon us, it is time to make new year's resolutions. Many people’s resolution is to start living a healthier life. However, this can be a challenge for some people as they might not know where to start or what to do. Continue reading to find out some tips that you can take with you to start your new year off on the right foot.  

1. Take Breaks to Reduce...

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Compression garments benefit a wide range of people. They can help improve blood and fluid flow in patients living with diabetes, lymphedema, and chronic venous disease. They can also relieve swelling in the legs and feet for pregnant women and people who spend their day working on their feet. Another bonus is they are great for keeping blood flowing and swelling down during...

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