Touch On Sehat Home Care

How do I choose the right oxygen equipment for me? You, your health care provider and your oxygen supplier should all work together to choose the oxygen system that is right for you — one that takes into account your lifestyle and activities, as well as the amount of oxygen you need. The goal is to have oxygen equipment that you can and will wear, so you can keep enjoying your usual activities. Some of the factors to consider when choosing your system and equipment are listed below: The amount of oxygen your doctor has prescribed for you (written as liter flow of oxygen per minute, such as 2 liters/min) How often and for how long you leave your house What activities you do while you are out Your size, strength and endurance versus the weight of the equipment The size and layout of your home (for instance, whether your house has two or more stories) Whether you breathe through your nose or your mouth Your dexterity Your personal preferences What type of equipment is availabl...

Palliative Care at Home Serious illnesses require more than just care, they require comfort, too. Palliative care is provided to people living with serious illnesses, to relieve pain and other symptoms and to improve comfort and quality of life. Palliative care consists of symptom treatment, emotional support and spiritual support, which help ease the physical and emotional pain and suffering caused by a serious illness. The Touch on sehat  palliative care program focuses on relieving the patient’s pain and symptoms through medications and integrated therapies that nurture your body as well as your soul. If you are living with a chronic condition or have been diagnosed with a serious illness that has not yet reached an advanced stage, our palliative teams may help you find the comfort you need to carry on with your daily life. The Touch on sehat palliative care services are available to family and caregivers as well. What Is Palliative Care? Palliative care is a special...