Hot weather is dangerous, and seniors are particularly prone to its threat. Elderly heat stroke and heat exhaustion are a real problem. In fact, a recent University of Chicago Medical Center study found that 40% of heat-related fatalities in the U.S. were among people...
You are at greatest risk for skin breakdown if you move very little or you are in bed or in a chair for a long time, especially if you also have been losing weight. You are prone to have skin breakdown wherever the weight of your body presses into the bed or chair. It...
Batten down the hatches! A hurricane’s a comin’! What does that mean exactly? What are the necessary steps that should be taken for hurricane preparedness? Most things are usually on hand but should be stocked up and easily accessible. If it turns out the...
The brain is an extremely complex organ that controls various body functions. If a stroke occurs and blood flow can’t reach the region that controls a particular body function, that part of the body won’t work as it should. If the stroke occurs toward the...
NOTE: This information is meant to complement the advice of your health care providers, not to replace it. Talk with your doctor if you have any health care concerns. Lots of people particularly adults are battling sleep problems and insomnia on a regular basis....
Many people use oxygen at home for medical reasons such as treating chronic lung disease. Care must be taken when oxygen is used in the home to prevent fires. Oxygen causes flammable materials to ignite more easily and burn rapidly. Fires with oxygen present can...
Most patients do not have their appointments memorized off the top of their head, which can lead to missing crucial check-ins and appointments. With this being said, it is important to have a method to track your ongoing medical appointments. Some people prefer using...
A surprising number of people have little idea about their medications. Yes, they may know that the doctor ordered something for their stomach, or they can tell you that they’re supposed to take the red pill in the morning and the white one at night, but may not...
As we approach yet another holiday season we look forward to visiting family, giving/receiving gifts, and most importantly – FOOD! While it is rare that families are serving healthy options for Thanksgiving or the other holidays celebrated in the States, it falls on...
It’s a common family caregiver dilemma: You have to run errands, but they can be taxing when done with your loved one, who may want or need to come along. Consider shaping your shopping in these ways to lower everybody’s stress: 1. Alternate whose week it...
