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Atherosclerosis (pronounced: a·thuh·row·skluh·row·suhs) is a condition that is not only hard to pronounce but underlies the development of most cardiovascular diseases. Sometimes called arteriosclerosis or “hardening of the arteries,” it occurs when fatty deposits called plaque build up inside the arteries over time. This causes the arteries to narrow and stiffen, restricting blood flow to…
As we age, our risk for many diseases goes up, and heart disease tops the list. Scary news, right? Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women once they reach 65 years old. But all is not lost when we create a healthy lifestyle and access proper medical care, much…
“The main objective of physical activities for elderly is to stay healthy, not to tire themselves.” Being physically active for a person of any age makes them healthy and strong. This fact is also true for the elderly, although there are different considerations as we age due to changes in the body, it still remains…
Yes, you know it, aging is inevitable. And often for most of us, this also brings with it various health issues. Did you know: that approximately 18% of people in the US are 65 years of age or older, and according to the data most are experiencing some kind of health-related issues? And in some…
In the modern lifestyle, usually, we usually don’t have enough time to care for our loved ones properly, especially the elders at home. To ensure their safety, comfort, and well-being without compromising our own schedule, we can take the help of reliable and affordable SaaS Home Care Software solutions. What is SaaS? SaaS stands for…
A healthy, well-balanced diet is crucial to maintain health for healthy aging– especially as we get older. Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” – Hippocrates 400 BC This quote by Hippocrates has never been more relevant in today’s climate. Nutrition in elderly people is one of the keys to maintaining long-lasting…
Your parent or the senior you’re caring for wants to stay in their own home regardless of the risks. Great! As a loving carer I know you want to do whatever you can to help with their dream to stay home… but obviously with a little risk as possible. There are plenty of ways you…
Have you ever seen that some people feel lonely even if they are in a fun fun-filled crowd? The reason is loneliness does not mean that you are alone. It is different from being alone and to be lonely. You can feel loneliness anytime and anywhere whether people are around you or not. Loneliness is…
The term sports is not limited to only young individuals, senior adults have equal rights to enjoy cleats and leisure time hang-ups. Age cannot restrict any individual from stopping physical activities and becoming idle and ready for continuous hospital visits. Have you ever heard the proverb, “A healthy body always carries a healthy mind”? It…
You might now be thinking as your parents are aging: why is it important for us to know what are some things to do with elderly parents. As I will likely know, as they reach an elderly age, your grandparents gradually become less physically active and and often spend a lot of time on their own causing loneliness. …