Four Common Types of Senior Living Options
Nowadays, there are several types of senior living options for the elderly. Each facility offers a different level of daily medical care, which will be one of the main factors to keep into consideration. A second factor that you will also have to consider is your income. The thought [...]
Daily Leisure Activities In Nursing Homes
Keeping the mind and body active is important at any stage of life. As we age, finding ways to do that can become a little more difficult. Our bodies change and we may be unable to take part in sports and other physical activities. Our social circles can shrink [...]
How to Care For Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Diabetes can lead to a large number of other health problems, one of which is diabetic foot ulcers. Elderly people, in particular, who suffer from diabetes are, for instance, many times troubled by foot ulcers. As these sores can result in the amputation of lower limbs, it is crucial [...]
What You Should Know About Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease is one of the leading causes of death in both men and women. This disease affects over 16 million American citizens. Moreover, the American Heart Association has stated that a heart attack occurs every 40 seconds in the country. In this article, we look at what [...]
We Provide Exceptional Subacute Care – Nursing Director
Veronica Jack, Director of Nursing at Haym Salomon Home, has a background in cardiac and critical care, long-term care and education, and has 17 years’ experience in intensive care units. Here she talks about subacute nursing care at Haym Salomon Home for Nursing & Rehabilitation which provides exceptional care [...]
Skin Infections in Adults and Seniors
Skin infections are an unfortunate malady that may accompany aging. Once infections set in, they can be quite painful and difficult to control. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help avoid skin infections in the first place — and encourage them to heal quickly. What are skin [...]
How To Prevent Blood Pressure Changes
Maintaining consistent blood pressure is hugely important for our bodies. As you will see below, high or low blood pressure can have an adverse effect on our health and well being. This is why it is advisable to try and avoid blood pressure fluctuations. The ideal blood pressure is approximately [...]
How To Protect Yourself From Heatstroke
If you would like to protect yourself from heatstroke, you must know the symptoms and ways to avoid this condition. Also referred to as heatstroke, sunstroke is a serious condition that results from overexposure to the sun or heat. Not all heatstroke is a result of the sun. Heatstroke can [...]
Facts About Loss of Strength in the Elderly
A loss of strength and muscle mass (also known as sarcopenia) is one of the main factors that lead to frailty in senior citizens. Although the symptoms usually appear only after the age of 65, the process, as a matter of fact, already starts when we enter our thirties [...]
Sleep Remedies for Older Adults
Does someone in your family suffer from interrupted sleep? Sleep is critical to a person’s health and well-being. If your loved one finds they’re sleeping poorly or not at all, their health and mental wellbeing can take a real hit. Fortunately, there are a few effective sleep remedies out [...]