Bedsores—also called pressure sores—are injuries to skin and tissue due to prolonged pressure on the skin. Those most prone to them are frail, elderly people who cannot easily turn themselves in bed. If not treated properly, pressure ulcers can cause infection and inflammation. So, do your best to prevent any complications. Appropriate nursing care can [...]
Whether the result of surgery or an accident, infected wounds need prompt treatment. Left alone they can fester and become painful or even gangrenous. Infections occur when germs spread within the damaged skin of a wound. People with severe or persistent infections will need professional wound care. What Happens If A Wound Gets Infected? With [...]
If you are looking after an elderly loved one, at what point should you consider a nursing home?This is a question many people ask and understanding some key signs can help you decide what to do.If you reach a point where you can't meet your loved one's needs, you should consider a nursing home. Here [...]
As people get older, you will find that the chances of having a heart attack increases, and that heart attack signs can be difficult to pinpoint. Some signs are so mild that the person experiencing them might not even realize what is happening. This can be extremely dangerous. Be aware of the silent signs!Knowing what [...]
Did you ever wonder why you feel so tired and lethargic after surgery? A common misconception is that this is a result of being anesthetized. Surely being artificially put to sleep drains your system and causes tiredness? Surprisingly no – extreme fatigue after surgery is the result of other factors including:- Sleep deficit and pre-surgery [...]
Cleaning and disinfecting have always been important in medical settings for the safety of patients and staff. However, now in the wake of COVID-19, they have become paramount for the protection of all residents and staff. To this end, Haym Salomon Home is taking extra safety measures to prevent the spread of the virus, [...]
There’s always been a lot of talk of dementia long-term care facilities in the news, and rightfully so. These critical facilities play a very important role in the lives of individuals living with dementia, particularly when their families are no longer able to successfully care for their loved one on their own.When it comes to maintaining [...]
Have you heard of pneumonia dangers? Adults who suffer from pneumonia must be aware of how serious this condition could get. Therefore, it is crucial to do everything possible to stay away from its triggers and avoid them. It is a serious lung infection, and is one of the biggest killers of the frail and [...]
It is obvious that managing infections can be really hard, but why and what makes them that difficult? Examples of infections include the common cold, polio, influenza, and of course COVID-19. It is vital that during these uncertain times, people understand how to manage infections, and the difficulties that arise. It is not a [...]
Rheumatoid arthritis is not uncommon in elderly people but it’s possible to slow its progress or reverse it. A chronic disease, rheumatoid arthritis can cause joint and muscle pains which come and go in an unpredictable way. One day you can feel fine and the next you can feel severe pain in your joints or [...]
