Startling new evidence from The American Heart Association shows that even as little as 15 minutes is crucial when someone is suffering from a stroke. In fact, for every 15-minute delay in receiving a tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), as much as a full month of healthy, disability-free life is lost. According to lead author of […]
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Of the many things we’d hope to see if we could look into the future, Alzheimer’s disease is definitely not one of them. However, if you could know in advance that Alzheimer’s was imminent, would you want to find out in order to prepare yourself and your loved ones? A new blood test that predicts
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In our last blog, we highlighted some common reasons for increased inactivity in the elderly, along with some solutions to combat those excuses. Incorporating activity into a senior’s daily routine is the best way to ensure that staying active becomes a habit. It can begin simply by getting up and down out of a chair
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Making regular exercise an ongoing part of a senior’s life is challenging at best. There are a plethora of reasons that make it hard to stay active later in life. Below are some of the most common excuses for inactivity, and suggestions to help eliminate them: Self-efficacy: Begin slowly with exercises that are easily accomplished
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For the elderly, maximizing strength, balance and flexibility can mean the difference between independence and the need to rely on others for basic needs. With a physician’s approval, the following three exercises can be easily incorporated into a senior’s daily routine to improve his or her physical health: Hip Flexion, strengthens thigh and hip muscles
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We hear all the time about the benefits of exercise, but it’s not as well known that exercise can be of great benefit specifically to those with Alzheimer’s in preventing muscle weakness and other issues related to inactivity. As with anyone interested in beginning an exercise program, a physician should first be consulted. Then, try
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For those with limited mobility or who are bed- or wheelchair-bound, the battle against pressure sores can seem endless. The best level of defense against pressure sores is prevention. Try some of these tips to help protect your loved one’s vulnerable skin from these dangerous sores: Frequent Position Changes Hourly if wheelchair-bound, every two hours
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Although not as commonly discussed as other effects of aging, skin care issues in the elderly can cause great discomfort, particularly dryness and bruising. There are, however, some simple steps you can take to relieve and prevent these concerns from getting under the skin of your elderly loved ones. Dryness According to Medscape, the vast
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Living with heart disease greatly increases a person's risk of having a heart attack. Because of this, it's vital for heart disease patients and their caregivers to be able to recognize the warning signs of a heart attack in order to receive immediate, life-saving medical attention. A heart attack can come on suddenly, but most
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A heart attack is a frightening and life-altering event for a person and his or her family. Not only is the person physically vulnerable, but specific lifestyle changes must be made to improve health and prevent another attack. Caring for an elderly family member who is recuperating from a heart attack can be very stressful
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