Senior Health
CPR & Comfort Care: Which is Best for Your Elderly Loved One?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly known as CPR, is a classic element of first aid. This method combines rescue breathing, chest compressions, and oftentimes electric shock delivered using a defibrillator. The aim of CPR is to start a heart that has stopped beating and to restore breathing (which in turn allows oxygen to reach the brain). CPR […]
Working Around Your Workout: How to Get Fit Despite a Disability
If you are facing a disability, you may find that staying healthy is a challenge. However, just because you are disabled, whether temporarily or permanently, does not mean that you cannot stay healthy and fit. You may have to be a little more creative, but there are many ways you can stay fit and healthy […]
Five Ways to Make Mobility Easier in Old Age
As people age, it becomes increasingly difficult to get around. This can make completing even the smallest of tasks a hassle. Fortunately, there are some ways that senior citizens can go about making mobility easier in their old age. 1. Hire a Senior Service In most cases, having somebody that can actually visit the elderly […]
Five Things You Should Try for a Healthier Old Age
When people first begin to experience real difficulties due to advancing age, they must begin to weigh their options and make some changes in order to ensure that they are still getting the most out of their lives. Difficulties that commonly make people change their attitude towards the aging process may include experiencing an injury […]
Geriatrics at the Gym: Why Older People Need Regular Exercise Too
Giving health and exercise recommendations to older people can be a tricky task because, unlike other age groups, they tend to have massive differences in general health levels and physical ability. Some older people can run marathons, whilst others struggle to get out of bed in the morning. Yet no matter your level of health […]