Richard BitnerPreventing Heat Stress & Heat Stroke in Seniors
For many people, summer is the year’s most enjoyable season. But for seniors, the extreme temperatures of July and August can represent a serious health concern. At Visiting Angels, our elderly care providers take extra care every summer to protect seniors against the dangers of heat stress and heat stroke, both of which can be especially dangerous for seniors, so we know how crucial protecting seniors against the heat can be. Preventing Heat Stress & Heat Stroke in Seniors There are many reasons why heat stroke is a particular concern among the elderly. Unlike younger adults, seniors’ bodies have trouble regulating
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Guest BloggerSummer Safety Tips For Seniors
With the weather getting warmer every day, there’s no doubt that summer is fast approaching. The summer can be a great time for relaxing with family and enjoying the nice weather. But it can also be dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Summer Safety Tips For Seniors Your body works hard every day to maintain a normal temperature. Excessive heat forces your body to work harder than normal, which often is the root cause of heat-related illness. Essentially the heat forces your body to work beyond its limits. For senior citizens, this can be a dangerous – and even
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Kimberly JohnsonHow do you spot Elder Abuse in Assisted Care?
Assisted Care, Not Insisted Care: Where Do You Draw the Line When It Comes to Proper Care? Elder abuse has become an unfortunate reality for our aging population. News stories of seniors becoming the victims of abuse or neglect are all too common these days. According to a recent study conducted by the Nursing Home Abuse Center, it is estimated that between one and two million Americans, age 65 and older have been mistreated, exploited or injured by a caregiver. Unfortunately, seniors become targets of abuse because they may not have a real voice or understand what is happening around
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Andrew VertsonSigns of Dehydration
We are in the heat of summer and it's important that understand the basics about keeping your body healthy with fluids so you can prevent dehydration. If you are exercising, spending time in the sun, or are under the weather, you can more easily become dehydrated. Once dehydration starts your body begins to shut down, except for vital functions. Luckily the body gives us symptoms to prevent dehydration from happening. Signs of Dehydration The body will react to the need for water by giving of signs that you should recognize. The initial signs and symptoms of mild dehydration,
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