Good Deeds in the Time of Coronavirus Ever since the novel coronavirus first emerged in Wuhan, China late last year, life in the United States and around the world has changed dramatically and in ways, few ever thought possible. With millions sickened and tens-of-thousands dead across the globe, healthcare systems overburdened to the point of … Continue reading “Good Deeds in the Time of Coronavirus”
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Helping the Elderly
Helping the Elderly The social distancing and stay-in-place orders to prevent further spreading of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have made it more difficult for seniors to gather with friends and receive visits from family members. Health officials say adults 60 years old and older who have underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and … Continue reading “Helping the Elderly”
Good Deeds-Pitching in to help make masks
Good Deeds-Pitching in to help make masks Businesses and individuals are redirecting their efforts to provide medical professionals and first responders with the personal protective equipment (PPE) needed to fight the coronavirus pandemic. As the number of coronavirus disease, 2019 (COVID-19) cases swelled into the hundreds of thousands, a shortage of face masks, face shields, … Continue reading “Good Deeds-Pitching in to help make masks”
Health Precautions for Older Adults Against COVID-19
Health Precautions for Older Adults Against COVID-19 As the coronavirus continues to spread, public health officials warn that adults 60 and over and those with underlying conditions remain the most vulnerable to the disease, even though it infects people of all ages. Since coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mainly spreads through close contact with people, older … Continue reading “Health Precautions for Older Adults Against COVID-19”
Caregiving During Coronavirus
Caregiving During Coronavirus The coronavirus pandemic has made it difficult for caregivers to provide in-home care to older adults who are at a higher risk of contracting the disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises adults over 65, especially those with underlying health conditions, to stay away from crowds and keep a … Continue reading “Caregiving During Coronavirus”
Dementia or Alzheimer’s During COVID-19
Dementia or Alzheimer’s During COVID-19 With the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic continuing to disrupt lives around the globe, caretakers must use extra precautions when caring for people with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Since coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-2019) has upset daily schedules, caregivers have the daunting task of explaining to those with a dementia-related illness why they … Continue reading “Dementia or Alzheimer’s During COVID-19”
Robotic Devices for Seniors
Robotic Devices for Seniors Some nursing home residents in Japan are enjoying a different type of animal therapy. The animals look as if they are real, but they are actually advanced interactive robots. PARO, for instance, looks like a real baby harp seal. When a resident strokes PARO, the soft, furry robot moves its head … Continue reading “Robotic Devices for Seniors”
Tech Trends in Senior Care
Tech Trends in Senior Care When most people think of senior care, they tend to imagine sedate retirement homes that offer institutional meals along with the occasional opportunity to participate in bingo, arts and crafts, and other “age-appropriate” social events. But that picture is becoming outdated, thanks to recent technological trends and advances that are … Continue reading “Tech Trends in Senior Care”
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-Related Macular Degeneration A new study found that older adults with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who kept their scheduled eye doctor appointments over two years had better visual outcomes than those who missed just one appointment. Keeping appointments with an ophthalmologist plays an important role for AMD patients, according to the University of Pennsylvania School … Continue reading “Age-Related Macular Degeneration”
Worried You Can’t Afford Health Care? You are not alone
Worried You Can’t Afford Health Care? You are not alone A large number of adults in their 50s and 60s plan to put off retirement or are thinking about delaying it, to keep their employer’s health insurance, according to a national survey. Nearly half (45 percent) of participants in the National Poll on Healthy Aging … Continue reading “Worried You Can’t Afford Health Care? You are not alone”