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Keeping Seniors Safe In Summers - Curodoc Healthcare

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  KEEPINGS SENIORS SAFE IN SUMMERS Summers can be an enjoyable weather for seniors where they can let their guards down and indulge in outdoor activities that can be relaxing for them. It is the best weather to enjoy a day at the beach or a picnic at the park with friends. While getting some essential vitamin D from the sun is important, with seniors there are always some risks involved. Keeping in mind their independence and their safety, here are some tips to keep in check before they leave home! Skin Care – Sun is without doubt the best natural source of vitamin D, but exposure to sun can take a toll on their skin. With age, their skin has become thin and delicate and sunburn is a cause of concern. When going outdoors, they should always use a sunscreen having at least 30 SPF or higher to prevent sunburns and heat marks. Comfortable Clothing – Summers mean wearing as less clothes as possible and yet keeping safe from suntans and sunburns, but feeling at ease and comfortable. ...

All Medical Essentials at Home - Curodoc Healthcare

 Essentials at Home

No matter you are young or old, there are a few things that should always be present in your home to look after any emergency medical crisis.

  1. Basic First Aid Kit - A first aid kit is an all-time necessity in any household. It should contain adhesive bandages, absorbent compression dressing, adhesive clothe tape, antibiotic ointments, antiseptic wipes, large gloves, sterile gauze pads, roller bandages, oral thermometer, tweezers, and scissors.
  2. Blood Pressure Monitor - Heart rates and blood pressure readings are often direct and accurate identifiers of any changes in the heart due to emotional or physical triggers. Blood pressure readings are used to monitor medication efficacy, understand triggers, avoid misdiagnoses due to white coat syndrome, and pre-diagnosis of heart diseases.

  3. Blood Sugar Monitor - Regular blood sugar monitoring is necessary in diabetics and bedridden patients as severely low or high blood sugar can contribute to other co-morbidities which can be life threatening as well.
  4. Pulse Oximeter - It is a non-invasive method to measure the level of oxygen being transferred by the blood to the furthest parts of the body, such as arms and legs. This has come to be used relentlessly during COVID pandemic and is now a much needed necessity in each household.
  5. Pill Box - A bill box is container which has predetermined slots for days of the week and time of the day (i.e. morning, noon, and night). It makes it easier for individuals to store and organize weekly or monthly medications in a proper manner and works are a reminder to take it timely as well.
  6. Pill Cutter/Crusher - A pill cutter/crusher is a plastic or metal box with a blade and pressured point to cut and crush the pill as required. Some medical conditions and old age also might make it difficult for a person to swallow a whole tablet, so crushing it or cutting it makes it easier for them to take the medication.
24x7 Curodoc Healthcare Pvt. Ltd is a Delhi-NCR based home healthcare provider company catering to the nursing and attendant care requirements as well as elder care, baby care, palliative care, physiotherapy services and medical equipment rentals.

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