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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. ...

Long-Term Effects of COVID - Curodoc Healthcare

LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF COVID

Most people who have contracted COVID-19 have recovered completely within a few weeks to a month, but even then they continue to experience mild symptoms. These are commonly known as post-COVID conditions are can persist for six months up to a year.

Elder people and those with preexisting medical conditions are likely to experience long lasting symptoms, also even the youngsters with a compromised immune system can also have these symptoms.


Common long-term symptoms include:

  • Fatigue
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Cough
  • Body Ache
  • Chest pain
  • Memory, concentration or sleep problems
  • Headache
  • Fast or pounding heartbeat
  • Loss of smell or taste
  • Depression or anxiety
  • Fever
  • Dizziness when you stand
  • Secondary organ damage related to COVID-19



Primarily affecting the lungs, COVID-19 in the long run has affected other organs including the heart, kidney, and brain. Organ damage can lead to complications like long-term breathing problems, heart complications, chronic kidney impairment, stroke, and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Some adults and children also experienced a generalized inflammation.

The experience of getting and recovering from COVID 19 virus can make a person more likely to develop post-traumatic stress syndrome, depression, and anxiety. Others have developed extreme fatigue.

The most important point to remember is that most people who have COVID-19 recover quickly. But the potentially long term complications from COVID-19 make it important to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by following precautions such as wearing masks, social distancing, avoiding crowds, getting a vaccine when available, and regularly cleaning and sanitizing hands.

Curodoc Healthcare offers home healthcare services in Delhi-NCR with scheduled visits or live-in caregivers who are qualified, trained, and compassionate to help your loved one live a happier and healthier life. To learn more about our comprehensive at-home services and contact us to arrange a complimentary consultation.

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