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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. ...

Congenital Heart Disease Management - Curodoc Healthcare

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  AT THE HOSPITAL CHD brings with it many trips to the hospital or doctor for tests, procedures, surgery, or even the slightest sickness. Fear and worry come naturally to parents and especially when it comes to their children. You can follow these tips to help your child at the hospital: Keep a favorite toy or blanket with the child, it will make them more comfortable. Do inform the nurses about any particular routine or habit that your child might have. Do tell the nurses about any words which calm the child. If your child is a newborn , hold and touch him or her often to promote bonding. If your child has oxygen problems: Help calm the child. Keep your child warm. Teach your child to lie down on sit with his/her knees to the chest as it helps in regulating oxygen level in the body. Oxygen is usually given (in the hospital) by placing a tube at the entrance of the nostril, it has to be regulated and the amount of oxygen needs to calculated. AT HOME Oxygen Therapy: Your chil...

Lifestyle Changes For Heart Health - Curodoc Healthcare

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  LIFESTYLE CHANGES FOR HEART HEALTH Lifestyle has an important role in keeping you healthy and keeping your heart healthy. Here are some small yet effective lifestyle changes that can help improve your health. 1.Lose extra pounds – Health conditions often cause an increase in weight. Weight loss is an effective lifestyle change. Get into a routine to eat healthy and exercise. 2. Exercise - Regular physical activity for about 30 minutes a day can help lower your blood pressure. Some exercise that you can do include walking, jogging, cycling, swimming or dancing. You can also get in touch with a physiotherapist who can help you out in designing a home exercise plan. 3. Eat Healthy – A  diet that is rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean meat, and low-fat dairy products can help keep your heart healthy. You can also utilize the services of a nutritionist to help make a heart-healthy diet plan. 4. Reduce Salt - Even a small decrease in your salt intake can improve your...

Managing Pre-Existing Conditions in Seniors - Curodoc Healthcare

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Lifestyle Modifications: A senior’s lifestyle is limited physically and financially. Incorporating wellness and healthy habit-forming goals to ensure that they are capable of looking after themselves and improve their health like exercise, de- stressing activities , social time, ‘ME’ time, etc. Positivity: It is important to stay positive and have patience when helping seniors form and learn new habits. They are used to having a particular life and activity routine which will definitely take time to change and adapt to new habits. Habits: Creating a chain of tasks to do with correlation to their daily routine like walks, television time, phone calls, etc like regularly checking blood pressure and blood sugar before morning tea creates an association for them that they can remember and will become a habit. Most habits take a few weeks to months to become firmly implanted in their minds and routine and one after the other, new correlations can be added, making it easier for them. ...

Immunity Boosting Foods - Curodoc Healthcare

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  IMMUNITY BOOSTING FOODS Food helps your immune system stay strong. The best way to prevent cold, flu, and prevent any infections, the first stop should be your local grocery store. With the COVID-19 virus still in tow, it is important to understand good diet, lifestyle modifications, physical distancing, and proper hygiene practices only can protect you. 1. Citrus Fruits - All citrus fruits are high in vitamin C. Popular citrus fruits include oranges, grapefruit, lemon, and lime. 2. Bell Peppers - Red and yellow bell peppers are a rich source of beta carotene that helps boost your immune system and helps keep your eyes and skin healthy. 3. Broccoli - Broccoli is the healthiest vegetable, it is supercharged with vitamins and minerals. It is packed with vitamins A, C, E, fiber, and many other antioxidants. 4. Garlic – Garlic has superb immune-boosting properties and is the most widely used herb. 5. Ginger - Ginger helps reduce a sore throat and nausea. 6. Spinach ...

How to Introduce Seniors to In-Home Services - Curodoc Healthcare

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  HOW TO INTRODUCE SENIORS TO IN-HOME SERVICES Getting our seniors to accept that they need in-home care can be daunting and difficult. For one, they will not admit they need help, even if they are struggling with daily tasks. Home healthcare is a very sensitive subject that could lead to argument or an immediate shutdown if brought up. Elders might see it as a waste of money, an invasion of privacy, or our disbelief in their abilities. There are some tips on how you can introduce and help overcome this challenge to make in-home care more acceptable – even if your senior adamantly said no. 1. Slow and steady wins the race – They need to get used to the idea and adjust to the fact that someone with be in their house, 24x7, or even 12 hours a day.  The best way is to ease into the transition is to start off slowly. You should start by getting a caregiver come in for a few hours for a few days and work on setting up a rapport with the elders. 2. Listening to your seniors – They...

Diabetes Testing At Home - Curodoc Healthcare

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  DIABETES TESTING AT HOME Diabetes requires you to regularly check blood glucose level as an essential part of your care plan. Testing your levels at home allows you to keep a check on the levels and you learn to manage your sugar levels more conveniently.   Normal blood glucose ranges between 70 and 140 mg/dL. Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is below 70 mg/dL. High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) is above 140 mg/dL.   Throughout the day, your blood sugar levels vary depending on what you eat and your medication dosage. The most ideal is to maintain glucose in the normal range.   Diabetes complications that can arise from very high or very low levels: Diabetic Coma Eye Disease Gum Disease Kidney Damage Nerve Damage Blood glucose testing at home is handy and there are a lot affordable machines . Most home testing machines have a lancet and lancet pen, test strips, a glucose meter, and a carry case.   Steps for testing at home: Wash your hands. P...

Preparing For A NewBorn Baby - Curodoc Healthcare

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  PREPARING FOR A NEWBORN BABY The first few days are very important. The newest member of your family, your baby , is here and looking after the angel, some things will come naturally, others may not. To help you get off to a good start, we have complied this guide for baby basics. The Initial Days - Knowing how to care for your newborn baby can add fun and excitement to the initial days! Holding - Studies show that babies who are held close for greater than 2 hours per day grow better and cry less. You need to be careful as the baby’s head needs support. Bathing – Learning how to bathe a baby and making sure that all supplies are always there. They have gentle skins, so using sensitive baby products is the way to go. Diaper Change – For all first-timers, the amount of diapers their baby goes through in a day is a big wonder. To make it easier, golden tip is to store ample quantity of diapers at different places at home and in your baby carry-on always. Comforting – A ba...

Generalized Extremity Swelling Care At Home - Curodoc Healthcare

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  GENERALIZED EXTREMITY SWELLING CARE AT HOME Edema or more commonly swelling is due to storage and buildup of excess fluid in your tissues. It can accumulate anywhere in the body, although it is more common in the hands, arms, feet, ankles, and legs. It can be caused by a lot of things but most commonly heat, exercise, or medical conditions. Peripheral edema is swelling of your lower legs or hands. The cause may be simple, such as sitting for too long on a plane or standing for too long. Or it may involve a more serious underlying disease. Peripheral edema is common in older adults and pregnant women, but it can occur at any age. It may affect one or both legs. If its onset is sudden and painful, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. Idiopathic edema means swelling for which the cause is not known. It is most common in young women in their 20s and 30s and can involve weight gain and swelling of the face, trunk, and limbs. It’s also associated with diabetes, obesity, and e...