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Getting your older adult to the doctor’s office for an appointment can be difficult or sometimes impossible. Whether they’re frail, can’t walk on their own, or have Alzheimer’s or dementia, getting out of the house is hard on both of you. Going to a doctor’s office can also expose seniors to germs or harsh weather. […]
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In Texas, more and more people are living full and productive lives well into their 80s and 90s. Research shows that if you start living a healthy lifestyle earlier in life, you have better chances of staying healthy as you get older. Staying physically active, eating well, socializing and improving your health can help you
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For those living with chronic illness or injury, home safety relies on getting the help they need. This help comes in many forms: care-giving from family and loved ones; medical assistance from home health clinicians; and services like food deliveries and maids. For many seniors, a major source of help comes in the form of
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How much physical activity do older adults aged 65 and over need to do to keep healthy? The amount of physical activity you need to do each week depends on your age and level of health. To stay healthy or to improve health, older adults need to do two types of physical activity each week:
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In these pressing times we all are concerned with our personal safety. For those of us over the age of 65, a simple fall can be detrimental. Further research in fall prevention is desperately needed, but there are some viable options readily available. Thanks to what we do know on the subject we can narrow
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When one mentions the word “diet” things like Atkins, Jenny Craig, and Weight Watchers usually spring forward in our minds. Thankfully dieting doesn’t always need to be part of the latest trend or popular fad. A diet change can be as simple as drinking more water, or as difficult as removing all carbs from the
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There’s never a better time than the holidays to take advantage of the help that home caregivers can provide. Whether you’re a family caregiver or a senior in need, you can benefit from the services of Avatar Home Health Care. Here are just a few of the many ways home health care services can benefit you
Summer came in strong when the calendar flipped to July, bringing temperatures north of 90 degrees on consecutive days for the first time in 2020. It’s hardly surprising, of course, since July is supposed to be hot in Houston, but it’s a concern for people trying to stay cool during what’s already been a challenging
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