Elderly people are particularly vulnerable to suffer from heat stroke because of their compromised temperature adjusting mechanism, especially for those who have chronic illness (e.g. diabetic mellitus, stroke) or who are taking diuretics, are … [Read more...] about Heat Stroke
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Caring for loved ones with Dementia-Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's or any other form of Dementia is a terrible disease but living alone with the disease can be devastating for someone unless they have a good support system. My mother lived alone with Alzheimer's for over six years with my two sisters … [Read more...] about Caring for loved ones with Dementia-Alzheimer’s
Enjoying an active retirement lifestyle
As human beings, we identity ourselves through participation in work and leisure activities. Older persons in transition from working life to retirement may have difficulties in adjusting to the loss of a work role and having a lot of extra time. … [Read more...] about Enjoying an active retirement lifestyle
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain (LBP) is a very common medical problem. There are many causes of LBP including injuries, diseases and degeneration. Poor posture accelerates degenerative changes of the spine hence proper posture is very important. Good posture … [Read more...] about Lower Back Pain
Incontinence and continence problems
Bladder and bowel control problems are common. Around four million Australians experience leakage from the bladder and bowel regularly – this is known as incontinence. Many others have bladder and bowel control problems such as frequency and urgency … [Read more...] about Incontinence and continence problems