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Dietary Tips for Geriatric Caretakers to combat the Hepatitis Virus

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A new wave of inexplicable acute hepatitis infections in seniors is currently sweeping the globe. This recent outbreak draws attention to the countless cases of acute viral hepatitis that affect every age group each year. According to the World Health Organization, recently cirrhosis and liver cancer account for nearly 1 million annual deaths. Most mild cases of acute hepatitis infection result in no symptoms at all or can go unnoticed. But in other circumstances, they can result in complications and even be fatal. Worldwide, acute hepatitis infections are thought to have contributed to 78,000 fatalities in 2019 alone. On World Hepatitis Day 2022, WHO will emphasize the need to bring hepatitis care closer to primary healthcare facilities and organizations in order to increase access to care for people with hepatitis, regardless of the type of hepatitis they may have. An inflammatory disorder of the liver can have other probable origins besides viral infections, which are often food-bor

Benefits of Rehabilitation in Stroke Depression

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If you or a loved one has ever had a stroke, you are mindful of what a life-changing event it can be. You might be wondering what life will be like now that you're home from the hospital, even though the first few days after your stroke will be geared to getting up and walking so you can be discharged from the hospital. Each post-stroke is encountered by depression but it may differ in its symptoms and length. After a stroke, the majority of the symptoms manifest three to six months later. Although it can start a month after a stroke and last for years, it can also start right away. This disparity in onset times may be caused by two things: changes in mood and personality that develop over time, as well as physiological changes that take place in the brain after a stroke. For stroke survivors, the risk of depression is a regular occurrence. It frequently results from metabolic alterations in the brain. Positive feelings might not be experienced by the sufferer of a brain injury. D

Benefits of Transition Care

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Moving away from home is an emotional transition for seniors who struggle during their old age. Accepting that change will take some time to settle. Transition care is a brief phase of rehabilitation in which assisting facilities offer special, compassionate care to the elderly.  It aids patients in adjusting from hospitalization to normal life and helps them regain the strength to lead their normal lifestyles by providing nursing, medical, and psychological care. Transition care is the added attention and assistance given to a patient who has recently been discharged but isn't yet ready to return to their regular life. Naturally, it is unreasonable to expect a patient who has spent time in the hospital receiving treatment and spending days in bed to report to work the next morning.  But the days patients need to recuperate are crucial, and they should be used effectively rather than sitting about at home expecting that a patient will heal with just a little rest. Then in this cas

Yoga and the Older Adult

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World Yoga Day 2022 is refreshed with the theme of “Yoga for humanity”, which entails the essence of human lives and is designed with a yoga style that enlightens the darker shadows of life with mindful and enriching thoughts for a healthier lifestyle. Yoga uplifts the melody of mind and soul, which benefits the physical and mental health crisis and enables a fresh interest for an individual to live more completely in a state of healthy well-being. What is mindful aging? Mindful aging means being fully aware and accepting of the hurdles that come with growing older. Mindfulness is a type of reflective practice in which you focus intensely on the sensations in your environment. It can help elderly people to reduce worry, improve their mental attitude, and increase their memory. It provides a form of protection for the aged energy structure and benefits a manner of life that is both mentally and physically healthy. Mindfulness is a state of being that brings greater peace and happiness i

Diet for Elders after 65

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“HEALTHY EATING PROMOTES HEALTHY AGING”  Every year on June 7th, World Food Safety Day is commemorated. Food safety is important at every stage of the food chain, from production to harvest, refining, transit, delivery, preparation, and usage. Age and gender have different nutritional needs. Younger and older persons may require slightly different foods and beverages to maintain a balanced diet. We will require fewer certain foods and more of others in general. As you get older, your eating habits will change based on your gender; older men and women have different nutritional needs. Importance of a healthy diet: Eating a well-balanced diet is crucial to keeping older adults healthy. It can assist in maintaining a healthy weight, remaining energized, and obtaining the nutrients they require. It also reduces the chances of having chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. If elders are confined to their beds or do not exercise regularly, muscle loss can occur, increasing the ris

How can seniors avoid future falls?

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Many people are afraid of falling as they get older. It is true that falls can be quite hazardous. This is the leading cause of injury among the elderly, which is why fall prevention in the elderly is so important. Falling can occur at any time and in a variety of situations, but it most commonly occurs while walking or climbing stairs. Learning more about fall prevention in the elderly becomes increasingly vital as we grow older. Seniors are the most likely to get a fall-related injury, with nearly half of those injuries necessitating hospitalization. That is not what we desire. We all know that falls can happen to anyone for a variety of reasons. Fall risk factors: Because of age-related losses in sensory function, muscle strength, and flexibility, ageing is a major risk factor for falls. Poor vision, using too many medications, and chronic conditions like arthritis are all problems. As well as mobility, body mechanics, and equilibrium issues. Even if they are having difficulty, som

How are mothers valuable asset to the overall wellbeing of the family?

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Mother is a word that elicits strong feelings in everyone. On Mother's Day, the beautiful and unique correlation of love is shared between the infants and mothers using the seasonal flowers with multi-colored fragrances to express respect and affection.  In today's changing environment, motherhood is the constant aspect that contributes to raising the next generation. Women health and safety In the past decade, women have steadily improved their value in the workplace and moreover, they are self-reliant in each aspect. They are capable of caring for themselves and their loved ones. However, Women only represent over 40% of the global workforce. This gap can be bridged by ensuring the resource of health and safety in work area. Women's health and safety is a major topic right now, and it concerns the obstacles that are impeding women's advancement. Women's health and safety is a growing network and this amplifies the voice in gender equality. Women are unquestionably