Caregivers make a real difference within the lives of their patients and their families—but not everyone seems to be cut out for the task. Caregivers must master a full list of qualities and skills to ...
Governments must boost spending on primary health care by a minimum of an extra 1 percent of their gross domestic product to widen coverage and stop impoverishing patients, the globe Health Organization (WHO) said on ...
Art. In the modern age of science and technology, sometimes this craft has been taken for granted. People assume this medium only provides entertainment and solitude for the creatives. However, studies show that placing art ...
October is the perfect month to get outside, join up with co-workers, friends, and family, and go for a Jwalk – and walking is the ideal way to be active. It’s available for all ages ...
By the year 2050, the world’s population of people over 60 years old will double. There would be an influx in the number of senior citizens that needs to be cared for, but not only ...
Could this encounter between young and old help transform the lives of the elderly? As Australia’s older population increases, so too will the issues that affect their health and happiness. Could the solution to a ...
When a patient with dementia progresses. It becomes a challenge to caregivers, or loved ones to make sure that they are getting enough food and liquids. Especially when they are not in hospice care yet. ...
Among one of the many challenges in caring for older people with dementia, is dehydration. Why? When you suffer from dementia, the part of the brain that checks and sends a message to let you ...
Yoga is a mind and body practice that typically combines physical postures, breathing, and lowering stress levels. Yoga is helpful in reducing chronic low-back pain and improving function. Here are a few things to consider if ...
I’m John Beveridge. I’ve been working as a caregiver for more than 9 years. I’ll be sharing with you a few of my stories. A caregiver or carer is an unpaid or paid member of a person’s social ...