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15 Jul 2022
Lone Worker Alarms
How can we protect Lone Workers?
With around 20% of the total UK workforce classed as lone workers, how can you ensure that your lone workers are protected? Learn about the risks associated with lone working, what the employer of a lone worker must do and protection systems to ensure the safety of lone workers.
12 Jul 2022
Tips & Advice
Help for the Elderly Living at Home
Living at home alone in your later years can be a worrying prospect for you and your loved ones for many reasons. Discover how to adapt a home to make it safer and more comfortable for an elderly person.
07 Jul 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
How Can an Elderly Person Survive a Heart Attack on Their Own?
Heart attacks often occur when people are alone. Knowing what to do when heart attack symptoms arise can save your life. Our guide will help you spot the symptoms and warning signs of an early heart attack, and advise on how to survive a heart attack on your own.
06 Jul 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
How Does an Elderly Person Get Emphysema?
Emphysema is a lung condition which causes shortness of breath. There are treatments available that aim to slow its progression and minimise symptoms. Therefore, it is best to determine whether you’re suffering from emphysema as early as possible for the best long-term outcome.
05 Jul 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
What Types of Epilepsy Do Elderly People Suffer From?
Epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. We know epilepsy can be a worrying prospect, but if you understand the type of epilepsy you or a loved one has, you can learn to treat it more effectively. Most people with the condition are able to live normal lives if their seizures are well controlled.
28 Jun 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
The Causes of Type 2 Diabetes in Elderly People
Millions of people have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is too high. With the right treatment and care, you can live well with type 2 diabetes and reduce your risk of developing complications. We are here to guide you through the causes, symptoms and how to manage type 2 diabetes.
23 Jun 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
What Are the Causes of Swollen Joints for Elderly People?
Thousands of people suffer from swollen joints every year and sadly, the effects can be painful and even debilitating for some.
There are many reasons why you may be suffering from swollen joints; it’s your body’s way of telling you something is wrong and needs looking at. Here is some information on how to understand the causes of swollen joints, recognise the symptoms, what they mean and how you can treat them.
22 Jun 2022
Elderly Health Conditions
Knee Arthritis in Elderly People Symptoms
Arthritis is a disease that causes pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. While we all expect to get a little stiffer as we get older, arthritis can seriously impact how we live our lives. Do you think you or someone you know may have arthritis in the knee? We are here to guide you through the signs of knee arthritis, the types of arthritis and treatments to ease the symptoms.
16 Jun 2022
Dementia
A Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms for Elderly People
It’s normal for people to become a little forgetful as they get older, so how can you tell the difference between whether you or a loved one is just having a harmless “senior moment”, or starting to develop Alzheimer’s disease?
We understand how sad and frightening it can be to realise that you or a friend or family member could be developing Alzheimer’s. This article will help you to learn and understand the signs of Alzheimer’s, as well as offer advice on what to do if you think you or someone you love may be affected.
