Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older. Physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions — make falls more likely as you age. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. Still, fear of falling doesn’t need to rule […]
Most people are aware that high blood pressure in seniors can lead to serious medical issues, but low blood pressure in elderly individuals gets far less attention. However, blood pressure that drops too low can have equally serious effects on your health. It’s important to know the facts so that you can take proper care of yourself. A low
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Summer is fast approaching and here in Florida, that means it’s about to heat up. Seniors like your loved ones may be affected more by the summer heat than by the ice and cold of the winter. The winter may be depressing, but the heat may be oppressive, causing dehydration which can lead to devastating
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Please join the statewide campaign, “Take a Loved One to the Doctor Month.” This is also a national campaign during the month of October and throughout the year, encouraging people to take charge of their health and encourage their loved ones to do the same. The Florida Department of Health and Office of Minority Health
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Studies Link Vestibular/Balance Disorders and Dizziness to Hearing Ability and Falls | Balance Awareness Week is Sept. 19-25, 2021 (Port St Lucie, FL, September, 2021)— Atlantic In-Home Care and The American Academy of Audiology are supporters of Balance Awareness Week, September 19 to 25. The observance has been designated by the Vestibular Disorders Association to
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Here are tips from Port St Lucie that are relevant to anyone in the Treasure Coast area. The City of Port St. Lucie is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Elsa and is preparing for any potential weather impacts it could bring to the City. The City encourages residents to monitor the National Weather Service/National
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising
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The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins on June 1 and lasts until November 30. For more information on how to develop a plan for hurricane season and what items to include in a disaster supply kit, visit FloridaDisaster.org/PlanPrepare. “With an active hurricane season predicted this year, Floridians need to ensure they have at least seven days
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Stuart, Port St Lucie, Vero Beach, Sebastian; Days, Nights & Weekends; short shifts and 12-hour shifts available Do you want to work independently, without supervision, and take care of your clients on a one-on-one basis? Consider joining the Atlantic In-Home Care contractor referral network. We have new cases every week in Martin, St Lucie &
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When the obligations of our fast-paced lives become overwhelming, the mounting stress can take a toll on our mental health. While diet and exercise are tools often used to manage stress, picking up a new skill or hobby challenges us to forget about our responsibilities and to-do lists and may even help us relax. Let’s
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