Vitamin D levels in elderly people – what you need to know
For the majority of people throughout their lives, getting the right balance of minerals and vitamins, including vitamin D, is not too difficult. This can be achieved fairly easily by…
Chair based exercise – A boost for those with low mobility
We all understand the importance of exercise and the role that it plays in helping us to remain healthy and mobile for as long as possible. Unfortunately for those who…
Parkinson’s Disease Progression – What To Watch Out For
When you are told you have Parkinson’s Disease it is natural to worry about what the future holds. No doubt you had symptoms requiring investigation that led to a PD…
LATE Brain Disorder – A Newly Identified Condition
In the last couple of years a team of international researchers have identified a new brain disorder. The discovery was made in May 2019 and the disorder it known as…
Taking Care of Your Own Health as a Live-in Carer
Looking after an elderly person, especially one who may have health and/or mobility problems can be tiring and difficult at times. If that person also has dementia the task can…
Recent Research surrounding Elderly Health
As we enter a new year and leave behind one in which the health of older people has been disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, it seems appropriate to take…
New Hobbies for the Elderly During Lockdown
New Year is not the only time to take up a new hobby, the coming of better weather can inspire older people to try something new. Even as we continue…
Managing Type 1 Diabetes In Older People
Find out about how type 1 diabetes can be successfully managed to ensure that a person has the quality of life they deserve. There are around 400,000 people with type…
5 Myths About Ageing You Shouldn’t Believe
Read about common ageing myths and the truth behind them to help you unlock a healthier future in later life. The media and society tells us a lot about ageing,…
Health Tips for Men in Their 70s
Getting older can be a wonderful time, when all the wisdom and experience you have accrued enable you to lead the kind of life you always wanted. However, it is…