Dry Coughing 101: Understanding What a Dry Cough Means For Seniors
A cough that doesn’t make phlegm or mucus is called dry coughing. It’s normal to occasionally cough dryly, with airborne allergens or a mild respiratory infection being the likely cause. However, dry coughing that lasts for a long time or seems out of control could be a sign of a deeper health problem. Monitoring a […]
What Is Chronic and Acute Pain?
As your loved one continues to age in place, you may notice they are suffering from more aches and pains. However, it is important for you and home care to understand the difference between chronic pain and acute pain. This may be something you have never heard of, and that’s okay, but you still need […]
A Guide to Helping Seniors Manage Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a situation in which people hear ringing, buzzing, or other noises in their ears. For seniors, this can be very upsetting and hard to understand. Even though there may not be a cure for tinnitus, there are tips and tricks that can help seniors deal with their symptoms and make their lives better. […]
Managing Migraines: A Guide for Seniors
Migraines can happen to anyone at any age, but it’s especially important for seniors to learn how to deal with these painful headaches as they don’t need additional pain interfering with their daily activities. The bottom line is that migraines can make things difficult, but if seniors have support from their elder care team and […]
Seven UTI Symptoms in Seniors and How to Help
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are extremely common in seniors for a variety of reasons. Menopause, reduced mobility, a weakened immune system, and even chronic medical conditions can all be potential causes. UTIs occur when bacteria stay in the urinary tract too long and multiply, becoming an infection. Recognizing UTI symptoms quickly helps seniors get […]
Should You Worry When Your Mom Has a Headache?
June 4th kicks off National Headache Awareness Week. National Headache Awareness Week started back in the late 1980s, but after years of championing to pass legislation making it an official government awareness week, efforts were unsuccessful. That hasn’t stopped The National Headache Foundation from raising awareness each June. Headaches are part of life, but they […]
Going on Outings with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
If your loved one has Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), he might not like going on trips or out to places to visit and enjoy because of his fear of his symptoms kicking in and wreaking havoc with not only his bowels but his day. You might notice he finds excuses to not go places or […]
Five Techniques for Chronic Pain Relief
If your loved one suffers from chronic pain, he is not alone. According to the CDC, about 20% of adults live with chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as pain that has lasted for at least 12 weeks. It can be a sharp pain, a dull ache, or a burning or aching sensation. Chronic pain […]
