Happy 2022 my Elders and Senior citizens
I am so pumped to welcome you into 2022!
As we step into the New Year I am sure you’ve been bombarded with information on making the year’s resolutions, setting goals and taking actions.
Let me share with you some Elderly healthy and easy to keep tips.
1. Be sure to exercises daily. This will help with the challenges of balance and strength on the legs, prevention of falls. Poor balance and strength are the common cause of falls among the elderly. So maintaining regular exercise is a must in 2022.
2. Don’t take medications indiscriminately. Don’t abuse medication. If you feel unwell talk with a professional. Take only prescribe medication. You need to protect your brain, heart, liver and other vital organs of your body. We are here to help you better understand your treatment and health conditions. Talk with us.
3. Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including a booster) if you are yet to be vaccinated, and take additional precaution. Wear masks, washing your hands regularly, be cautious about indoor gatherings, and follow public health directives to reduce transmission and exposure. COVID is very risky for the elderly.
4. Start regular health check-up. At least visit bi— monthly. Only a healthy person is a happy person. Be well informed about your health. When you are with the health professionals, ask questions. Be interested in having your personal health records. This will help in events of any emergencies, a second opinion, or a change in doctors.
5. Eat smart healthy foods. Eat foods in season. Incorporate vegetables in all your diet to aid easy digestion. Include nuts (for those without allergies), use heart friendly oils. Remember you are what you eat.
6. Socialize (safely!), contribute and nourish your soul. Studies have confirmed: relationships and contributing to the world are key to maintaining well-being while aging. Connecting with people is life in its self; even the humble telephone can be a powerful tool for keeping in touch.
This year 2022 important to keep engaging in those activities that will nourish your soul. Consider ways to contribute, Volunteer and connect with other people. Join our activities this year they promise to be fun.
7. Keep your hygiene level on top notch. Self-care keeps you far from the health care professionals. Bath regularly, use moisturizing cream, brush twice a day, ensure you hair is well cut or plated. Remember the way you dress or appear is the way you will be addressed.
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Morayo Eboh is An experienced Nurse with over 15 years of practice in Emergency and General Nursing. Read more…