We all age and expect skin changes with the years, but these can be accelerated by environmental and lifestyle factors. Skin aging can be described by the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, dryness, loss of skin tone and elasticity (sagging), and discoloration. Hair is also affected by hair loss and graying.
Even though lounging in the sun feels amazing—and it does have some benefits, such as Vitamin D production and mood elevation—too much of it can also damage the skin. The sun emits ultraviolet (UV) light, which can reduce skin elasticity and can lead to premature aging. However, over time, UV exposure causes cumulative damage in the skin through unrepaired genetic mutations, and skin cells proliferate unchecked, thus resulting in cancers.
What can we do to proof a house for our elderly loved ones? In this article, we provide some tips for aging safely and gracefully “in place,” in the comfort of their homes.
The last century has seen leaps in the understanding of women’s health and role in society. And so, in celebration of International Women’s Day this March, let us review, in this article, the measures that women, especially in their golden years, can take to live a healthy life.
It can be scary to think about heart attacks, but because it can be fatal and can even cause sudden death, it is important to be aware of its signs and symptoms. Recognizing a heart attack early will lead to immediate intervention and prevent further complications, as well as save lives.
Here at Likas Nursing, we take pride in keeping abreast of the ever-changing public health guidelines and of maintaining standard hygienic measures to ensure that we keep you, our beloved clients, safe. In this article, we ask the Director of Care, Virginia Lasiste, RN, BSN, about her thoughts on this evolving pandemic.
Meet Khalil Bautista, an important member of our team, whose responsibilities as a screener and client companion put him in the midst of fighting the pandemic.
During the peak of the pandemic, majority of the deaths were in seniors’ homes and long-term care facilities. This showed just how inadequate their living conditions were and, as a result, most of the population surveyed in this study declared that they would prefer to stay in their homes and access home care.
One of our screeners share what her typical day is like, and how important her job is at the time of the pandemic.
This article summarizes the state of home health care in Canada, including the characteristics of its recipients, unmet needs, effective interventions, and issues and challenges.
Exercise may seem daunting at first, especially if you haven’t had an active lifestyle. Also, age can make physical activities difficult. However, exercise has many health benefits for mind and body. You need not have a gym membership or fancy equipment to start an exercise regimen. You need only yourself and your motivation to bust some moves! Whether at home or outdoors, here are some exercises you can start with.
Food is fuel for the body and can also contribute to healing. In older adults especially, whose metabolism may have changed and who may be predisposed to chronic illnesses, nutrition is very important. In fact, a study has shown that malnutrition is often underdiagnosed and poorly managed in elderly patients. So what makes good food?