Modern medicine and technology can do wonders in making daily life easier and more comfortable for those with disabilities. Some obstacles are difficult to overcome though - even the most ergonomic of wheelchairs can leave a person with painful bedsores after...
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Is your loved one’s nursing home not being properly cleaned?
Poor hygiene in a nursing home is a serious issue. This is because people in this type of facility tend to have more compromised immune systems and can fall ill due to uncleanliness easier. In these conditions, germs can spread much faster and endanger other...
How to protect your child against social media addiction
Did you know that many social media activities, such as watching TikTok videos and playing games, stimulate the same part of the brain that other addictive behaviors, such as drinking or drugs, stimulate? These activities can give your children a sense of euphoria or...
Can social media use cause depression?
With the advent of social media, many people wonder if it plays a role in the increased number of people with depression. A recent study indicates a direct link between depression and social media usage for all personality types. This correlation may happen for...
Is social media addiction real?
When it comes to addiction, many people often think of substance addiction. Behavioral addictions, including the use of social media, often create a similar response in the brain and to treatment. In a recent survey by Statista, 40 percent of people 18 to 22 years...
Is racism a problem in nursing homes?
The passage of time affects everyone. Gender, sexual orientation and other superficial attributes are immaterial. Often, there comes a day when the wisest decision is to put aging family members into nursing homes. Those who make this choice expect their loved ones...
Can smart beds prevent bedsores in nursing homes?
Bedsores are a perennial medical problem for residents of nursing homes. Some residents even die from them. A 2022 engineering experiment by the University of South Australia resulted in a new mattress technology that includes embedded optical sensors designed to...
What is recombinant human EGF and how can it treat bedsores?
Bedsores can cause pain and limit the function of people who spend significant time in bed and struggle to change positions. People who live in long-term care facilities, including elders and individuals with disabilities, often experience bedsores. Fortunately,...
What is the best exercise program for nursing home residents?
Elderly residents in nursing homes often lead more sedentary lifestyles due to mobility challenges and environmental restrictions. This puts them at greater risk of injury due to poor muscle tone, limited mobility and weaker bone structures. The right nursing home...
What does dementia feel like?
If you have dementia in your family or fear you may be at risk, you might wonder what dementia feels like. Since it impacts people differently, it can be difficult to decide if you need testing. Here are some ways people describe how dementia feels in its early...