First Aid * Learn basic first-aid skills. Take courses in CPR and first aid. These give hands-on practice in giving first aid and CPR the right way. Find out about them from your local Red Cross, police and/or fire department, etc. * Find out what services your health plan covers and what steps you have […]
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Brain & Nervous System About 5.3 million persons in the U.S. have Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It is the most common cause of dementia – a broad term that means cognitive function declines enough to interfere with daily life activities. Nearly half of people age 85 and older may have AD, but it is not a
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Brain & Nervous System With Bell’s palsy, a nerve that runs between the ear and the jaw becomes inflamed. This paralyzes the muscles on one side of the face. Bell’s palsy occurs in about 1 in 2,000 people each year. It can occur at any age. In older persons, it is especially important to distinguish
Heart & Circulation Problems To lower your risk of heart disease, aim for these target numbers*: 1. Blood pressure – less than 120/80 2. Body mass index (BMI) – 18.6 to 24.9. Find your BMI at cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/index.html. 3. Fasting blood glucose – less than 100 4. Fasting blood triglycerides – less than 150 5. Total
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Mature Health: Over Age 50 Research shows that older adults who lead active, stimulating lives keep their brains fit and healthy, too. Your mind needs “exercise,” just like the rest of your body. Some mind-stimulating tips include: * Learn something new-or try something different-every day. Studies show that curiosity keeps people mentally sharp. * Play
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General Health Conditions 1. Drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water or other unsweetened fluids. 2. Spend 2 hours or less of non-work screen time (laptops, video games, cell phones, etc.). 3. Be physically active for 30 or more minutes. 4. Wash your hands often to lower your risk of picking up and
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Brain & Nervous System Like a great conductor, our brain directs our every movement, sound, and emotion. It never stops working and thinking for us, but we rarely return the favor and think about the health of our brain. A healthy brain can concentrate, analyze, plan, learn, remember, feel, and so much more. While a
Skin Conditions The skin has two basic layers. The outer, protective layer is the epidermis. The thicker, inner layer is the dermis. About Your Skin The skin is the body’s largest organ. * It protects tissues inside the body from injury. * It serves as a barrier against chemicals, germs, hot and cold weather, pollution,
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Abdominal & Urinary Conditions The abdomen is the body region between the lower ribs and the pelvis. Many vital organs make up this body region. Signs & Symptoms The type of pain, its location, and other symptoms that come with it point to the cause. * Mild to severe pain. It can feel dull or
First Aid To prevent accidental poisoning: * Always read warning labels on pesticides, household cleaners, and other products that could be poisonous. Follow instructions for use and storage. * Crush unused medications and mix them with water. Mix this with used coffee grounds or kitty litter. Put this in the garbage in a sealed plastic
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