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Commonly referred to as the silent killer, high blood pressure (HBP) affects nearly half of US adults. As we age, the chances of experiencing HBP increase, and it becomes difficult to decrease the chances of hypertension. In a recent blog post, AgingCare discusses the issues associated with HBP and the steps we should take to...

Caregivers often focus only on others and not enough on themselves. It can be a daunting task, taking care of the ones we love, but ignoring your own personal needs could create a toxic environment that is hard to fix. Caregiver burnout can lead to real turmoil in your professional and personal life. In order...

While food poisoning may be a blanket term for food-borne illness, there are many different causes and symptoms. Depending on the type of food and how it is prepared, there are various bacteria that can grow and infect consumers.  Listeria is a bacteria that typically hides in dairy products and produce. This strand of food...

Nutrition has a major impact on how our bodies operate and react to changes. Regardless of how our diets have worked for us in the past, dietary tweaks are inevitable as we continue to age. Since everybody ages differently, there is no universal dietary plan for all to follow. Instead, it is important to be...

Companies that produce and sell consumer products have a duty to test and ensure product safety under specific guidelines. It is also required that products warn of side effects or safety hazards associated with their product to ensure consumer awareness. However, when a company does not take the proper measures to test their product for...

Smartphones and tablets have become an important part of our everyday life. As technology continues to advance, new apps are steadily releasing, offering more features than ever before. The release of new apps involving management, dementia care and ways to check up on elderly loved ones has created easy problem-solving methods for caregivers. Apps can...

Falling is the leading cause of death in the construction industry. Of those falls, about one-third of them are from ladders. While these statistics may seem frightening, these falls are preventable. Before beginning work on a ladder, it is important to make sure proper safety precautions are being followed. If the job requires any tasks...

Food poisoning, also known as food-borne illness, occurs when food that is contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses or toxins is consumed. It can cause a large range of symptoms, depending on the case and individual. Some of the most common symptoms include stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and loss of appetite. Certain foods are more...

Sometimes it can be hard to tell whether or not your loved one is experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, especially when every person experiences different symptoms of wide-ranging severity. A recent blog post by Aging Care discusses some clear early indicators of Alzheimer’s and dementia to look for in your loved one....

Driving in wet, rainy conditions can be extremely dangerous, especially if you are not prepared. It is important that you are properly equipped for wet road travel both before departure and while you are driving to ensure safety. In a recent blog post, What Happens Now released 26 tips for safe driving in the rain....

Establishing a trusting relationship with a company and their caregivers is key for a successful in-home care experience for your loved one. It is important that the senior feels comfortable with the person assisting them with personal care tasks, as well as more straightforward tasks, such as light housekeeping or planning meals. In a recent...

Workers’ compensation should cover your medical costs and pay for any days of work you miss when you injure yourself or develop an illness because of your job. Even though almost all employers have to buy workers’ comp insurance, it does not cover everyone on the job.   Knowing exactly what qualifies for workers’ compensation...