Dementia and Cholesterol: Protecting Your Loved One’s Heart Health

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be a profound and emotional journey as their cognitive abilities gradually decline. In this complex role of caregiving, it's crucial to address not only the immediate challenges of memory loss and confusion but also to look after their long-term health. One critical aspect of dementia care is helping your loved one manage their cholesterol levels. Elevated cholesterol can significantly increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, which poses an additional threat to their well-being. In this endeavor, caregivers play a pivotal role in ensuring that the individual receives the necessary support, guidance, and attention to maintain a heart-healthy lifestyle, making every effort to safeguard their overall health and quality of life.

By |2023-10-30T09:50:35-04:00October 30th, 2023|Health, Heart Month|Comments Off on Dementia and Cholesterol: Protecting Your Loved One’s Heart Health

Identify Stroke Symptoms | Act FAST

May is stroke awareness month. Below are signs and symptoms put together by stroke.org and The American Heart Association. Learn and share the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you might save a life! F.A.S.T. is a quick way to identify stroke symptoms and act quickly. Recognize the warning signs and call 9-1-1 immediately. This can make the [...]

By |2022-06-01T16:29:32-04:00May 1st, 2022|Health, Heart Month|Comments Off on Identify Stroke Symptoms | Act FAST

How Seniors Can Manage Multiple Health Conditions At Home

According to the American Geriatrics Society, many seniors take over ten different medications, with 80% of seniors juggling multiple health conditions. Common conditions include heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, COPD, stroke, Parkinson's disease, and sensory loss. Unfortunately, seeing different doctors for each condition can make it challenging to maximize the quality of [...]

By |2022-04-28T17:02:02-04:00April 20th, 2022|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's, Health, Heart Month, Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke|Comments Off on How Seniors Can Manage Multiple Health Conditions At Home

Stroke Symptoms | Act FAST

May is stroke awareness month. Below are signs and symptoms put together by stroke.org and The American Heart Association. Learn and share the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you might save a life! F.A.S.T. is a quick way to identify stroke symptoms and act quickly. Recognize the warning signs and call 9-1-1 immediately. This can make the [...]

By |2021-05-10T22:37:43-04:00May 10th, 2021|Health, Heart Month|Comments Off on Stroke Symptoms | Act FAST

Reasons To Exercise With Aging Parents

Watching your parents age isn't easy. Many seniors struggle with disease, mobility, strength, and even the ability to perform regular daily tasks. By including your loved one in exercise, you're actively encouraging a positive aging process that influences the body, mind, and spirit.   Exercise Supports Joints & Mobility Weightlifting, yoga, and other forms of [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:09:09-05:00August 28th, 2019|Health, Heart Month|Comments Off on Reasons To Exercise With Aging Parents

Wearable Technology for Health & Wellbeing

Technology is making it easier to track health and wellbeing with wearable tech! Wearable tech can be a game changer for seniors managing health issues or family caregivers wanting to ensure their loved one is keeping up with their health. Wearable tech can monitor blood pressure, heart health, posture, and soon even hydration! Some seniors [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:09:19-05:00August 27th, 2019|Caregivers, Health, Heart Month, Stroke|Comments Off on Wearable Technology for Health & Wellbeing

How to Choose Healthy Foods at the Grocery Store

Have you ever noticed the first thing you see when you walk into the grocery store? We often see the produce aisle first and candy snacks at checkout. We're here to help you outsmart these marketing tactics so you can leave the store with heart-healthy items. These ten healthy items are staples for any grocery [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:13:36-05:00February 28th, 2018|Heart Month, Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to Choose Healthy Foods at the Grocery Store

Reduce Stress to Save Your Life

Stress triggers changes in your body. The body reacts to stress by releasing adrenaline, which causes breathing and heart rate to change. Stress can cause depression, anxiousness, tension, body aches, weight gain and sleep loss. Stress over long periods of time can even trigger a heart attack! Significant problems that come with stress, such as [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:13:40-05:00February 26th, 2018|Heart Month|Comments Off on Reduce Stress to Save Your Life

February | American Heart Month

Each February, American Heart Month aims to increase awareness of our country’s top killer: heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. To prevent heart disease and increase awareness of its effects, Onyx Home Care is proudly participating in American Heart Month. Every year, 1 in 4 [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:13:44-05:00February 12th, 2018|Heart Month|Comments Off on February | American Heart Month
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