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… Older adults and endurance fitness Last updated March 1, … is endurance fitness. This is any activity that uses your body’s large muscle groups and helps you have a … you can do three 10 minute sessions during the day. You can get extra health benefits by increasing the length of time …
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… Financial abuse of older adults Last updated February 24, 2022 HealthLink BC … grown children may use banking machines or joint accounts together, but they may not recognize the risk in doing so. … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your …
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… Diabetes: Caregiving for an Older Adult On this page: Overview Overview … can be challenging at times because what seems best for your loved one may not be what they want. You may worry … you try to change how someone eats, the less agreement you get. Stop and think a moment. When you're in need, how does …
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… Stroke: Getting Dressed On this page: Overview … dressed is often difficult for people after a stroke. Your stroke rehab team can suggest things that can help you. But here are some tips to make getting dressed easier. …
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… Older adults and resistance training Last updated March 1, … training or weight lifting). This is any activity that uses your muscles and improves your strength. Here are some things to keep in mind if …
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… Fitness: Getting and Staying Active On this page: Health Tools Why Should You Be More Active? What Does "Being Active" Really Mean? … Staying Active Can You Be Physically Active As You Get Older? Preventing Injury and Illness …
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… Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Short-term insomnia can last for days to weeks. It may get better in less than a month. Chronic insomnia is … You may fall asleep while doing things like eating dinner, driving the car, or carrying on a conversation. These sleep …
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… and Vomiting, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … quickly cause dehydration . Older adults are more likely to get dehydrated. Check Your Symptoms Are you nauseated or … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… Getting Enough Calcium and Vitamin D On this page: Topic … Why is it important to get enough calcium and vitamin D? Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium . Calcium keeps … and as an adult. It helps keep your bones strong as you get older and protects against possible breaks. Your body also …
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… Hip Injuries, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … but it doesn't move as freely. The hip joint is held together by muscles in the buttock, groin, and spine; tendons; … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
