Frailty is a multidimensional syndrome reflecting the body’s reduced ability to cope with stress. It affects physical, cognitive, and social functions, leading to higher risks of falls, hospitalization, and dependency.
Frailty is the next major global challenge Read More »
Changing the environment or social circle of a demented elderly person should be avoided unless essential for safety or health.
Why familiarity matters in dementia care? Read More »
Crushing medicines may seem like a simple solution, but it carries real risks. Safe administration requires understanding the purpose and formulation of each drug.
The dangers of crushing medicines for the elderly Read More »
Untreated behavioural changes can worsen the patient’s condition and quality of life. It may increase risk of injury, accelerate cognitive decline, and cause severe caregiver stress.
Understanding behavioural changes with dementia Read More »
Elderly patients recover slowly after hip fractures, often losing independence and confidence. Each fall can change a life forever.
Hip fractures, a silent threat to independence Read More »
Myopathy in older adults is more than muscle weakness; it threatens independence and quality of life.
Muscle weakness (Myopathy) in the elderly Read More »
Good communication between seniors and children helps families share caregiving fairly while preserving love and dignity.
Better communication with ageing parents Read More »
TIA should always be treated as an emergency. Even if symptoms fade, the brain has been warned. Delays in response increase the risk of a full stroke, which can cause irreversible damage.
Responding to Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) Read More »
Families and staff should understand why these adaptations matter and follow the prescribed diets carefully. The right meal texture supports health, while the wrong one puts lives at risk.
Types of food texture and liquids for elderly Read More »
Globally, the World Health Organization estimates over 200 million scabies cases at any time. Outbreaks are frequent in long-term care facilities and nursing homes due to close living arrangements.
Management of scabies for the elderly person Read More »
