Falls are one of the main reasons older people are taken to a hospital’s emergency department. Most falls don’t cause serious injury, but they can leave you distressed. The good news is that there are lots of things to do
The cold weather can make some health problems worse and could potentially lead to serious complications, especially if you are 65 or older, or if you have a long-term health condition. There are lots of things you can do to
As the weather becomes colder during the winter months, many people will be dusting off their electric blankets and heaters ready for use. Although they are a great way to keep you warm, you need to be careful as can
Every year the NHS offers free flu jabs to certain individuals to protect them against flu and its complications. The most effective time to have your flu jab is in the autumn, just before flu begins to spread. The flu
With the winter weather drawing in, roads will soon turn treacherous with ice, snow, heavy rain and fog. The weather is so unpredictable that it’s not just snow and ice that you need to prepare for, you may also get
