In the age of COVID-19, social distancing has become the norm to keep everyone safe and healthy. While social distancing is important, many seniors are also social distancing from their physicians, even in situations where their ongoing conditions are worsening. The elderly fear having to visit their doctor or think going to the hospital can… Read More
At Nursing Plus of Broward, we are proud to join in the celebration with the World Health Organization (WHO), which has designated the year 2020 as the “International Year of the Nurse and Midwife.” The timing of the salute to nurses concurs with the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, social reformer and… Read More
For older adults with respiratory conditions, Coronavirus (COVID-19) can be frightening. Others might be able to ignore a cough, some wheezing, difficulty breathing, or minor chest pain, but given the number of senior adults affected, those symptoms cannot be ignored. Some difficulty breathing is normal as one ages, but it can also indicate an underlying… Read More
Driving can be challenging for anyone but it’s often more challenging for senior adults. Older adults are experienced drivers, many with spotless records, so they often balk when loved ones express concerns about their driving and safety. The truth is, senior adults aren’t “bad drivers”, but instead are facing aging issues which can affect senior… Read More
Following surgery, assistance is often needed after you or your loved one are discharged from the hospital. Today’s advances in home health care – from monitoring to telemedicine capabilities – offer important alternatives to consider for post-surgery care. Home care can be equal or even better than those received in a hospital or rehabilitation facility…. Read More
