February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. About 90 percent of middle-aged people and more than 74 percent of young adults have one or more risk factors for heart disease, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, or
It’s a New Year! Don’t let limited mobility keep you at home. Pride Mobility’s Go Chair® is number one for portability, so it’s easy to take with you! Feather-touch disassembly allows you to quickly disassemble the motorized wheelchair into five lightweight pieces with a single hand allowing you to experience lightweight travel and independence on
Today is a day to let the senior citizens in your life know how much you love and appreciate them – it’s National Senior Citizens Day! National Senior Citizens Day recognizes contributions senior citizens make in communities across the United States. It is annually observed on August 21 and recognizes the achievements of the more
During the months of soaring Florida temperatures it is more important than ever to provide extra support for your leg veins to keep them from weakening and to prevent blood from pooling in the legs. Any vein specialist will confirm that during the heat of the summer already weakened veins are even more at risk
No doubt, it’s HOT… and very humid here in Florida. And too much heat is not safe for anyone. It is even riskier if you are older or have health problems. It is important to get relief from the heat quickly. If not, you might begin to feel confused or faint. Your heart could become
Summer is almost here and many people are looking to travel and get a break from the Central Florida heat. If you use portable oxygen the thought of airline travel can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. We have put together the following checklist to help you navigate your Summer air travel
There are many reasons elderly people may turn to alcohol or drugs in later life. Children grow up and leave home. It becomes necessary to give up a job or move to a smaller home. Friends grow fewer and farther apart. Physical health fails. A partner of many years gets ill or dies. The very
“Life comes at you fast” is a phrase used by a popular insurance provider but rings all too true as we age. Alzheimers, stroke, MS, ALS, Parkinson’s disease or traumatic brain injuries as a result of falls are all unfortunate conditions that many seniors and their caregivers face. Living out our senior years in the
There is just something about a good night’s sleep that makes us feel energized and ready to tackle whatever the day has in store. Unfortunately, many of us just don’t get that comfortable, “sleep soundly” position in a traditional bed. Sleep is that golden chain that ties health and our bodies together. ~ Thomas Dekker
Using crutches, a cane, or a walker can help keep your weight off your injured or weak leg, assist with balance, and enable you to perform your daily activities more safely. In the beginning, everything you do may seem more difficult. With just a few tips and a little practice, though, most people are able