Older Adults and Social Isolation | Blood Clots | Dialysis

Older Adults and Social Isolation

Is there an older person in your life who is self isolating alone? Since older adults are at higher risk of health issues, physical distance will help protect them from illness. Encourage them to engage in meaningful, productive activities to boost their mood, and have a sense of purpose. Here are few things you can do:

Help them connect virtually to friends and family.
Suggest that they take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media.
Encourage them to eat a healthy diet, get regular exercise, and stay in touch with their doctors through telehealth, if possible.

Blood Clots

Blood clots are clumps that occur when blood hardens from a liquid to a solid. Blood clotting helps stop bleeding if you are cut or injured. However, when too much clotting occurs, it can cause serious complications. Learn how blood clots form and how they are treated.

Dialysis

Dialysis is a treatment for kidney failure. There are two main types of dialysis. Both types filter your blood to rid your body of harmful wastes, extra salt, and water when your kidneys no longer function. Find out about why you may need dialysis and how it works.

Pink Eye

Conjunctivitis is the medical name for pink eye. It involves inflammation of the outer layer of the eye and inside of the eyelid. It can cause swelling, itching, burning, discharge, and redness. Learn more about what causes pink eye and how it’s treated.

Asthma in Children

Did you know that in the United States, of the 20 million people with asthma, nearly 9 million are children? Asthma in children can be an especially serious problem because they have smaller airways than adults. Both indoor and outdoor allergens and irritants play a role in triggering asthma attacks. Here are some tips to help children avoid asthma triggers.