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Pneumonia can typically be brought on by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, among other things. Bacteria The most prevalent bacterial lung illness is pneumococcal pneumonia. Streptococcus pneumonia, a kind of bacterium, is the root cause. The mucus that is often produced by this sickness might enter the lungs and make breathing challenging. Coughing or having close contact with an individual who has pneumococcal pneumonia can spread the illness. Everyone should keep an eye out for any symptoms of this disease, especially elders, and get medical assistance right away if necessary because it is a very serious condition. Viruses Viruses are a further cause of pneumonia. It can be brought on by viruses including SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19's causative virus, and influenza. This type of disease typically starts in the upper respiratory tract but can spread swiftly to the lungs. Air sacs can get infected and start to fill with fluid once they have entered the lungs. Viral pneumonia risk can ...

Memory care is considered to be the best form of long-term care for those dealing with any form of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia is a progressive condition meaning with each day passing, the condition advances leading to deterioration of health of the individual. Home care may not be ideal in this regard. This is where specialized memory care at an assisted living or memory care community comes into the picture. Such a facility is designed to provide the highest level of care to those with cognitive impairments. Anthem Seniors is an award-winning Anthem assisted living facility designed to offer round-the-clock care at the highest level to those living with Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia. Here are some of our most sought after services: Weekly Massage Therapy - The benefits of massage therapy for people with Alzheimer’s disease are aplenty with the most important benefit being lowered anxiety and confusion. Feeling anxious and confused is wha...

As harsh as it may sound, but Covid is far from over. In fact, there is a surge. But it’s no excuse for spending hours on end on the couch, especially for older adults, since the pandemic can affect them beyond the conventional contracting of the virus. It is imperative seniors exercise to strengthen their immunity, which is the need of the hour given the Covid surge. A strong immunity will translate to a significantly lower risk of complications from the virus. There’s also no denying that finding opportunities to move and exercise has become a challenge in these dark hours in view of limited access to exercise classes, gyms and an overall decline in motivation to stay active. This blog aims to discuss some in-house exercises that will hold older adults- those still active or have limited mobility- in good stead. Get moving with these exercises to stay on top of your health game. Some in-home exercises by assisted living Anthem facilities for the emotional and physical welfare o...

There’s no two ways about the fact that we are living in unprecedented times given the Covid surge across the globe. USA isn’t far behind in this regard. Prioritizing your health is of utmost importance. Your work is a tad more if you are caring for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or other-related dementia. This article aims to give you an idea on how you can help your older adult with Alzheimer’s easily navigate life during the pandemic: Do not lose your calm - As a family caregiver, you are bound to get stressed as you navigate life in these tough times. Try to stay calm and composed, no matter the situation. Stay off social media for some time to erase negativity from your life. Avoid watching news with your Alzheimer’s loved one. If you are overwhelmed with feelings, channel it into productive action (taking up a hobby, learning something new). You can very well turn your feelings into success when you have the right outlets to express your feelings, such as talking to...

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and is the fifth leading cause of death for adults over 65 years of age. According to researchers, dementia is a neurodegenerative syndrome with 50 million people across the globe currently afflicted by it. This number is expected to more than triple by 2050, touching approximately 152 million. The disease hurts the parts of the brain that control language, memory and thought, thereby compromising an individual’s ability to speak, think and remember. This, in turn, can disrupt daily life by interfering with a person’s day-to-day activities. While dementia has no cure and is not necessarily preventable, working on some of your lifestyle choices can significantly lower your chances of developing dementia. Studies are showing us that some lifestyle changes or adopting healthy lifestyle measures can prevent heart disease, diabetes and many forms of cancer, and also boosts cognitive function. This blog aims to discuss the healthy l...

Lifestyle choices you make has a deep impact on the health of your brain in terms of what you eat and drink, amount of exercise you do, number of hours you sleep, your social skills,   and ways you manage your stress. Yes, brain is not a muscle, but it benefits from the same healthy habits that keep your body in great shape. There’s no running away from forgetfulness as you age, but you can definitely preserve the brain health you have through the lifestyle choices you make. It’s always a good time to start adopting these lifestyle habits, which can help boost your brain health and aid in your fight against dementia. 1.       Exercising regularly can significantly reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s by promoting the growth and ensuring the upkeep of neurons, improving blood flow and memory, and supporting brain growth. 2.       A good night’s sleep (at least for 7 to 9 hours) can do you a world of good, since poor sleep...

  All of us will agree on one thing that getting older brings many changes, both physically and mentally. With age you might be healthy, but your brain and body start slowing down. Keeping your cognitive health in good shape- the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember—is important for your overall well-being. Cognitive health is a vital part of brain health that is influenced by many a thing starting from your genes, lifestyle, to the environment. All these impacts your thinking skills and the ability to carry out daily chores/perform day-to-day tasks. It is common to experience some decline in cognitive function with age, which include impairments to short term working memory, processing speed, attention, and problem-solving. This means losing things, forgetting things, etc. from time to time. One might as well experience that it takes longer to learn new things. However, these symptoms don’t necessarily mean you are at the cusp of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. Gra...