Health Matters

Below are our 9 articles in the health matters' category:

Abuse of the Elderly and Infirm
Abuse comes in many forms and it has long been recognised that young children who are not yet able to look after themselves can be harmed by their...
Coming Out Of Hospital
When a loved one you care for goes into hospital it is a time of anxiety but coming out of hospital can also be a time of mixed feelings. Although...
Common Health Problems for Carers
It is quite normal to feel sad and miserable at times, but if you feel really down for more than a few weeks and notice that your mood is affecting...
Encourage Your Loved One to Keep Mobile
Keeping mobile is the key to an independent life and whatever age your loved one is regular outings and physical activity is essential to their...
Ensuring Your Loved One Maintains a Healthy Diet
When looking after a loved one who is either ill or disabled, it can appear kind to indulge them with regard to their diet. You may tell yourself...
Going into Hospital and Your Rights
If your loved one is taken to hospital it can be an anxious time for you both whatever their financial situation. If however they rely on state...
Health Services Available
As a carer you will probably become more aware of the health services available than before whether dealing with problems that arise with the...
Limited Mobility and Common Health Problems
From the moment of birth, human beings move their limbs and bodies constantly. As they grow, they learn to crawl, sit, stand and walk. With...
The Consequences of Caring for an Ageing Population
According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK population is ageing. What this means is that we now have more elderly people than ever. In...
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