TOPIC: HOME CARE GUIDES

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Globally, falling has become one of the leading causes of unintentional injury deaths. In Hong Kong, about 1 in 5 elderly experience falls every year and among those who fall, 75% would sustain an injury such as head trauma and broken bones. Recovering from a fall becomes more challenging as your loved ones age, and some may never reach their fullest health potential again.

The risk of falling increases with age - in Hong Kong 75% of elderly who have experienced falls have sustained injuries, of which 7% were serious injuries. Apart from physical consequences, falls also put a major psychological and financial burden on you and your loved ones. For example, 70% of fallers reported having a fear of falling after such incidents. Falls happen with a reason, and understanding which risk factors apply to your loved ones can reduce injuries and protect their sense of independence.

Over 90% of seniors prefer to stay in their own homes as they age, which makes it our responsibility to create a safe environment that enables our loved ones to move freely without the risk of falling. According to Elderly Health Services , falling is one of the most common causes of injury amongst elderly. Over 60% of falls occur at home, of which 37% were due to environmental factors . Although the chances of falling inevitably increase with age, environmental hazards (e.g loose rugs, uneven walkways) are risk factors that can be easily prevented.

While both peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis are options for kidney disease, they are very different from each other. Time, cost, preparation, convenience and side effects are all factors you to consider when choosing between the two.

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a common treatment for patients with kidney failure. PD machines are easy to carry and use, making at-home PD a popular option among patients. Here's everything you need to know when helping patients administer PD at home.

If you or your loved ones struggle with maintaining normal blood sugar levels, it’s important to regularly keep track using a blood sugar metre. Here, we’ll share what to expect and factors to consider when measuring your blood sugar.

From October 2020, the Social Welfare Department’s care subsidy scheme, Community Care Service Voucher for the Elderly (CCSV), will be moving into its 3rd phase. What are the differences between the 2nd and 3rd phase? How will the launch affect existing CCSV users? We have all your questions answered here.

Amid the pandemic when day-care centres are closed, in-home Reminiscence Therapy can be a lifeline for dementia patients. Read below to learn about the therapy, its benefits, and what caregivers need to be aware of when providing this type of cognitive training to seniors.