As we age, our circulation decreases as the walls of our blood vessels lose their elasticity. When the blood moves more slowly throughout our bodies, extremities will feel colder and also become cold more quickly.
The role of a care home provider is to maintain a safe environment for an individual who is no longer able to care for themselves either because of illness or just due to general infirmity, with all of their mental and physical needs being met.
With the NHS overloaded with Covid patients heading into winter, many people are considering using a private doctor. You can have a quick consultation either online or in person with an appointment time to suit your busy schedule.
The Coronavirus pandemic has thrown people’s health into sharp relief. Covid can be a problem for people who are overweight and who may have health conditions associated with being overweight like high blood pressure and Type 2 Diabetes.
One of the key essential services that care homes provide to their residents is the organisation and dispensing of medications. This can be complex, fast-changing and involves the care home in a lot of administration.
You may find it difficult to see your GP during lockdown periods because the surgery is closed or restricted. It may also be more difficult to get an appointment because there are lots of sick people particularly as we head into the winter.
