Winter workout guidance from the American Heart Association Many people think January is a great time to get a fresh start on a new fitness routine; while others use the cold weather as an excuse to huddle under the covers on the couch. No matter how you approach the new year, the American Heart Association has some important information about how to get healthy – and stay … [Read more...] about Use these tips for getting healthy – and staying healthy –during the cold winter months
Safety Tips
Six useful tips for senior adults to stay safe during autumn
The changing seasons remind us to reflect and reassess. Older adults, in general, have to be more proactive when it comes to winter preparedness, and it’s better to start setting yourself up well in advance to prevent falls, trips, and other accidents that occur in winter. Here are a few practical tips to stay safe during this change of season (autumn) and beyond: 1. Get … [Read more...] about Six useful tips for senior adults to stay safe during autumn
The most important Halloween safety tips
Halloween originated from several customs, the earliest of which dates back to Ireland in the fifth century B.C. As we know it today, the Oct. 31 celebration is a fun way to dress up in sometimes scary costumes. But experts warn that precautions are needed to ensure that disguises are the only frightening things on All Hallows’ Eve. As COVID-19 continues to grip the United … [Read more...] about The most important Halloween safety tips
Preparing your senior loved one for the autumn season
The autumnal equinox began on September 22, 2021. At the start of the fall season, the sun rises later and nightfall arrives sooner. Plenty of environmental changes occur, making it necessary to make adjustments and prepare a senior loved one for the cooler season. 1. Rake the leaves Crimson autumn leaves are a breathtaking sight. The leaves change color because of the … [Read more...] about Preparing your senior loved one for the autumn season
Beat the heat: Eight summer safety tips for seniors
Cookouts. Festivals. Gardening. Parades. Summer is a wonderful time for outdoor fun and enjoyment, but for seniors, the heat and sun that come with the season can be dangerous if certain precautions aren’t taken. In fact, a recent University of Chicago Medical Center study found that 40 percent of heat-related fatalities in the U.S. were among people over 65. Here are eight … [Read more...] about Beat the heat: Eight summer safety tips for seniors
Autumn safety tips for seniors
As the air turns cooler and leaves drop from the trees, keeping in mind fall season safety tips help keep you and your family protected from seasonal dangers. Home heating • Make sure your home heating system is in good working order. • Have a professional evaluate the system and address any potential problems. • Have you chimneys inspected and cleaned. • Remember, if … [Read more...] about Autumn safety tips for seniors
Four safety tips for your newborn
For new moms and dads, bringing home a newborn baby is surely an exciting time! It’s also a time that comes with a few preliminary cautions. Make steps to ease your worries by keeping these four safety tips in mind. 1. Beware of SIDS SIDS, also known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is a sudden and unexplained death of a baby younger than 1 year of age that occurs during … [Read more...] about Four safety tips for your newborn
Hot tips for summer safety
Summer in Milwaukee is the most awaited time of the year. Schools are no longer in session, there are music festivals, street food vendors, parades, bands, beach and water fun to keep things interesting. Beat the heat and make the most of this season with these safety tips from Hupy and Abraham: Motorcycles: Riding on a warm summer day is fun, but when the heat catches … [Read more...] about Hot tips for summer safety