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12 sty 2024 · When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the weather, including hypothermia, frostbite, and falls in ice and snow. Like most things in life, it is better to be prepared. Here are a few precautions everyone should take, especially older adults, during the winter.
20 lut 2024 · To ensure you or the older adults you care for are #WinterReady, it is crucial to create a personalized toolkit that assesses your needs, helps you develop a plan and engages your support network. By following these tips, you can be prepared and alert this winter.
It’s one of the evils of winter – snow shoveling. If you choose to shovel, take some precautions. Remember, when it’s cold outside, your heart works double time to keep you warm. Strenuous activities like shoveling snow may put too much strain on your heart, especially if you have heart disease. Shoveling can also be dangerous if
Most winter sports injuries can easily be prevented if participants prepare for their sport by keeping in good physical condition, staying alert, and stopping when they are tired or in pain. Prevent winter sports injuries by following these tips from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
6 sty 2022 · Midwest winters can be beautiful, but ice and snow increase your risk of falling. Follow these tips to keep upright and avoid injury.
29 sty 2021 · When venturing out, remember these tips: Wear proper footwear. Wear a pair of lightweight tennis shoes or boots with good support. You also can purchase snow grips for the bottoms of your shoes or boots. Take your time. Walks in winter are not a race, and there is no need to hurry. Take small steps, and watch for, and avoid, icy spots. Walk ...
18 lut 2022 · From skiing down snow-packed slopes to strapping on ice skates, the winter season offers a variety of fun, family-friendly activities for people at all skill levels. But winter sports also come with unique safety risks due to bulky equipment, slippery surfaces, and frigid environments.
