Medication
Medications: Ageing and drug side effects
If you are caring for someone who has a chronic disease they probably rely on taking a number of medications at the one time.
Tips for managing medications
If you are managing a family member's medications there are several things you can do to ensure medications are taken safely.
Medication do's and don'ts
Many people as they age take a number of medications on a daily basis. If you are helping someone take their medications you need to know what you are giving and if the drug has any potential side effects.
Discharged from hospital? What you need to know
Caregivers often have to help look after an elderly loved one after surgery. Recovering from an acute illness or surgery can take time.
What is heat stress?
During the Summer months many older people are admitted to hospital for heat- related illness.
As people age they are more prone to the dangers of heat stress. Our bodies normally cool themselves by sweating. As we age our bodies do not adjust as efficiently to sudden changes in temperature.
Generic or brand name drugs - what's the difference?
Often when you go to the pharmacy to pick up your medication the pharmacist will ask if you would like the generic brand of that particular medication.
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