Health at your home – Be Independent
It can be devastating to watch someone you care about growing older and lose their strength. Often, walking and moving around the home grows more difficult as we age. We might develop weakness in our bodies, leading to difficulties with balance and mobility. Recent research shows the elderly are increasing in population, so you may […]
With a little knowledge and practice, testing for diabetes at home can become second nature. Whether you are here to learn about testing for yourself or someone you care about, we will walk through the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, possible complications, the materials you need, and blood sugar testing. If you […]
According to the World Diabetes Foundation, over 387 million adults in the Middle East and North Africa aged 20-79 suffer from Diabetes. Experts expect this number to rise to over 600 million during the next two decades. Diabetes is a caused by problems with the hormone insulin and a metabolic disorder. There are multiple types […]
Many families deal with the challenges of an injury, illness or limited mobility due to age related issues. A family member may need a wheelchair to get around, both inside the home and outdoors. For a wheelchair user, their previously adequate living spaces can unintentionally become yet another obstacle to overcome. The bathroom can be […]
If you experience discomfort or pain in your back, neck and shoulder, it could be caused by poor seating and positioning in your wheelchair. Your back support may be at the wrong angle or your foot rest may be at the wrong height or of the wrong size causing your foot to fall off, thus […]