This May, the U.S. government rolled out a new version of its popular MyPlate for senior adults is a daily nutritional guide specifically tailored for the elderly. MyPlate shows a plate divided by food groups. Fruits, vegetables, protein, and other food groups are visually displayed to represent how and what healthy people should be eating daily.…
It’s important to remember that the risk of heart disease increases with age. And, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in almost all areas of the world. As we age, our diet choices may prove critical in preventing heart disease. That doesn’t mean, of course, that younger segments can afford to ignore the…
As COVID-19 outbreaks rise among seniors, heart organizations are stepping in to protect heart disease patients. In an update (May 7, 2020), the American Heart Association detailed joint efforts with national and global experts to fight both COVID-19 and heart disease. To date, the AHA has dedicated $2.5 million dollars towards understanding “COVID-19 and its…
As COVID-19 rears its head across the country, some people have already built up an immunity to it. Experts suggest that most people with COVID-19 produce antibodies. That said, certain groups are more susceptible to the disease. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has identified three at-risk groups: seniors (those over 65 years of…
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) affects almost 5 million Americans, many of whom are seniors. CHF means the heart is unable to pump effectively to deliver blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the body. You may be wondering how non-medical care can help a patient with CHF in Manhattan. There are many benefits, but these seven top…
Like other home health care providers nationwide, David York Agency has seen an increased demand for its services. Indeed, the COVID-19 crisis has put into sharp focus the advantages of in-home care services. According to a CDC study, the rapid transmission of COVID-19 poses a special challenge for LTCF (long-term care facilities). Why? Asymptomatic or…