In the last decade, the world has seen more pandemics than ever before. From SARS to MERS to Zika, these outbreaks have taken a toll not just on young people and their families, but also seniors. While we may never be able to completely prevent pandemics from happening, it’s important that we understand how they can affect our elders and do what we can to protect them. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the impact of pandemics on seniors and explore some ways you can help keep them safe.
One of the main groups that need to be prepared during a pandemic is seniors because they are more likely to develop serious conditions. The elderly are at risk for malnutrition because they often don’t eat enough or do the wrong things, which can lead to various health problems. One study found that 35-65% of hospitalized patients were malnourished. The problem is most acute among those who live on their own without family members around them providing care—as many as 30 percent report being hungry all day long due within this vulnerable population group. As we age, our nutritional status becomes an important indicator of resilience against destabilization. The ecology of adversity and resilience shows that malnutrition can lead to long-term effects which are linked with health in many cases; for example low blood sugar or nutrient levels result from a lack of food items such as fruit (or) vegetables. Malnutrition is a risk factor for long-term physical and mental health problems. The poor quality of foods can lead to both short term symptoms as well as more severe concerns with stability in older adults, which makes it important to consider their nutritional status at all times!
Our society is aging. More and more people are living longer, but they’re also experiencing an increased need for care as their bodies age. This presents a large opportunity to help those who may have previously been too busy with work or family to take the time necessary to provide that care themselves. Assured Senior Care is hereto provide the best possible service at affordable rates tailored specifically for your needs. Learn more about how we can be of assistance by calling us today!
