Warning Signs of Infection in the Elderly

It is important to monitor the health status of our aging parents. And as family members, we are ought to protect them from any risk of infectious diseases.

Here are some of the common symptoms of infections in older adults:

• Sudden headaches, chills, and fever
• Confusion and loss of appetite
• Muscle aches and sore throat
• Coughing and fatigue

If your loved ones experience any of these signs, better to seek help from professionals right away and much better to get home health care as well to better monitor your health at home.

And some of the common types of infections among the elderly include:

• Bacterial pneumonia. According to some reports, there are more than 60 percent of seniors over 65 get admitted to hospitals due to pneumonia and this is the most lethal infection among seniors in the U.S. Its symptoms include chills, cough, and fever.
• Elderly influenza. Influenza and pneumonia combined are one of the common cause of death among the older adults in the U.S.

If you have an elderly loved one living alone, make sure that they have someone who can assist them anytime and who can help them improve their health. If you they don’t have a family caregiver by their side, then availing Personal Home Care in North Palm Beach, Florida is the best option.

We know choosing a care provider can be difficult, and that is why at ASZ Caring Hearts Inc., a reliable provider of Home Care Services in Oakland Park, Florida, we treat your loved ones with the care and compassion they deserve.

We also offer Children medical service. The comfort, safety, and satisfaction of our clients and their families is our top priority.