Winter is the period when normal temperatures drop. The weather has changed causing an impact on the body and health of everyone
especially the elderly with a deteriorating body It becomes a risk group and is easily affected by winter disease.
- The Department of Medical Services recommends how to take care of yourself for the elderly.
Dr. Pairote Suratanavanich, Deputy Director-General of the Medical Department, said that when winter enters the temperature will drop. The elderly should take special care of their own health.
“There are many diseases that are common in the elderly, including respiratory diseases such as the common cold or influenza. pneumonia or infection Dry skin conditions, such as dermatitis and itching
This is because the elderly have less subcutaneous fat and reduced sebaceous gland function. causing the skin to lose moisture
Circulatory disease such as coronary artery disease cerebrovascular disease and high blood pressure
An abnormal drop in body temperature decreased sense of air The body did not respond with chills. bone and joint disease
Elderly people who already have bone and joint pain When the weather is cold, it provokes more pain, such as gout.
- 7 ways to take care of yourself in winter
Dr. Akarathan Chitnuyanon, Director of the Somdej Phra Sangkharajyanasangvara Institute for Elderly Medicine, Department of Medicine, said that there are 7 ways to take care of elderly health during winter:
1. Keep your body warm, wear thick clothes.
2. Eat nutritious food avoid spicy food
3. Exercise regularly. and suitable for the physical condition of the elderly
4. Vaccination to stimulate immunity against various diseases that come in winter.
5. Take regular medication as prescribed by the doctor. If there is any abnormality, seek immediate medical attention.
6. Avoid going to crowded places. the air is not ventilated
7. Always wear a mask before leaving home or going to a community place.
Various diseases that come with winter May cause suffering for the elderly Caring for and understanding the nature of the elderly
Together with surveillance and prevention, it promotes health for the elderly to have a good quality of life with happiness.
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Reference: Department of Public Relations