Let's take a look at five ways to keep the elderly safe this covid-19.
1. Sanitary Methods
Less did we know that Coronavirus can travel just by touching an item or breathing in a crowded place. The increase in the number of covid-19 infected persons, is largely because of ignorance and low sanitary methods.
Besides washing your hands while eating, it is important to have clean hands, clothes, and a sanitized environment where you live. Even a mild discomfort should be reported to a doctor so that appropriate and timely measures can be taken.
2. Exercise
Physical activity is important to flush harmful bacteria out of lungs and other airways. The elderly are at a higher risk of contracting the virus.
However, to increase the chances of recovery, physical activity is important. If reports are to be believed, physical exercises produce mood-boosting endorphins making a person happy, and calm, thereby changing the movement and production of antibodies and WBCs in the body.
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3. Gardening
To keep a close watch on social well-being, elderly must practice gardening and enjoy being outdoors. The outdoor space from gardening will not only burn calories but also enable the inhalation of fresh air.
By gardening, it is not only about digging the dirt and plantation. Lookup for alternatives to reap the benefits of keeping yourself surrounded by nature. You can simply pot small plants and herbs and decorate the space around your house.
4. A New Skill
Day to day activities leave us tangled between our responsibility and hobbies. The covid-19 pandemic did bring out the chance of developing a new skill or continue the hobbies that were left behind.
Elders can learn safety training courses and emergency protocols for the safety of their friends and family. There are free certifications online providing knowledge on mental health physical well-being.
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5. Walking
Exceptions to outdoor exercise include regular walking for the elderly. If the weather in the neighborhood is pleasant and uncrowded, a walk around the neighborhood is a great idea.
Regular walking can reduce restlessness, and increase immunity-boosting hormones in the body. At the same time, it’s necessary to keep oneself equipped with proper sanitary gear.
Conclusion
Physical exercise, walking and gardening regularly will help maintain a healthy standard of living. In addition to the aforementioned, people with a history of diabetes, hypertension, and vitamin deficiencies should regularly take their medicines.
In the case of a special health condition, get proper advice from a health practitioner.