With age, the body’s ability to withstand long periods of exposure to cold decreases. Hypothermia or low body temperature in the senior citizens is caused when the person’s body temperature drops below normal, i.e. 35ºC, and remains low for a long period of time. In order for the body to function properly, it needs to […]

Ankle swelling is a problem that usually appears with age, either due to fluid accumulation or poor circulation. It is usually enhanced during the arrival of summer and high temperatures. In addition, some people stop doing physical activity and spend more time sitting as they get older. There may be many reasons why this swelling […]

Animals and senior citizens, a perfect team? Animals provide people with a lot of happiness and companionship, and this is especially true for senior citizens. Many people, when they reach old age, find themselves alone, which can be hard. For this and other reasons, having the company of an animal can provide great benefits. Studies […]