CBD is a substance that is derived from the hemp plant. Following filtration and distillation to break apart the individual components, a cannabinoid-rich oil is produced, which is more well-known as cannabidiol or CBD. CBD...
It is relatively common for care home residents to suffer from one of the various forms of urinary and bowel incontinence. Although this may be inevitable for some older adults, with appropriate assessment and management,...
There has recently been a lot of talk about CBD oil and it’s possible benefits so the Focus on Disability team has been taking a closer look to see if it can help various health...
Age Issues / Health / Sight
Sensory loss is common in older age, and 94% of older adults experience impairment of at least one sense. Sensory deficiencies are associated with reduced social function in older adults. Deteriorating eyesight, loss of taste or dealing with...
Cheltenham-based children’s charity WellChild has sourced almost a quarter of a million items of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for families caring at home for seriously ill children, with more than 150,000 already sent to families in need across the UK. The charity,...
Preventing falls in the elderly is important for their health and well-being. It is essential to take precautions to help protect your elderly loved ones from falls. SureSafe – Personal Alarms for the Elderly have...
It is our duty to protect ourselves and others around us. We have been given government guidelines about keeping 2m (6ft) apart but what happens if this isn’t always possible? Although we don’t want to...
HearingDirect is one of the UK’s leading hearing aid specialists. They also supply essential amplified devices from hard of hearing phones to extra loud alarm clocks to ensure an effective management of hearing loss. They...
Psoriasis is a skin condition that normally causes flaky red, raised patches covered with scales that are often referred to as plaques when on the skin. The plaques normally appear on the scalp, knees, elbows...
Hearing aids are constantly exposed to a naturally moist and humid environment and the excessive amounts of wax and sweat can lead to problems with their performance, interruption in the quality of sound or cause...
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