Women Caregivers Tips for Good Health and Anthem Senior Living in Phoenix, AZ

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A caregiver does a lot, they put their own health at risk so as to focus on caring for a loved one. But, one shouldn’t ignore the important health screenings which is often the tendency on the part of caregivers. We are listing a few tips on self-care for women caregivers.

Do put your senior loved one in an assisted living facility if they are suffering from memory or mobility issues. They can be best taken care of over there. Anthem Senior Living in Phoenix, AZ has a long history in serving seniors. With unsurpassed expertise and the quality of love and service, our home is the runner up for the best managed assisted living home in Arizona. We are an award-winning facility in the region equipped with only the friendliest of staff.

A few of the prevention guidelines for women caregivers who are 50 years of age or older include:

1. Physicians suggest ‘colon cancer screening’ for women of or over 50 years old which depends on an individual’s family history and personal medical history. Some tests include colonoscopy or something new like Cologuard.
2. One should also go for a yearly mammogram and a bone density screening every few years based on health status. Consult a gynecologist in this regard.
3. Consult a healthcare provider for getting your blood pressure checked, depression screened (very common among caregivers), look for possible signs of skin cancer, and get your overall wellness checked. A medical provider is also likely to recommend blood tests for vitamin deficiencies, cholesterol, hepatitis, and diabetes screening.

Important Vaccinations for Women Caregivers:

Vaccines offer the strongest defense against developing some serious health conditions. It is your responsibility as a caregiver to get vaccinated as you may unknowingly pass an illness on to your senior loved one who might already have a weakened immune system. The four most important vaccines include:

Shingles Vaccine– The vaccine ‘Shingrix’ is highly effective at preventing both shingles and a painful complication of shingles known as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). This vaccine should be at the top of your list that you should talk out with your doctor.

Tdap Vaccine- This vaccine guards against several deadly illnesses: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis. One requires a booster every ten years.

Pneumococcal Vaccine– This vaccine helps guard against pneumonia and infections in the lungs and bloodstream. Do talk to your doctor about that.

Influenza vaccine– This is an important and a yearly vaccine that can lower your odds of catching flu. Caregivers should ensure they get vaccinated because through that they can help their senior loved one avoid getting the flu.

So, do take care of the women in your life and do share this valuable information with them especially women caregivers.

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