Caregiving for the Elderly amid COVID 19

 

Caregiving for the Elderly amid COVID 19

Older people face high risk of developing severe illness due to changes that come with aging and underlying health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, respiratory disease or hypertension are at greater risk of developing severe illness if infected with the virus.

1 in every 5 people who are infected with COVID-19 develops difficulty in breathing and requires hospital care.COVID-19 virus show impact on people of all ages. According to World Health Organization (WHO) from April 2020, 95% of COVID-19 deaths were among people over the age of 60, and more than half of all deaths occurred in people over the age of 80.

Regular precautions to be taken by elders

  •   Continue usage of medicine for at least 30 days
  •     Don’t delay to take help of emergency medical care
  •     Ensure proper nutrition through home cooked food
  •     Do not go to hospital for regular check-up or follow-ups instead prefer virtual treatment
  •     Stay isolated if you experience any of the related symptoms

What you need to know

  • Risk of illness increases with age, in older adults at highest risk.
  • Some of the medical conditions can also result in high risk for severe illness.
  • People who are at increased risk should know that whoever visit them need to take precautions to protect themselves from getting COVID-19.
  • During times of quarantine older people need nutritious food, proper medicine and most probably the love and care of their near and dear.  

Ask yourself before you go out

  • Can I maintain 6 feet difference with others?
  • Will I go indoor or stay outdoor?
  • How much time will I interact with people?
  • Will all the people out there maintain hygiene?


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