Always Keep Eyes on Heart Health: Tips for Seniors in Edmonton

Senior Heart Health  |  October 13, 2023

October is #SuddenCardiacArrestAwarenessMonth, Let’s Talk Senior Heart Health

Keep Eyes on Heart Health | In this blog, we discuss heart disease, what can cause it, and how to prevent it. We will also provide information about precautions older adults and seniors can take to prevent this serious heart condition.

What is Heart Disease?

The leading cause of death in Americans, Heart Disease is a term used to categorize several types of heart conditions and ailments. Some of these types of heart conditions include heart defects, heart attack or failure, coronary artery disease, or peripheral arterial disease.

What Causes of Heart Disease?

Atherosclerosis is the main cause of most preventable heart diseases. Atherosclerosis occurs when the arteries within the body become narrowed and clogged with fatty plaque and buildup. Lack of exercise, unhealthy diet, obesity, and smoking all contribute to the buildup of fatty plaque in the arteries, increasing the chances of heart disease significantly.

What Are Heart Disease Symptoms?

Although each different type of preventable heart condition requires different treatment methods, many heart condition sufferers experience similar symptoms. Chest pain or discomfort is the most common symptom of heart disease, and is described as heaviness, pressure, or pain in the chest. Other symptoms of heart conditions may include heavy sweating or shortness of breath, weakness, dizzy spells, palpitations, or irregular heartbeat.

How To Keey Eyes on Heart Health and Prevent Heart Disease

The good news about Heart Disease is that most conditions are preventable by living a healthy lifestyle. Seniors and older adults can maintain a healthy lifestyle by:

• Eliminating smoking
• Regularly seeing a doctor
• Regularly Exercising
• Managing stress levels
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Eating a well-balanced, low-sodium diet
• Limiting alcohol intake

Learn more about what heart disease is and preventative measures they can take to protect their health and the health of their loved ones. 

Comfort Keepers® in Edmonton Can Help with In-Home Elderly Care!

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help. Comfort Keepers®’ trained caregivers help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

Companionship and Interactive Caregiving™

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

What’s more, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

Learn more about our unique service offering by contacting the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. Is Invoicing the Right Option for You?  Read more about the program HERE.

Comfort Keepers Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada. Our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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