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Top 5 Causes of Dizziness: Why Am I Dizzy & What to Do

Being lightheaded or dizzy is relatively common. Why am I so dizzy? What are the top causes of being dizzy? What should I do if I’m dizzy? READ MORE

Patient Safety

Best Bed Alarm For Elderly - How To Choose + Product Recommendations

Bed alarms are useful tools that can alert family members or caregivers if a loved one falls or has an accident in bed. Let's see how to choose the best bed alarm for older adults to help keep your loved ones safe and give you peace of mind. READ MORE.

Patient Safety

7 Products for Fall Prevention in Hospitals

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reports a substantial number of hospitals falls each year, emphasizing the urgency to address this issue. But what are fall prevention products, and how can you find the right ones? READ MORE.

Patient Safety

5 Best Sit-to-Stand Lifts

Because lifting and transferring patients manually can be physically demanding and dangerous for the caregiver or patient, sit-to-stand patient lifts can provide comfort and peace of mind. With so many products available, how do you know which is the right sit-to-stand patient lift for your situation? HPFY has narrowed it down to the five best sit-to-stand lifts. READ MORE.

Patient Safety Best Patient Care Supplies

7 Essential Safe Lifting Tips for Caregivers

We have all had a situation where we have lifted something that we thought we could manage that turned out to be just the opposite. This is something always to be aware of when providing care. It is imperative to follow proper lifting techniques, which are crucial for caregivers to prevent injury to themselves and those that they are caring for. Here are 7 safe lifting tips for caregivers. READ MORE.

Patient Safety

Bathroom Safety: Preventing Fall and Injuries

Falls and injuries can be very dangerous. Ensure bathroom safety with our best bath safety products. READ MORE

Patient Safety

5+ Best Non Slip Slippers For Elderly with Balance Problems

Anti-slip slippers for elderly are highly equipped with specially designed footwear and socks to avoid falls. They come with non-skid surfaces and prevent the possibility of tripping. They firmly grip all surfaces like grass, soil, sand, marble, and cement. Find 5 best non skid slippers at HPFY.

Patient Safety

5 Best Safety Mats

Just like their name, fall mats are mats buts are specially designed to reduce the magnitude and intensity of the fall. They come with non-skid bottoms and have extra foam layers to absorb the force of the fall. Many have tapered edges to prevent tipping over, and many have pressure pads that equally distribute the pressure and prevent injuries. Find 5 best fall safety mats.

Patient Safety

Fall Alarms for Elderly: Empowering Elderly Independence and Well-Being

Fall prevention alarms function like normal alarms but are basically equipped well enough to warn someone of a fall. There are various fall restraint alarms, such as pagers, wonder alarms, hair and bed patient alarms, pull cord alarms, etc.

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Ultrasound Therapy: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Ultrasound therapy can expedite recovery from injury. What is ultrasound therapy? How exactly does it work and is it right for me? READ MORE

Balance And Stability

Improve Balance & Stability with 6 Easy Exercises

Aging can diminish our balance and stability. Are there balance exercises that can improve balance and stability? Are they easy for the elderly? READ MORE

Weight Management Nutrition

Tracking Calories: Keeping Tabs on Caloric Intake

Tracking your calories can help with weight loss and a healthy diet. How do I properly track my calories? What’s the best way to track calories? READ MORE

Mental Well Being

Mental & Behavioral Symptoms Caused by UTIs in the Elderly

Urinary tract infections can cause psychological symptoms. How do UTIs affect the elderly? Are there symptoms to look out for? READ MORE

Health & Wellness

Your Best Diet Options for Stomach Ulcers

Diet can be vitally important for those with stomach ulcers. What foods should I avoid? Are there foods to help me deal with my stomach ulcer? READ MORE

Vitamin Supplements

Nutritional Supplement Drinks: Pros and Cons for Older Adults

Aging brings with it changes in nutritional needs. Should I supplement my diet with nutritional drinks/shakes? Do they work and are they safe? READ MORE

Infections and Allergies

Your Guide to Sterilization and Infection Control Products

Controlling infection during medical procedures is critical. What is the proper technique for sterilization? How do I disinfect medical devices or surgical instruments with? READ MORE

Diabetes Management

7 Items You Must Have for Safe Blood Sugar Management

Dealing with diabetes on a daily basis is challenging. How do I keep my blood sugar balanced? What do I need with me every day? How do I protect my loved one? READ MORE

Allergy Relief

Human Metapneumovirus: A Diagnosis and Treatment

This time of year, respiratory viruses can become commonplace. Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV can cause respiratory disease. What is HMPV? Who is at risk and what are the treatments? READ MORE

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