According to the World Health Organization, Parkinson’s is the second most common neurodegenerative diseaseafter Alzheimer’s, affecting around 10 million people worldwide. In Portugal, it is estimated that this disease affects
Parkinson’s disease: symptoms, diagnosis and essential care Read More »
Eczema and psoriasis are chronic skin diseases that may seem similar, both causing redness, itching and skin lesions, but they arise from different causes, require different treatments and affect specific
Eczema vs psoriasis: learn how to tell the difference between these skin diseases Read More »
It is one of the leading causes of death in Portugal. Stroke not only profoundly changes the lives of those who have suffered it, but also those of their families.
People with a stroke: how to support and adapt life after the accident Read More »
Com o passar dos anos torna-se uma queixa frequente e tendo um impacto significativo na mobilidade da terceira idade, a falta de força nas pernas, pode afetar a independência e
Lack of leg strength in the elderly: causes, symptoms and solutions Read More »
Communicating with the elderly requires more than speaking clearly, it requires empathy, patience and adaptation. As we get older, our bodies undergo physical, cognitive and emotional changes, which can alter
Communicating with the elderly: how to make interaction more effective Read More »
There are several simple and safe options to help improve strength, circulation and well-being. In this article, we share safe suggestions for seated exercises, ideal for doing at home or
Chair exercises for the elderly: simple and safe Read More »
One day they were the ones who held our hands at appointments, calmed our fears and took care of everything for us. Today, the roles are reversed and it’s our
How to make it a peaceful and safe time for the elderly to go to appointments Read More »
Did you know that there are around 800,000 people with COPD in Portugal and that 7 out of 10 don’t even know they have the disease ? It’s just that
COPD: the cough that shouldn’t be ignored Read More »
Did you know that more than 200,000 people suffer from dementia in Portugal? To talk about dementia is to talk about a difficult journey, both for those who live with
How to recognize and face the stages of dementia with respect and tenderness Read More »
Becoming quieter, losing interest in the little things or withdrawing from the people you care about? At first glance, it may seem like an “age thing”. But it’s often more
Depression in the elderly: the invisible pain we shouldn’t ignore Read More »
