Former deputy Prime Minister John Prescott was admitted to Hull Royal Infirmary on Friday, after suffering a stroke. A statement was released on Lord Prescott’s Twitter, praising the swift actions of the ambulance staff, doctors and nurses in A&E and the stroke unit. The statement read ‘they have been remarkable, and we cannot thank them enough.’ Former Home Secretary Alan Johnson stated that John is ‘over the worst.’ He went on to say, ‘now it’s about the aftercare, it's what comes afterwards that is as important as what happens on the day of the stroke itself.’ This comes …
Ageing in Different Cultures
How the elderly community are treated in certain cultures differs surprisingly. How we care for and treat our elderly loved ones can vary depending on the culture we grew up in. This differs in the way we treat our elders and whether we respect their life experience or see it as a burden. It also varies between having an elderly relative live with you, or whether you tend to find them a home to be cared for in. These cultural differences are also susceptible to change over time. This can be seen in our culture in the UK. A couple of generations ago it was almost expected that an …
Top 5 Mattresses for the Elderly
Many people mention when getting older they can find sleep more elusive. Several medical studies have found that as people age it’s a natural process for sleep patterns to alter. This could involve becoming sleepy earlier, experiencing less deep sleep and waking up earlier. All of this can then be accentuated by things such as medication or aches and pains, which can inhibit sleep. Having a mattress that suits you is important in enabling a good night’s sleep and as we age our bodies have different requirements. Therefore, making sure you evaluate every few years, how well your …
How to never miss your favourite TV show
Terrestrial TV was phased out between 2007 and 2012. This paved the way for a new digital TV revolution, with services such as Freeview. This provider had a simple objective. To provide individuals with over 70 channels, instead of just five, for free. These services also made the family program dash a thing of the past, as a TV show could now be paused or easily recorded. This led to less family bickering when two shows were on at the same time! This also led to well-known television channels, like the BBC and ITV bringing out their own digital platforms. This allowed users to …
How to use YouTube
Sharing moments through videos and photos has never been easier. The development of social sites such as YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook has made staying connected easier than ever. Whilst some sites may be built especially for images, such as Instagram. YouTube is the master of video and the best thing is anyone can upload a video. You don’t have to be a professional to use YouTube. What is YouTube? Created in 2005, YouTube is an established company when compared to other digital start-ups such as Instagram and Snapchat. Users of the site watch and upload videos for free at any …
FAQ – What do the buttons do on the Careline Alarm?
The Careline Alarm system includes the pendant and a base unit. The base unit itself is a small device which plugs into the alarm user's mains power and telephone socket. On the base unit there are three functioning buttons, which potential customers often ask about. In today's FAQ article we answer the question: What do the buttons do on the Careline Alarm? Help The main button on the Careline Alarm unit is the help button. This is the square button that has a red outline, located in the bottom-right of the unit. This help button works in exactly the same way as the button on our …
