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Venciendo al Calor

A medida que las temperaturas del verano suben a los 90 grados, las personas mayores corren el riesgo de sufrir afecciones causadas por el calor extremo, como deshidratación e hipertermia, que pueden provocar agotamiento por calor y su forma más grave, el golpe de calor.

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La Importancia del Agua

La falta de agua, llamada deshidratación, puede ser bastante peligrosa y provocar una disminución del volumen sanguíneo, lo que disminuye el flujo sanguíneo a los principales órganos del cuerpo, especialmente a los riñones. Por lo tanto, es especialmente importante que una persona mayor mantenga una ingesta adecuada de líquidos. Aquí te explicamos cómo hacerlo.

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Cómo Mantenerse Hidratado

Aproximadamente el 60% de tu cuerpo está compuesto de agua. Todos los sistemas de tu cuerpo dependen del agua para funcionar correctamente. La falta de agua en el cuerpo puede reducir tu energía, hacerte sentir cansado y mareado, y perjudicar la función renal. Aquí te explicamos cómo mantenerte hidratado.

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Conflict Resolution

Conflict resolution among family members is essential because when family dynamics are strained, it can hinder the effectiveness of caregiving and support. The goal of resolving conflict is to foster understanding, empathy, and cooperation, ultimately benefiting everyone involved. Here is an overview and tips for achieving harmony.

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The Benefits of a Daily Routine

A consistent daily routine provides structure and comfort for people suffering from dementia and their caregivers. Plan to continually explore, experiment, and adjust the activities based on the mood and the abilities of your loved one with dementia. Here’s an overview and sample daily schedule.

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Caregiver Guilt

Feelings of guilt are normal for caregivers, yet they are difficult to process. Recognizing and understanding the source of the guilt is the first step towards finding a way to cope with these feelings. Here are some of the more common reasons caregivers give for feeling guilty, and stragegies for coping.

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