Why is Pneumonia More Dangerous for Seniors
What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of one or both lungs. This inflammation results in the air sacs filling up with pus or fluid. This fluid build-up can make breathing more difficult as the lungs struggle to function effectively. When the lungs aren’t working correctly, the […]
Risks of High Blood Pressure in Seniors
“The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever report on the devastating global impact of high blood pressure, along with recommendations on the ways to win the race against this silent killer. The report shows approximately 4 out of every 5 people with hypertension are not adequately treated.” “Hypertension affects 1 in 3 adults worldwide. […]
