We know the benefits of a daily dose of vitamin D, but could this vitamin also help prevent COVID-19? Recently, both the National Institutes of Health and the World Health Organization released findings on the possible link between vitamin D and this deadly respiratory disease. One study found that people with vitamin D deficiencies were more likely to test positive for the coronavirus. Other research has pointed to an increase in respiratory failure in people who had COVID-19 in addition to a vitamin D deficiency. While the data is not conclusive and more study is needed, a link between Vitamin
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Monthly Archives October 2020
How to Help a Senior Who May Be Experiencing Depression
Seniors are often at a higher risk for depression. Living alone presents problems for seniors, but things are only made worse by the current pandemic. The self-quarantining and social distancing needed to prevent the spread of the disease has forced many of us to limit contact with family and friends. Not only are seniors at higher risk from complications from COVID-19, this also puts them at a greater risk of the anxiety and depression that comes from isolation. It is important to understand the causes of depression in seniors and how to help them through this difficult time. Depression Caused
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October Heroes of the Month at Freedom Home Care
We are excited to share with you our October heroes of the month at Freedom Home Care! These employees show great dedication and do outstanding work for our company and your loved ones. Celebrating 20 years with us at Freedom Home Care, we would like to introduce our first October hero of the month Krystyna Nowosielski. We would like to congratulate Krystyna on 20 years of providing your loved ones with the best care and compassion. Krystyna is our longest employee at Freedom Home Care and we appreciate all that she has done for us over the past 20 years.
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