As we age, our muscles weaken, and our balance decreases, and we become far more likely to fall. The middle of winter brings the added challenge of cold and icy conditions. This makes it the most likely time of the year for an older person to slip. With this in mind, here is some advice […]
While simple falls, such as slipping while walking off a curb, may seem relatively harmless, they can actually lead to severe injury and death in elderly individuals, according to a new study published in The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care. As the population continues to age, it is important for physicians and […]
What Users Value Most in Medical Alert Systems Of the survey respondents who report using a medical alert system, device style preferences appear to be somewhat evenly split: 33% use a system designed for in-home use, 30% use a mobile-compatible device, and 31% use a system that offers both capabilities. A medical alert system’s range […]
Criminals have been quick to cotton on and are sneaking into homes and offices to help themselves. Burglars are making a killing thanks to health experts advising people to throw open their doors and windows because of the heatwave. Crooks have been quick to cotton on in the hot conditions and are sneaking into homes and offices […]
Extreme heat and cost of living expected to exacerbate crime in first summer without any Covid restrictions. Police are bracing for a spike in crime across Britain linked to the ongoing heatwave and the cost of living crisis. Police and crime commissioners (PCCs) have been urging forces to make preparations for expected increases in vandalism, fights, theft, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Calls […]
Telecoms giant says sorry and that it ‘underestimated disruptive impact’ of controversial policy BT has halted plans to replace landline phones with digital ones in the wake of concerns highlighted by the Telegraph, as its chief executive apologised and admitted the company had got it “wrong”. The controversial roll out, which saw copper landlines ripped out […]
What percentage of households experience a burglary per year? 2.35%, which translates to each home having a one in 43 chance of being burgled. When the chances of a catastrophic event befalling you are this high every year, it might be a good idea to protect yourself with a home security system. How many […]
As many as 500,000 elderly vulnerable people could be unable to call for help. Users of personal healthcare alarm systems face being unable to call for help if they have a medical emergency, as BT’s digital phone rollout will render many devices useless, the telecoms watchdog has warned. BT and other providers are replacing all […]
