The Importance of Heart Health

February is American Heart Month! With more than 67 million Americans suffering from high blood pressure, it is extremely important to pay attention to your heart health. Here at BEK Medical, we recommend using this month to make some small changes that can have significant results. Here are a few tips to help maintain a…

The Importance of Sleep + Sleep Tips

Sleep is important for everyone regardless of how old you are. But as we age, we often experience changes in our sleeping patterns, such as getting tired earlier and waking up earlier, or even not getting as much deep sleep. Contrary to popular belief, sleep is not a time when the body and mind shut…

National Bath Safety Month

According to the New York Times the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have found that each year, approximately 235,000 people over the age of 15 visit emergency rooms because of injuries they suffered in the bathroom. January is National Bath Safety Month, which is a great time to make your bathroom safer to avoid…

Keeping Your Baby Warm This Winter

It is no secret that many of us experience cold winters with dropping temperatures and blowing snow. As temperatures change, our wardrobe does too. Dressing a baby for winter months can be very stressful and you constantly might find yourself wondering if they are too hot or too cold. These helpful hints will help you…

Healthy Lifestyle Eating Tips

It’s no secret that a healthy diet has many benefits, and your food choices play a role in everything from losing weight to preventing diseases. But did you know that your diet can even affect your mental health? A recent London-based study found that eating diets rich in greens, whole grains, and other natural foods…

New Years Resolutions For 2020

As the new decade approaches, you may be inclined to make some improvements to your lifestyle. It is never too late to start a new habit to change your life. There is no better time than right now to make a resolution. It can be tough to come up with a good New Year’s resolution,…

Benefits of Adult Day Care Services

    Adult daycare often has a negative stigma associated with it. Many caregivers don’t want to enroll their loved one into adult daycare. They feel that it is degrading to their loved one. However, adult daycare comes with tremendous benefits for caregivers and senior citizens. On a long-term basis, it can be much more…