July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and while we all love to take in those warm summer rays, everyone must remember to protect their skin and eyes from the damaging effects of the sun. It is great to spend time outdoors but also very important to be safe! By learning the risks associated with too…
Category: Health Observances
The Benefits of Compression Legwear
March is national Deep-Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month, a public health initiative aimed at raising awareness of this commonly occurring medical condition. According to the American Heart Association, up to 2 million Americans are affected annually by DVT, more commonly known as blood clots. Yet, most Americans have little or no awareness of DVT, according to…
Emphasizing Independence In Seniors
February is also National Senior Independence month, which means it is a great time to emphasize maintaining an independent lifestyle. Here are a few ways seniors can become more independent: Increase socialization– It is easy to get used to doing the same mundane tasks from day to day, but it is important to switch things…
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,…
June is National Safety Month
Named National Safety Month by the National Safety Council, June is the perfect time to review your home and lifestyle for safety concerns. As the weather grows warmer and the summer season begins, it is especially beneficial for seniors to consider heat-related safety concerns. Make the most of National Safety Months with these ideas from…
February is American Heart Month!
A great opportunity to learn more about heart health, American Heart Month puts a focus on high blood pressure and heart disease. With more than 67 million Americans suffering from high blood pressure, it is extremely important to pay attention to your heart health, and here at BEK Medical we recommend using this month to…
National Influenza Vaccination Week is Almost Here
Your doctor has probably mentioned the flu shot to you many times, but do you know why it is a good idea to vaccinate yourself against the flu each winter? Next week is National Influenza Vaccination Week, the perfect time to head to your doctor’s office or local pharmacy to keep yourself healthy this season.…