Compared with the past, this winter has to face not only the cold, but also the epidemic in the open state. For the elderly, it is very important to protect themselves and get through this difficult time smoothly. As a junior, if there are elderly people at home, we should pay special attention to the physical and mental health of the elderly and let them avoid being exposed to risks as much as possible.

Winter is an important season for the elderly. In order to keep healthy, the elderly should pay attention to the following points:

Heat preservation: the elderly are highly sensitive to cold and easy to catch a cold. So the elderly should pay attention to keep warm, especially the head, hands and feet.

Care for the elderly: get enough sleep. Old people need enough sleep to stay healthy. Old people should ensure that they sleep for 7-9 hours every day.

Reasonable diet: the digestive function of the elderly is gradually weakened, and the diet should be properly controlled. Old people should eat light and digestible food and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits.

Proper exercise: Old people should keep proper exercise to keep healthy. Old people can do jogging, walking, Tai Ji Chuan and other aerobic exercises, which need proper exercise.

Maintain mental health: Old people tend to feel lonely and depressed. In order to maintain mental health, the elderly should communicate with others more and cultivate their own interests.

Less contact with people: the elderly have weak resistance and are prone to illness. In order to ensure safety, the elderly should try to avoid exposure to the crowd.

Pay attention to health: the elderly should have regular physical examinations and seek medical advice in time. If you feel unwell, you should seek medical advice immediately.

Dealing with emergencies: the elderly should know how to deal with emergencies, such as accidental injury, heatstroke and frostbite. Learn first aid methods, prepare first aid medicines and medical supplies, and prepare some necessary medical supplies in advance.

Know the local weather: the elderly should pay attention to the local weather and take warm measures. If the local weather is expected to be bad, evacuation measures should be taken.

Pay attention to the epidemic situation: the elderly should pay attention to the local epidemic situation and observe the prevention and control measures. If there is an epidemic warning or alarm, they should take refuge measures according to the movement.

Generally speaking, caring for the elderly is a responsibility that young people must bear. As an old man, we should always pay attention to our health. As the younger generation, we need to pay more attention to and supervise the physical condition of the elderly.